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INTRODUCTORY. 



IN presenting this work to the public, and more directly to the citizens of Central, 
Northern, and Western Massachusetts, only a word or two is required to explain its 

character and object. Indeed, the work explains and vindicates itself. Devoted to 
the manifold industrial interests of that section of the glorious old Bay State above 
indicated, it presents in an intelligent and concise manner an attractive review of the 
multifarious business activities that give it commercial importance and prosperity. 

As a record of the manufacturing and mercantile industries in the principal cities 
and towns of the iive counties covered by the following reviews, we confidently believe 
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ful and interesting information respecting the manufactures and general trade that flourish 
here. If there are qualities for which these people are distinctively noted above others, they 
consist in the pluck, energy, and ingenuity they have exercised in conquering honorable 
place, name, and good fortune for themselves, commercially and socially. It is workers 
of this sort that have rolled it onward to its present position. The avenues opened by the 
inventor, the manufacturer, the merchant, have been often indeed beset by obstacles, but 
these have been obliged to give way to innumerable utilities of inestimable worth and 
value. What though personal benefit may have been in the vast majority of instances 
the incentive of their endeavor? Their activity, their enterprise, their persistence, their 
courage have wrought the manufacturing and commercial successes illustrated and 
described in the following pages. 

The data given in them have been drawn from the most authentic sources, have been 
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order that the information herein given may be relied upon as accurate. 

The reader will observe that while the largest and practically leading enterprises in 
the general lines of business are treated at some considerable length, many smaller and 
less prominent concerns are also reviewed for the simple reason that each one of the latter 
in its own way and in its own special department has contributed its share to the general 
prosperity and wealth of the various commodities mentioned. 

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Central and Western Massachusetts, 

INDEX OF TOWNS. 



WORCESTER, ■ 33 

WEBSTER, 110 

SOUTHBRIDGE, 117 

MILLBURY, '. . . . 122 

SPENCER, 126 

NORTH BKOOKFIELD, 13-1 

WARREN, 139 

WESTBORO, 1-13 

NORTHBORO, ■ 1-43 

MILLFORD, 145 

LEOMINSTER, 147 

FITCIIBURG, 155 

GARDNER, 171 

WINCHENDON, 176 

ATHOL, 179 

SPRINGFIELD, 185 

HOLYOKE, 231 

SOUTH HADLEY FALLS, ■ 256 

CHICOPEE, 258 

CHICOPEE FALLS, 262 

PALMER, 267 

MONSON 274 

WESTFIELD, 283 

NORTHAIMPTON, 291 

EASTHAMPTON, 294 

WILLIAMSBURG, 295 

WARE, 310 

AMHERST, 316 

GREENFIELD, 319 

TURNERS FALLS, 327 

PITTSFIELD, 332 

NORTH ADAMS, 345 



GENERAL INDEX. 



Adams, H. O., oysters and fish, 

Worcester lOD 

Adams, J. H., furniture, North 

Adams 347 

Albee, Lyons & Co., clothing, 

Fitchburg 164 

Alden, A. 0., organ mfr., Spring- 
field 206 

Allen, Joseph, boots and shoes, 

South Hadley Falls 2.57 

Allen, O. P., druggist, etc.. Pal- 
mer 272 

Allen's, S., Sons, hardware, etc., 

Greenfield 32.5 

AUyn, E. H., & Co., clothiers, 

etc., Holyoke 253 

AUyn &. Kagwiu, meats, produce, 

etc., Holyoke 238 

American Awl Co., Worcester 105 

American Bicycle Company, 

Springfield 224 

.Vmerican House, G. H. Cole & 

Son, props., Fitchburg 159 

American House. D. S. Simons, 

prop., Greenfield 320 

American House, William St. 

Lawrence, prop.. Pittsfield 33S 

American Optical Company, 
mfrs. spectacles, etc.. South- 
bridge 119 

.American Pad Company, mfrs. of 

all kinds of pads, Holyoke 245 

Ames, W. C. & E., groceries and 

provisions, N'orth Adams 348 

Amherst Co-operative Associa- 
tion, groceries, farming tools, 

Amherst .319 

Arsenault, D. A., druggist, Chico- 

pee Falls 265 

.\thol Boot and Shoe Store, A. S. 

Davis, prop., Athol 180 

Athol Silk Company 183 

Atkinson, F. E., dry goods, Web- 
ster 116 

Atwood, Luther L., apothecary, 

Pittsfield 312 

Backus, Q. S., mfr. of patent bit 

braces, etc., Winchendon 178 

Bacon & Sibley, mfrs. boots and 

shoes, Spencer 134 

Bacon, Kent & Co., mfrs. boots 

and shoes, Spencer 131 

Bahl, Robert, mfr. of office fur- 
niture, Springfield 230 

Balch, O. A., steam grist mill. 

North Leominster 155 

Ball & Merrick, provision deal- 
ers, Worcester 78 

Bangs, F. W., & Co., dry goods 

and carpets, Greenfield 322 

Barber, H. R., mfr. harness, etc., 

Athol 181 

Bareille, Felix, harness, etc., 

Springfield 228 

Barker & Barnes, saw mill, etc. , 

Springfield 223 

Barnard, W. L., dry and fancy 

goods, Springfield 213 

Barnard, Dr. F., botanic depot, 

and pharmacy, Worcester 99 

Barnes, A. C.,&Co., mfrs. whips, 

etc., Westfield 287 

Barnes, Wm. C, watches, sil- 
verware, etc 119 

Barr, E. C, & Co., ice-cream and 

dining-rooms, Northampton... 301 
Barr, Wm. A., & Son, mfrs. shoe 

heels, etc., Spencer 130 

Barratt, Wm. , paperhangings, 

etc., Gardner 172 

Barr's Dining-Rooms, Spring- 
field 225 

Barton, F. D., watches, clocks, 
etc.. Palmer 271 



Bartlett, C. A., meats and provi- 
sions, , Worcester 87 

Barton, S. R., tfc Co., insurance, 

Webster 112 

Batcheller House, Thos, Ken- 

drick, prop.. North Brookfield. 138 
Batcheller, E. & A. H., & Co., 
mfrs. boots and shoes. North 

Brookfield 136 

Bates, A. J., stoves and hard- 
ware, Webster 114 

Bay State Shirt Company, The, 

Leominster 152 

Seals, L. H., & Son, mfrs. whips 

and lashes, Westfield 286 

Beaumont, J. J., fancy goods, 

Worcester 95 

Belcher, B. & J. W.. mfrs. agri- 
cultural implements, Chicopee 

Falls 265 

Belcher & Taylor Agricultural 

Tool Company, Springfield 227 

Belding Bros. & Co. , silk manu- 
facturers, Northampton 300 

Bemis & Allen, mfrs. boots, Spen- 
cer 130 

Bemis, Miss E. E,, milliner, etc., 

North Brookfield 135 

Bemis & Call Hardware and Tool 
Companv, mfrs. of tools, etc., 

.Springfle'ld 212 

Bennett, I. C. liverv and board- 
ing stable, Westfield 286 

Bennett & Van VaLkenburg, mfrs. 

cotton warps, Athol 182 

Benoit, P., groceries, provisions, 

etc., Holyoke 248 

Berkshire Life Insurance Com- 
pany, Pittsfield 337 

Betts Fencing Company, Palmer. 271 
Beauregard, M., druggist, Chico- 
pee Falls 265 

Bigelow, F. C, & Co., real estate, 

Worcester 106 

Bigelow, E. N. , druggist, Webster, 115 
Black, G. W., clothing, etc.,, 

Gardner 172 

Blaisdell, Samuel, Jr., & Co., 
dealers in cotton & wool, Chic- 
opee 260 

Blake, Ezekiel, latch needles, 

Chicopee Falls 263 

Blake, Ira G., & Son, watches 

and diamonds, Worcester 109 

Blanchard, Geo. C, beef, pork, 

veal, etc.. Worcester 89 

Blatchford, G., books, music, and 

stationery, Pittsfield 340 

Bliss, E. M., dry goods, etc., 

.Spencer 134 

Blood, Chas. E., druggist. Ware.. 315 
Boarding and Livery Stable, H. 
Hatfield, prop'r, South Hadley 

Falls 257 

Bourne, W. H. . & Co., drj- and 

fancy goods, Milford 146 

Bonvouloir, Pierre, teas, coffees, 

and spices, Holyoke 253 

Boston Shoe Store, C. P. Young 

& Co., proprietors, Greenfield... 326 
Boston Store, White Brothers, 
prop'rs, dry goods, Green- 
field 321 

Boston Store, Clarke & Richards, 
prop'rs, dry and fancy goods, 

Holyoke 249 

Boutwell. Mrs. N. A. , confection- 
ery, Worcester 104 

Bovier, C. B., mfr. of cigar boxes 

and labels, Westfield 288 

Bosworth & Wood, flour, grain, 

etc., Chicopee Falls 264 

Braman^M.V N., groceries and 
provisions. North Adams 348 



Bridgman, Malcolm, jewelry, 

Northampton 296 

Broadbent, James, furniture, 

etc., Worcester 99 

Brooks Bros., hardware, etc.. 

Palmer 270 

Browning, Anson, clothing, etc., 

Greenfield 325 

Brown, L. W., & Co., paper 

boxes, Springfield 211 

Bruce, J. F., groceries, etc., 

Fitchburg I7u 

Bryant, G. Q. A., groceries, dry 

goods, etc., Winchendon 178 

Bryson. Andrew, dry goods. 

Ware 312 

Buddington, T. N., boots and 

shoes, Greenfield 321 

Buffington Bros., meats, etc.. 

North Brookfield 138 

BuUard Repeating Arms Com- 
pany, Springfield 221 

BuUens, C. A., & Co., groceries, 

etc., Chicopee 261 

Bullock, O. W., mfr. of watch 

tools, Springfield 219 

Burbank, Bros., watches, clocks, 

etc., Worcester 109 

Burbank Pharmacy, The G. G., 
A. E. Worthen, manager, Wor- 
cester 90 

Burbank, J. L., apothecary, Wor- 
cester 99 

Burnham, Geo. M., carpenter 

and builder, Springfield 205 

Burr. John A., spring beds, etc., 

Springfield 228 

Burrill, ,\lfred, furniture, etc.. 

North Brookfield 135 

Burton, Chas., stone merchant, 

Chicopee 259 

Bush & Co. , druggists, Worcester 74 
Bush, C. A., stables. North Brook- 
field 138 

Cady, Hendrick, & Co., grocers, 

Worcester 90 

Caldwell, C. H. , flour, grain, etc., 

Fitchburg 162 

Callahan & Donoghue, grocers, 

Holyoke 247 

Carey & Glunz, beef, pork, etc., 

.South Hadley Falls 2.57 

Carley. A. G., books and station- • 

ery, Northampton 297 

Carpenter & Co., dry goods, 

Southbridge 120 

Carpenter, P. H.. & Co., gi'o- 

eries, Southbridge 120 

Carrington, H. C, steam and 

gasfitting. Holyoke 262 

Carter & Cooley, dry goods, ho- 
siery, etc., .Springfield... 210 

Carter, H. H., liverv and board- 
ing stables, Holyoke 2.51 

Cartier, M. N., perfection cook- 
ing pots, etc., Millbury 123 

Casey & Bacon, grocers, steam 

coffee and spice mills, Pittsfield 339 
Cassidy, F. E., dentist, Worcester, 104 
Centennial Cafe, P. M. Marble, 

Worcester 100 

Chaifln, J. F., pianos, etc., Fitch- 
burg 160 

Chandler, W. H., boots, shoes, 

etc., Fitchburg. 167 

Chase, John, ctSons, mfrs. wool- 
ens, Webster us 

Chase & Tapley, heel manufac- 
turers. Worcester no 

Chapin & Co. .solicitorsof patents, 

Springfield 215 

Chapin, H., pharmacist, Monson 282 
Cheney, W. A., printing, Wor- 
cester 98 

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GENERAL INDEX. 



Cheslev, R. E. & E. S., clothiers, 
etc., North Brookfleld 138 

L'hicopee Falls Screw Co., mfrs. 
gimlets, etc., Chicopee Falls... 266 

Chicopee Manufacturing Com- 
pany, Chicopee Falls 264 

Chickering's Business College, 
PittsHeldf 338 

Childs, A, P., insurance, Spring- 
field 215 

Child, F. R.. & Co., biscuit and 
cracker mfrs., Webster 115 

Childs, Henry, bookbinder and 
ruler, Northampton 304 

Church, Chas., tin, copper, etc.. 
South Hadlcv Falls 256 

Citizens' House, Thos. Lunan, 
prop., Fitchburg 170 

Clatlin, C. R. B., photographer, 
Worcester 88 

Claflin riental Manufacturing 
Companv, Worcester 88 

Clapp, Fd«ard B.,hats, caps, and 
furnishings, Worcester 85 

Clark, .\. L., flour, grain, etc., 
Leominster 149 

Clark & Co., E. P., furniture, 
pianos, and organs, Ware 313 

Clarke, E. W., & Son, seedsmen 
and florists, Springfield 221 

Clark, Henry, insurance, Spring- 
field 22.5 

Clark tfe Hastings, wholesale 
meats, Palmer 268 

Clarke, J. H., & Co., dry goods, 
etc., Worcester 73 

Clark Machine Company, mfrs. 
of turbine wheels, etc.. Turners 
Falls 328 

Clarke, P. M., Atlas ready-mixed 
paints, Southbridge 121 

Clark, W. S., & Co., hats, caps, 
trunks, etc., Springfield 228 

Cleghorn Mills, mfrs. of dress 
ginghams, Fitchburg 166 

Cleveland, U. E., clothing, Fitch- 
burg 161 

Cobe. Max, clothier, Holyoke 242 

Coe & Navlor, dry goods, Ware... 313 

Coghlan, D. F.. Holyoke Steam 
Boiler and Iron Wks, Holyoke.. 243 

Cohn, A. S.,&Co.,clothing, Wor- 
cester 106 

Colburn, A. W., & Co., mfrs. 
violin sharps, etc.,\Vestboro 144 

Colby Manufacturing Company, 
The P., mfrs. of photo, card 
mounts, Springfield 218 

Colvin, M. R., piping, etc., Wor- 
cester 102 

College Book Store. S. E. Bridg- 
mau & Co., publishers, North- 
ampton 299 

Collins, Geo. W., groceries, etc., 
Holyoke 248 

Colton, ,1. W., mfr. perfumery 
and toilet articles, Westfield 2.S7 

Combs, Wm., furniture, etc., War- 
ren 140 

Comerford & Daily, teas and cof- 
fees, Worcester 94 

Comins, G. S. H., dentist, Green- 
field 32.5 

Comins, W. F., meats, etc., Spen- 
cer 133 

Converse House, C. P. Stone, 
prop., Palmer 268 

Conant. Ball & Co., mfrs. chairs, 
Gardner 173 

Conant & Bush, chair mfrs., 
Gardner 172 

Connor, Edward, tailor, Fitch- 
burg I'i6 

Conner, S. S., books, etc., West- 
field 286 

Coogan, Owen, & Sons, tanners, 
Pittsfield _ 313 

Cooledge & Co., dealers in cotton 
goods, Uolvoke 247 

Coolev's Hotel, J. M. Cooley & 
Co. 'props., Springfield 214 

Copeland, O. J., & Co., jobbers in 
books. Pittsfield 341 

Cordes F. D., & Co., painters, 
Holyoke 240 



Cordis Mills, tickings, Millbury... 123 

Corser. S. -\., prop. Ware Iron 
Foundry, Ware 314 

Cowan, Jas. M., coal, Springfield.. 209 

Cowen, Mrs. A. T., dryandfaney 
goods, Spencer 127 

Cowles, A. F., drv goods, etc., 
Amherst 318 

Couch. B. M., paper machinery, 
Northampton 307 

Crane & Ferguson, hardware, 
stoves, etc., Millbury 125 

Crocker Institution for Savings, 
Turners Falls 331 

Crocker National Bank, Turners 
Falls 327 

Crowley, John F., ale brewery, 
Pittsfield »44 

Crowell, John F., insurance, 
Worcester 80 

Cross, D., merchant tailor, Fitch- 
burg 165 

Crystal Emery Wheel Co.. The, 
mfrs. emery wheels, North- 
ampton ". 302 

Culins, P. M., planing mills, 
Westfield 287 

Cummings, H. E.drj' goods, etc.. 
North Brookfleld 138 

Currier, F. C, & Son, ticket and 
insurance agents, Fitchburg... 164 

Currier, J. M., architect. Spring- 
field 214 

Currier, R. B., lumber merchant, 
Springfield 215 

Cushman, 8. F., mfr. woolen 
goods, Monson 283 

Cutting & Bishop, building con- 
tractors, Worcester S3 

Cutler, Lyons 4 P'ield, shoes 324 

Cutler. G' K , bookseller and sta- 
tioner. Ware 313 

Dailey, M., cigar manufacturer. 
North Adams 348 

Davis, I., &Co., fish, Worcester.. 109 

Damon Narrow Fabric Co., The, 
mfrs. cotton tapes, Northamp- 
ton 300 

Davis, E. C., civil engineer, 
Northampton 301 

Davis, Reid & Co., cutting dies, 
Worcester 95 

Davis, W. L., druggist, Worcester 100 

Dean & Wheelock, paperhanging, 
etc.. Holyoke 246 

Dearden & Noble, china, crock- 
ery, etc., Springfield 221 

Dearnlev, .Tod, grain, meal, etc., 
Springfield 207 

De Frate. C., boarding and feed 
stable. Springfield 214 

Delevan House, John J. Shay, 
proprietor. Ware 312 

Delvev, Chas. W.. drv goods, etc., 
North Brookfield 137 

Deuel, Charles, druggist, Am- 
herst 318 

Dewev, H. G., pharmacist, West- 
field .-. 287 

Dewhurst, G. C, carriages, Wor- 
cester 105 

Dexter, William H., real estate, 
Springfield .i. 224 

Dickerman, E. E., stationery, 
etc.. Spencer 127 

Dickieson & Morrison, drv goods, 
Holyoke 246 

Division No. 42, N. E. P. Union, 
groceries, Worcester 83 

Dixon, George S., & Co., oils, 
Worcester 89 

Donnelly, P. J., groceries, Hol- 
yoke 252 

Douglass, Chas., & Co., mfrs. car- 
riage and toy whips, etc.. West- 
field '. 285 

Downing, Sturtevant & Taylor, 
wholesale grocers. Springfield. 205 

Drake, J. M., groceries, etc., 
Warren 141 

Draper, W. P., pharmacist, 
Springfield 220 

Dresser House, C. A., The, J. F. 
Parker & Son, proprietors, 
Southbridge 121 



Duncan, Goodell & Co., hard- 
ware, Worcester 80 

Dunn, J. A. mfr. chairs, Gardner 173 

Dustin & Clark, mfrs. stamping- 
machines, etc.. Spencer 131 

Dustin, B. C, baker, Spencer... 129 

Dutton & Tucker, dye woods, 
etc., Pittsfield 343 

Eagen, LennehanA: Co., grocers. 
North .\dams »49 

Earle, H. C, machinist, Worces- 
ter 82 

Earle, Stephen C, architect, Wor- 
cester 79 

Earl, W. D., & Co., mfrs. horn 
buttons, etc., Leominster 153 

Easthampton Rubber Thread 
Company, Easthampton 306 

Eddy, B. W., paper bags, twine, 
et('., Fitchburg 169 

Eddy, Henry W., builder and 
contractor, Worcester 96 

Edwards, H. B., & Co. , drv goods, 
.\mherst 318 

Edwards, R. E., furniture and 
undertaker, Northampton 297 

Eldred, Edwin, & Co., fire insur- 
ance, Worcester 77 

Ellis, D. W., & Son, mfrs. fancy 
cassimeres, Monson 282 

Ellis, G. A., & Co., coal, Athol.... 181 

Elm House, Hagan & Squire, 
props., Greenfield 321 

England, Geo. H., watchmaker 
anil jeweler, Holyoke 249 

Enright, P. J., stoves, ranges, 
etc., Chicopee Falls 264 

Evans House, Mrs. L. E. McLean, 
])rop., Springfield 216 

Exchange Hotel, E. L. Kennen, 
prop., Worcester 98 

Farrar. H. T., real estate and 
mortgages, Worcester 84 

Fairbanks, Edward, groceries, 
etc., Warren 142 

Fairbanks, C. L., coal, Fitchburg. 159 

Faulkner, G. M., bookseller and 
stationer, Fitchburg 165 

Fav, C. T., boots and shoes, etc., 
Holyoke 247 

Fay, Peck & Co., mfrs. straw 
goods 279 

Fay, J. T., & Co., mfrs. rubbers, 
Westboro 144 

Fearing & Everett, dry goods. 
X.irthamplon 301 

Feelcv.. John, stoves and furnaces. 
North .\dams 349 

Fenno & Co., grocers and tea 
mchts., Holyoke 241 

Ferguson & Logan, dry goods, 
Greenfield 320 

Ferry & White, insvirance agents, 
Chicopee 261 

Ferrv, L. E..Massawanna Livery 
Stables, Palmer 272 

Fitts, L. L., mfr. rails, balusters, 
etc.. Springfield 220 

First Nat'l Bank, Northampton.. 298 

Fisher, C. J., & Co., grain brokers, 
Holyoke 255 

Fiske, Isaac, musical instru- 
ments, Worcester 93 

Fitch, Geo. E., & Co., Chicago 
dressed beef, Westboro 144 

Fitchburg Steam Engine Com- 
pany, mfrs. steam engines 169 

Fitchburg Machine Works 162 

Fitchburg Gas Company 161 

Fitchburg Mutual Fire Insur- 
ance Company 168 

Fitzgerald, S., rags, paper, and 
old metals, Holyoke 238 

Fitzgerald & Co.. stationers, etc., 
Holyoke 242 

Florence Manufacturing Com- 
panv. The, Northampton 307 

Flynt, W. N., & Son, wholesale 
and retail dry and fancy goods, 
Monson .'. 279 

Flynt, W. N., Granite Company, 
wholesale and retail granite 
dealers. Monson 281 

Flynt Building and Construotion 
Company, Palmer 269 



GENERAL INDEX. 



Foote, E. N,, & Co., mfrs. but- 
tons, etc., Northampton 29ii 

Forbes & Wallace, dry goods, 

Springfield 204 

Foroes, C. P., line watches, etc., 

Greenfield 326 

Forbes, W. A., dry goodsandcar- 

pets, Greenfield 320 

Forest, Lafond & Co., Pharrna- 

cie Canadienne, Holyoke 242 

Fortier, L. H., & Co., druggists, 

Holyoke 255 

Foster, J. J., A (Jo., clothiers and 

hatters, PittsHeld .335 

Franklin County National Bank 

of Greenfield 322 

French, Dr. A. H., drugs, etc., 

Leominster 154 

Fuller & Delano, architects, 

Worcester 78 

Fuller & Houghton, manufac- 
turers of lounges, etc., Spring- 
Held 21S 

Gainsborg, Abe., clothing, North 

Brooktield 137 

Gard, T. D., mfg. jeweler, Wor- 

ce.'iter 81 

(iardner Hotel, F. Rafferty, pro- 
prietor, Gardner 174 

Garfield & Proctor, coal dealers, 

Fitchburg 158 

Gage & Reynolds, mfrs. and fur- 
nishers of straw goods, Monson 279 
Garland, ti. W\, M. D., pharma- 
cist, Gardner 173 

Gaylord Company, The, mfrs. of 
military and fancy goods, Chi- 

copee \ 260 

Gavlord, H. E., wood and coal, 

Holyoke 252 

Gaylord, John, boots and shoes, 

South Hadley Falls 257 

Geer, G. P., accountant, Spring- 
field 209 

GelineaUjC. W., druggist, Spring- 
field 229 

Gerry, (ieo., &. Son, mfrs. dus- 
ters, etc., Athol 181 

GibbsA Son, groceries, Westfield 289 
Gilbert & Barker Mfg. Co., mfrs. 

of gas engines, Springfield 202 

Gillett, D. 1.., dry goods, etc., 

Westfield 285 

Girard & Irish, dry and fancy 

goods, Fitchburg 160 

Glendale Elastic Fabric Co., 
mfre. elastic goring, etc., North- 
ampton 308 

(Jlobe Village House, Wm. E. 

Horton, prop., Southbridge... 121 
( Joddard Bros. , blacksmiths, 

etc., Spencer 131 

(Joddard, L. P., printer and pub- 
lisher, Worcester 96 

Godfrey, (J. R. , harnes.smaker, 

etc., Gardner 175 

Gof>dall, F. P., druEtdst, Holyoke. 249 
t^rOiKlman, J. Wesley, rafr. bil- 
liard table frames, etc., Athol. 182 
Goodrich, H. A., flour, groceries, 

etc., Fitchburg 167 

i-toodrich, H. A:, & Co., clothiers, 

Fitchburg 160 

Goodspeed, (i. N., mfr. of chair 
and pail machinery, Winchen- 

don .'. 177 

(ioodnow, Lyman H., foundry, 

Fitchburg 163 

Goodwin, F. E., boots, .shoes, 

etc, Worcester 82 

Gordon & Drenning, dry goods, 

etc., Gardner *. 172 

Gould, Geo. H., Ijoarding and 

livery stables, Springfield 230 

firant, Chas. E., fire insurance, 

Worcester 90 

Graham, H. L., jewelry, et(^, 

fiardner .". 176 

Graves. M. L. & M. W., pro- 
prietors Railroad Steam Mills, 

Northampton 300 

Greeley, H. A., apothecary. Mil- 
ford 145 

Green, Alexander W., furniture, 
Greenfield 3J') 



Greene, H. G., druggist, Fitch- 
burg 169 

Greene, M. T., & Co., milUnery 
goods, Worcester 108 

Greenfield Saviujp Bank, The, ... 321 

Grecnleaf, C. H., fruits, etc., Wor- 
cester 91 

Greenwood, T. T., & Son, furni- 
ture, etc., Gardner 174 

Greenwood, S. A., insurance 
agent, Winchcndon 178 

Griilin, William P., flour, feed, 
grain, Pitt-sfield 339 

Grout, ,Iohn N., & Son, groceries, 
Spencer 127 

Guerrin, L., carriage manufac- 
turer, Worcester,... 82 

Guilds, F. G., & Co., carting, 
Pittstield 343 

Gunn, F. L., railroad ticket office, 
etc., Springfield 226 

Gunn, .John, steam fitter, etc., 
Webster 116 

Guv, Walter P., groceries, Fitch- 
burg 165 

Hair Brothers, phunbers and 
bellbaiigers, Worcester 98 

Hale, D. Frank, notions, etc., 
Springfield 212 

Hamant, (J. R., druggist, North 
BrookHeld 137 

Hamilton, .)., oils, Springfield 220 

Hanunersley, H. W., groceries 
and provisions, Westfield 285 

Hannnon<l, ,\aron, l)eef, etc., 
Worcester 92 

Hammond, E. H., repairer of 
pumjjs, etc., Worcester 101 

Hampsliire County National 
Bank, The, Northampton 303 

Hampshire Hou.se, J- \V. Lawton, 
proprietor. Ware 315 

Hampshire Iron Foundry. Chas. 
E. Clapp, proprietor, North- 
ampton 298 

Hampshire Savings Bank, North- 
ampton 301 

Hardy & Pinder, patent cast 
metal screen plates, Fitchburg, 161 

Hardv, W. A., brass founder, 
Fitchburg 163 

Harlow, C. N., & Co., carpenters, 
Northampton 304 

Harmon, I., dye-house, Spring- 
field 207 

Harrington & Brother, livery sta- 
ble, Worcester 106 

Harrington, F., livery, PittsHeld. 338 

Harrington, W. F., paints, oils, 
etc., PittsHeld 335 

HarrLson, k. H., groceries. North 
Adams 349 

Hartwell & Reed, marble manu- 
facturers, Fitchburg 161 

Harwood, L. , & Son, pharmacists, 
Warren 140 

Ha.stings, J. W., M. D., druggist, 
Warren 141 

Hatch, George S., mfr of boot 
and shoe heels, Worcester 78 

Hawes & Chaiiniiin, attorneys-at- 

law. etc., Springlield 222 

Hawks & Reed, gents' furnish- 
ings, Greenfield 326 

Haynes tt (Jo., fashionable tai- 
lors, etc. , Springfield 222 

Haynes Hotel, ('. H. Goodwin, 

proprietor. Springfield 206 

Healv, Richard, New York suit 

una cloak store, Worcester 85 

Hellyar, S. H., tt Co., dry goods, 

etc.. Palmer i 270 

Henry & Marsh, Hampden Sta- 
bles, Springfield 223 

Heron Brothers, cigars, Worcester 91 
Herrick, N. .1,. seedsman and 

florist, SpriugHeld 220 

Herriek, W,, machinist and mfr. 
of saws, etc., Northampton 297 

Hewes, D. D., hou.se and sign 
painter. Westfield 280 

Higgins, E. (!., it Co.. art wall 
[japers, Worcester SO 

Hddrelh, Geo, G., undertaker, 
Worcester 102 



Hill <5i Bosley, iron foundry, Win- 
chcndon 178 

Hill Dryer Company, mfrs. of 

clothes dryers, Worcester .* 89 

Hill. R. H., Machine (Jomiiany, 

mfrs. of elevators, etc.. Holyoke 240 
Hill Brothers, mfrs. of buttons, 

Northampton 308 

HincldifTe, W. H., crockery ,gla.ss- 

ware. etc., Webster 114 

Hitchcock & Blanchard, plum- 
bers and gasHtters, Palmer 273 

Hitchcock, C., & Co., dry goods 

and groceries, Ware 314 

Hitchcock, (.i. L., druggist, etc., 

Palmer 272 

Holden, J, S., &C'o.,mfrs. woolens. 

Palmer 269 

Holland's, J. M., Sons, paints, 

brushes, etc., PittsHeld 345 

Hollister. .1. H., clocks, watches, 

etc., (irccnlicld 323 

Holmes, Sumner, <lry goods, etc., 

North BrookHeld 137 

Holyoke Card and Paper Com- 
pany, mfrs. of paper, Spring- 
Held ;.. 202 

Holyoke Coal and Wood Com- 
pany 248 

Holyoke Knife Company, mfrs. 
pai)cr cii^'. bars ana jilates and 

trininiing knives 244 

Holyoke Paper Company, paper 

mfrs., Holyoke 244 

Holyoke Steam and Gas Fitting 
Company, iron and brass fit- 
tings 245 

Home Insurance Company of 
New York, W. H. Foote. agent, 

Westfield 286 

Home, Mrs. M. J., millinery, Wor- 
cester 104 

Hotel \V;i'nvi'('k" Vv. M. Beiuis, 

prop., S[irini,'li('l<l 208 

Hotel Do Witt, B. F.Sibley, prop., 

Webster 113 

Howard, H. C, confectionery, 

etc., Sprin^eld 217 

Howard, Miss R..millinerv,etc., 

North Brooktield 136 

Howes, F. E.. meats, Springfield.. 230 
Howland, E. H., flowers and 

plants, Holyoke 255 

Hovey, Geo. H., druggist, (ireen- 

tield 323 

Hubbard <fc Talter. printers and 

stationers. Holyoke.., 254 

Hubley&Co.. cotton and wool- 
en rags, etc., Worcester 09 

Hudson, J, E., & Co., proprs. of 
the Bargain Store, Worces- 
ter 87 

Hull, S. E., cotton waste, etc., 

Millbiu-y ?. 125 

Hunter, A. W., plumber, North 

Adams M8 

Hunter, Jas., & Son, founders 

and machinists. North Adams. 347 
Hunter, J. T., harness, etc., 

Holyoke 246 

Hurd, E. W., artist, North 

Adams S47 

Hutchins. C. W., rafr. of band 

instruments, etc . Springlield.. 21fi 
Hvde Manufacturing Comy»anv, 

Southbridge .".. 120 

Hyland W., mfr.of anddealer in 
mattresses, beds, etc., Worces- 
ter 92 

Indian Leap Hotel. Samuel 

Pease, propr., Springfield 229 

Ingalls, G. W . & Co., boots, 

shoe.s, etc., Holyoke 241 

Ingham. J. L.. wood turner, iron 

cudgeon rolls, etc., Holyoke... 261 
Ivers, Richard, livery and board- 
ing stables, Springlield 228 

Jackson & Cutler, dry goods and 

grocery, Amherst 319 

Jacobs, S. A., fancy goods, etc., 

Chicopee 259 

James, H. L., woolen mfr., 

Northampton 309 

Jannery, J. R., druggist, Worces- 
ter 91 



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GENERAL INDEX. 



•lenks, George A., meats, provi- 
sions, etc , North Brooktield IS; 

Jennings & Hartban, steam 
lieaters, Worcester, "* 



Jennings, A. F., stationery and 

fancy goods, Springfield '213 

Jolmson & Dassctt, mfrs. self- 
operating woolen mules, etc., 

\^'orcester 75 

Johnson, Mrs. T. M., millinery, 

etc., Spencer 132 

Jolly, J. & W., machinists, Holy- 

oke ^-H 

Jones, E., & Co., mfrs. of boots 

and shoes, Spencer 132 

Joslin Hovise, H. S. Munson, pro- 

I)rietor. Webster 116 

Joslin llonse, L. M. Drury, pro- 
prietor. Worcester 101 

Jtidd, II M.. photographer, Chic- 

opee Falls 26ti 

Julien & Co.. electric supplies, 

Springtield 224 

Jnd^e. W. J., gents' furnishings, 

Worcester 82 

Judson, A. C & Williams, mfrs. 

of screen plates. Holyoke 238 

Kane, R. M., hats, caps, etc., 

Spencer 132 

Kauffraan, W. H., mfrs. of wool- 
ens, Athol 183 

Keeney, G. L., druggist, etc., 

Monson 281 

Keith Paper Company, mfrs. of 

paper. Turners Falls 330 

Keitli, Charles, grocery, Green- 
field 320 

Kelloy, O. A., auctioneer, Wor- 
cester 94 

Kellogg, William, merchant, 

Amherst 318 

Kellogg, D. B., groceries, Green- 
field 322 

Kelly, William, undertaker, 

Pittsfield 341 

Kelly & Wesely, stoves and 

ranges, Holvoke 251 

Kendall. O., & Co , mfrs. of boots 

and shoes, Athol. 182 

Kendall. T. E., tinplate worker, 

etc.. Leominster 154 

Kendall, John, hats, caps, etc., 

Worcester 83 

Kennedy, R. J., dry.goods, Web- 
ster 116 

Kent, Edward E., & Co., mfrs. of 

boots and shoes, Spencer 133 

King, J. B.. mfr. of paper boxes, 

Springfield 208 

Kingsbury. Gee. O., real estate, 

Springfield 217 

Kinney, C. W., marble, granite, 

etc., Northampton 297 

Knight, W. S.. reaP estate agent, 

Worcester 74 

Knight, E. O., machinist, Wor- 
cester 89 

Knowles, E. S., powder, shot, 

etc.. Worcester 91 

Knowlton, F. M., books, station- 
ery, etc., Spencer 129 

Knowlton, Geo. B., agent for 
Page Belting Company, Fitch- 
burg 167 

Knowlton, A. & H. C, mfrs. 

chairs. Gardner 172 

Knox, S. W., apothecary, Chico- 

pee Falls 264 

Kyes & Woodbury, wood engrav- 
ers, Worcester 94 

Lacey, H. J., groceries, etc., 

Fit'chburg, 168 

Lackey, Ira E., dining-room, 

Speiicer 127 

Ladd Bros. & Co.. insurance 

agency, Springfield 217 

Ladd, Geo. P., woolen mfr., 

Spencer 127 

Lamb, Amos S., hides, skins, etc., 

Winchendou 17.S 

Lamb, J. H., pianos and organs, 

Greenfield 326 

Lamb Knitting Maching Manu- 
facturing Company, Chicopee 
Falls 263 



Lane, M.L.. groceries, etc.. Ware 314 
La Rue, W. L., watchmaker and 

engraver, Pittsfield 339 

Lawrence, A. B.. &Co., hardware 

and iron merchants, Fitcliburg 160 
Lawrence. C. F., & Co., printers, 

Worcester 10'.) 

Lawton, A. S., & Co., real estate 

agents, Fitchburg 162 

Lawton. J. R.. clothing, boots, 

and shoes. Ware 315 

Lay Whip Company, mfrs. whips, 

Westfield 288 

Lee, M. L., & Co., mfrs. boots, 

shoes, etc., Athol 181 

Leete, Pudan & Co., manufac- 
turers' agents for buttons, etc., 

Springfield 226 

Leominster Coal Company, M.N. 

Hadley, agent 154 

Leominster Shirt Company 152 

Leonard, J. M., miller. West- 
field 287 

L'Esperance, L. O., druggist. 

South Hadley Falls 2.57 

L'Esperance, W. L., druggist, 

Holyoke 251 

Lewis, B. F., & Son, boots and 

shoes, Westfield 289 

Lewis. W. C. , agent Magee Fur- 
nace Company, Southbridge 121 

Lewis, W. H., Co., livery stables, 

Springfield 224 

Lincoln, Mrs. J. P., and Mis.s M. 
L. Johnson, dressmaking, etc.. 

Warren 141 

Liscomb. N. S., hatter, Worcester. 104 
Livermore, C. F., blankets,quilts, 

etc., Worcester 76 

Lockey, J. H., mfr. piano-forte 

cases, Leominster 154 

Longlev, H. P., choice groceries. 

Palmer 272 

Loomis Brothers, furniture, etc.. 

Palmer.. 269 

Lord, Lucien, bookseller, etc., 

Athol 181 

Loring. CM., banker and broker, 

Springfield 217 

Loring, E. P., groceries.etc, West- 
field. 289 

Losee. James H.. pharmacist, 

Springfield 229 

Loud, E.. mfr. of wood faucets, 

Winchendon 177 

Love. John J., marble and granite 

works, Webster 112 

1 Lovell & Potter, importers of 

hats. Spencer 130 

Luby, J. C, stoves, tinware, etc., 

j Worcester 77 

Lucas. H. P., seeds, lime, etc., 

Pittsfield 343 

Lucke, Hermann, watchmaker 

and jeweler. Worcester 95 

Ludwig, Frank, studio. Chico- 
pee 260 

Lugrin, Hicks, doctor, Worces- 
ter 82 

Mack &Jennison, plumbers, etc., 

Fitchburg 165 

MacuUar & Son, fine clothing, 

Worcester 88 

Macy, E. B., com. mcht., Fitch- 
burg l.W 

Mann, Otis, veterinary surgeon. 

Springfield 206 

Mann & Knight, coal dealers, 

Worcester 78 

Mansion House, Rodney Brown, 

proprietor. Northampton 309 

Mansion House. Thompson & 

Schoff, proprietors, Greenfield.. 324 
Maplewoort. Elisha Taft, pro- 
prietor. Pittsfield 342 

Marble. Jerome. & Co. .oils, drugs, 

etc.. Worcester 76 

March, F. J., watches, etc., Hol- 
yoke 241 

Marchesseault, E. D., confec- 
tionery, etc., Spencer 130 

Marcy, F. F., carpenter, etc.. 

Palmer 271 

Marcy, O. C, liverv stable. Pal- 
mer ■ 273 



Marden, Noyes, watchmaker 

andjeweler, Chicopee 261 

Marks, M. A., merchant tailor, 

Holyoke 254 

Marsh, J. S.. & Son, fine gro- 
ceries. Springfield 203 

Marsh, E. I)., furniture and un- 
dertaker, Amherst 318 

Marsh & Murray, lumber, Spring- 
field 225 

Martin, William. & Co., boots 

and shoes. North Adams 348 

Mason, Orlando, woodenware, 

Wiiirlieiidon 177 

Massasoit House. W. H. Chapin, 

proprietor. Springfield 226 

Mather & Todd, machinists, Leo- 
minster 152 

MaxHeld, Chas. E.. manufacturer 
elegant furniture, etc., Spring- 
field 2'26 

Mavnard.W.M.. druggist, Spencer 1'29 
McClellan. Jt., crockery and 

glassware, Worcester 103 

McDermott & Boland, dry goods, 

etc.. Worcester 79 

McDonagh, Hugh, merchant 

tailor, Worcester 97 

McFarland. C. M., diamonds, 

watches, etc.. Worcester 92 

McPherson, J. M . cigar manu- 
facturer. North Adams 347 

McTagert. Jas.. Jr., fancy cas- 

simeres, Fitchburg 159 

Mead, E. B., carriages and har- 
ness, Pittsfield 345 

Medina. A., importer of human 

hair, Worcester 91 

Mellor, G. K., pharmacist, Wor- 

CBStcr •■* 105 

Merchants' and Farmers' Mutual 
Fire Insurance Company, Wor- 
cester 'o 

Merrick Thread Co., mfrs. of 

thread, Holyoke 239 

Merrifield, L., agent for pianos, 

Worcester 102 

Merritt, S. F.. eye-glass holders, 

etc.. Springfield 222 

Merrill, A. B. . hardware, cutlery, 

etc., Leominster 153 

Merriam & Rolph, flour, grain, 

etc., Fitchburg 170 

Metcalf & Co., book and job 

printers. Northampton 304 

Metcalf, Mrs. C. A , confection- 
ery, etc.. Warren 142 

Miles. W. B., photographic artist, 

Holyoke 247 

Milford Mutual Fire Insurance 

Co.. The. Milford 146 

Mill River Machine Shop. The, 

H. Ford, prop., Springfield 212 

Mill River Steam Carpet Clean- 
ing Co.. W. Fry, manager, 

Springfield '216 

Miller's River Manufacturing 

Co.. Athol 18(1 

Miller. Henry W., hardware, 

nails, etc., Worcester 103 

Miller. S. T., livery and board- 
ing stables, Holyoke 254 

Miller, Geo. F., & Co., general 

ins. agents, Pittsfield 314 

Miner. D. W.. M.D., drugs and 

medicines. Ware 313 

Minturn, W. E.. & Co., gents' fur- 
nishing goods, Worcester 92 

Moers, E. M., woolen rags, etc., 

Worcester 108 

Monadnock Clothing House, 

Gardner 173 

Monahan. Thomas, provisions, 

meats, etc.. Worcester 77 

Monson House, F. E. Stevens, 

prop.. Monson 2S2 

Montague Paper Company, The, 
B. N. Farran, president. Turn- 
ers Falls 3'29 

Moody, t'. M.. books, stationery, 

etc.l Greenfield 3'24 

Moore, F. H., boots, shoes, etc., 

Warren 143 

Moore, J. & I. E.. mfrs. writing 
and copying ink, Warren 141 



GENERAL INDEX. 



Moore, N. R., lumber, etc., War- 
ren 141 

Moreau, Philip, dry goods, etc., 
Spencer 132 

Mortjan, Grossman & Co., mfrs. 
rubber stamps, etc., Spring- 
field ; 220 

Morgan, H. T., & Co., clothing, 
Pittsfleld 342 

Morgan, R. E., druggist, Holy- 
oke 2.54 

Morrow, T. J., jeweler, Holyoke. 252 

Morse, Winslow B , drugs, etc., 
Springfield 22y 

Morse, Jas. H. , watches, clocks, 
etc., Westfield : 289 

Morse, H. C, boots, shoes, etc., 
Chicopee 2.59 

Morse. C. D.. & Co.. mfrs. doors, 
windows, etc., Millburv 125 

Morse, G. H., Hotel De Witt, liv 
cry stable, Webster 115 

Morton, G. M. & F. H. .livery and 
sale stables, Chicopee Palls 263 

Morton, W. G.. & Co., coal, ce- 
ment, etc., Pittstield 336 

Moulton, J. C. photo, artist, 
Fitchburg 168 

Mulcahy, J. J., clothing, etc., 
Spencer 129 

Munger, Harrison W., merchant 
tailor. Palmer 271 

Munn & Baush, machinists, 
Holyoke 24.5 

Murphy, ,1. H, stoves, Worcester.. Uls 

Mutual Life Insurance Company 
of New York. The, Springfield. 210 

Myers, M. E., livery, Pittsfield... 344 

Na^hawannuck Mfg. Company, 
mfrs. of suspenders and elastic 
frills and webs, Northampton 308 

National House. J. E. Jacques, 
prop., Fitchburg 167 

Nelson, Edwin, books. Amherst.. 316 

Newcomb Brothers, oyster house, 
Worcester 108 

Newell Brothers Manufacturing 
Company, mfrs. of buttons, 
Springfield 206 

Newell, H. Smith, meats, Chico- 
pee Falls 265 

Newell, J. W., & Co., booksellers, 
Greenfield 32.5 

New England Corset and Skirt 
Company, Springfield 210 

Newman, F. S., architect, Spring- 
field 213 

Newton, H. H., real estate, Pitts- 
field 341 

Nightingale, Geo., paper, woolen 
rags, etc., Holyoke 250 

Niles. A. P. ,&Son, groceries, etc., 
Springfield 204 

Norcross Brothers, general mdse., 
Monson 282 

Northampton Emery Wheel Com- 
pany, emery wheeis,etc., North- 
ampton 299 

Nortliampton Institution for Sav- 
ings. Northampton 302 

Northampton National Bank. 
Northampton 308 

Northampton Steam Laundry, 
L. A. Belding, mgr 297 

Norwood, The, G. W. Forbes, 
prop., Northampton 301 

Nourse & McCamraon, clothing, 
hats, etc., Holyoke 240 

Noyes, Cyrus, doors, sash, blinds, 
etc., Milford 145 

Niigent, John J., City Pharmacy, 
Holyoke .".. 252 

Octo.ii'rank.& Co.. stoves, ranges, 
etc., Holyoke 245 

Odie, James M., jeweler, Worces- 
ter 87 

O'Donnell. John, groceries, etc., 
Holyoke 251 

O'Flynn, Richard, Cunard and 
Innmn Line agency, Worces- 
ter 107 

O'Haire & Mead, general wood 

carvers, Worcester 103 

o'Leary, C, meats and vegeta- 
bles, Holyoke 238 



O'Leary. John, mfr. of brick, 
Springfield 203 

Onota Lake House, Merrick S. 
Burbank. prop.. North Adams. 349 

Orcutt, F. v., & Son, merchant 
tailors, Athol 180 

Otis ('ompany. The, mfrs. fine 
underwear. Ware 312 

Page, .4. W., mfrs. latch needles, 
Chicopee Falls 265 

Paige & Co., clothing, hats, etc., 
Southbridge 120 

Palace of Fashion, D. Rogers, 
proprietor. Holyoke 253 

Palatine Hotel, John Greim, pro- 
prietor, Holyoke 250 

Palmer Carpet Company. Palmer 270 

Palmer National Bank. The 272 

Palmer Savings Bank 269 

Parker & Co., furniture mfrs., 
Fitchburg 164 

Parker. S. R., & Son, mfrs. light 
carriages, etc., Millbury 124 

Parker & Ross, dentists, Fitch- 
burg 109 

Parker, Samuel, importingtailor, 
Worcester 79 

Parkhill Manufacturing Com- 
pany, manufacturers of ging- 
hams, Fitchburg 165 

Parsons Paper Company, paper 
manufacturers. Holyoke 241 

Partenheimer. W. W.. groceries, 
provisions, etc., Greenfield 323 

Patch. L., stoves, tin, brass, etc., 
Fitchburg 169 

Payne, C. N. , chemist, Greenfield 322 

Pearl, Henry W., rags, paper 
stock, etc., Springfield 223 

Pearson, George A., flour, grain, 
etc., Worcester 93 

Pease, A. G., «& Co., hardware, 
paints, etc., Spencer 129 

Pease, H. D., Westfleld Steam 
Laundry, Westfield 289 

Penfleld, D. Edward, photog- 
rapher, Warren 140 

Pentecost Steam Generating 
Company, Worcester 84 

People's Saving Bank, The, Wor- 
cester 81 

Pepper, C. .\., confectionery, etc.. 
North Brookfield 136 

Pepper, S. J.. People's Market, 
North Brookfield 137 

Perkins,|B. F., machinist, Holy- 
oke 251 

Pevey's Dental Rooms, Worces- 
ter 100 

Phelps, F. F., furnaces, ranges, 
and stoves, Worcester 98 

Phelps & Tower, housefurnish- 
ing goods, Holyoke 243 

Pierce, E. F. . furniture, bedding, 

etc., Leominster 148 

Pierce. S. K., & Son, mfrs. 

chairs, Gardner 171 

Pinnev, W. M., undertaker, 
Pittsfield 343 

Piper, E. J., pattern maker, 
Springfield 211 

Pitts. B. M.,rafr. of carpet warps, 

Fitchburg 161 

Pittsfleld Carriage Co.. Jno. En- 

rigbt. i^rop., Pittsfield 341 

I'itlstiilil Niitional Bank 336 

Pittsfield Sfcam Bakery, W. H. 
Teeliiig, prop-. Pittsfield 335 

Plaisted. J. W.,&Co., fruit and 

produce. Worcester 104 

Plummer, W. D.. apothecary, 

Winchendnn 179 

Policy, A. M. , & Son, boots, shoes, 

etc.. Leominster 148 

PQwers, D. A., livery and sale 

stables, Millbury 125 

Powers, G. M., boots, shoes, etc., 

•Leominster 154 

Pratt, D. J.. & Co., drugs, etc.. 

North Brookfield 136 

Pratt, William F.. & Son, archi- 
tects, Northampton 303 

Prentiss, C. H, tailor. Holyoke... 244 
Prescott. J. B.. iron and brass 
foundry, Webster 116 



Preston, J. H. , iiainter, grainer, 
etc.. South Uadley Falls 257 

Preston, J. S., Jr., gents' furnish- 
ings, Holyoke 255 

Priest, Chas. A., lumber, Fitch- 
burg 163 

Prince & Walker, carpets and pa- 
per-hangings, Pittsfield 341 

Prouty Brothers, stoves, ranges, 
etc., Worcester 87 

Prouty, Isaac, & Co.. mfrs. boots 
and shoes. Spencer 128 

Proviu, Williams, whips and ci- 
gars, Westfield 290 

Putt'er.C'., it Co., com. merchants, 
Leominster. 152 

Putnam. D. H., piano tuner and 
repairer. M'nrcester 96 

Quill,.v linifliers, merchant tai- 
lor.^J. Si.riugfield 219 

Qulnu, J. B., & Co., Boston Store, 
Gardner 175 

Quint, N. W., undertaker, Holy- 
oke 241 

Railey & Burrage, stoves, etc., 
Leominster 148 

Ramsdell, L. B., mfrs. baby car- 
riages, etc., Gardner 172 

Rand, .i.. Judson, watches, dia- 
monds, etc., Holyoke 255 

Randel. Geo. H., provisions, 
Fitchburg 166 

Rawson, J. A., watches and jew- 
elry, Amherst 318 

Rawson. J. M., clothing, hats, 
etc., Webster 113 

Read, Edwin M., groceries, Fitch- 
burg 170 

Rebboli, C, confectioner and 
caterer, Worcester.....; 95 

Redding, Chas. S., & Co., wool 
waste, etc., Worcester 83 

Redman. Ci. H., photographer, 
Webster 113 

Reece Brothers, mfrs. of screw- 
cutting tools, Greenfield 323 

Reed & Page, electricians, Wor- 
cester 93 

Reed, W. S., Toy Company, Leo- 
minster 1.51 

Reinbold & Marsh, confectioners, 
Worcester 84 

Reynolds, R. M. & Theo., mfrs. 
woolen goods, Monson 282 

Rice. C. E., mfr. of tinware, 
Springfield 212 

Rice, J. Allen, druggist. Mil- 
ford 146 

Rice. John A., agricultural ware- 
house, etc., Worcester 100 

Richard. J. S., groceries, flour, 
etc., Spencer 130 

Richards, C. J., mfr. bra-ss-edge 
patterns for boots, corsets, etc., 
Worcester 101 

Richards, W. W., mfr. blinds, 
sashes, etc., Springfield 225 

Richards & Thayer, groceries, 
etc., Holyoke '238 

Richardson, L. A., photographer, 
Leominster..., 154 

Richardson, T. H.. jewelry and 
diamonds, etc., Pittsfield 338 

Richardson. W. K., groceries, 
etc., Leominster 1.54 

Richmond. T. W., & Co., coal. 
North Adams 348 

Riverlin Edge Tool Works, Buck 
Bros., Millbury 124 

Rivest. U. E.. trunks, etc., Hol- 
yoke '2.54 

Robbins. Geo. & Co., plumbers, 
etc., Fitchburg 163 

Robinson. Baxter. & Son, beef, 
pork, etc.. Winchendon 179 

Robinson, E. C, Massasoit Liv- 
ery Stable. Springfield , 215 

Robinson, J. W., druggist, South- 
bridge 121 

Rockwell, Edward M., mfr fan- 
cy cassimeres. etc.. Leominster 148 

Root, O.. & Sons, boots and 
shoes, Pittsfleld 336 

Rosenfeld, J. S., jobbers' and 
mfrs'. agent, Pittsfleld 310 



GENERAL INDEX. 



Ross, William, sash, blinds, win- 
dow-frames, etc., Worcester 97 

Russell, John, Cutlery Company 
Cireen River Works, Turners 
Falls 330 

Russell, John L., livery, Pitts- 
Held 343 

Sackett, R. W., furniture, etc., 
Northampton 298 

Safetv Fund National Bank, 
Fitchburg 168 

Sagendorph, P. H., jewelry and 
watches, Ware 314 

Sampson, A. D., & Co., mt'rs. 
of shoe heels, Worcester 99 

Sanborn, J. C, pictures, etc., 
Fitchburg 167 

Sanders, Lewis, mfr. kegs, etc., 
Athol 183 

Sanford Whip Company, mfrs. 
whips, We.ittield.... 290 

Sanford & Davis, printers, Wor- 
cester 107 

Sanitary Improvement Com- 
pany, "The, Worcester 80 

Sayles & Jenks, mfrs. fancy cas- 
simeres, Warren 142 

Schweppe & Eninger, mfrs. la- 
dies' bags, Northampton 302 

Schmidt. E. F., mfr. leather 
whips, Westfield 2.S8 

Scott, Chas. W., merchant tailor, 
Springfield 209 

Scott, Chas. N., watchmaker, 
etc.. Worcester 107 

Seagrave, Daniel, printer, Wor- 
cester 102 

Sears, A. H.,&Co., ice, Worcester 85 

Seymour, C. E., it Co .livery and 
boarding stables, SpringtiVhl... 218 

Shaffer & Webber, inlrs. build- 
ing finish, etc.. Worcester 102 

Shattuck, J. H., confectionery, 
Worcester .".. 77 

Shaw, Henry A., boots and shoes, 
Springfield 211 

Shaw, J. B., dry goods, etc.. 
Palmer 271 

Shea, J. B., meats, etc.. West- 
field 289 

Shedd & Gordon, hardware, 
Fitchburg 162 

Shillaber, Geo. W., & Co., wall 
paper, curtains, Worcester SI 

Sibley, J. B., hardware, tools, 
paints, etc.. Ware 314 

Silk, Bertiard, wholesale wines 
and liquors, Southl)ridge 122 

Simonds & Adams, dry goods, 
etc., Milford '. 146 

Sisson, J. D., plumber and gas- 
fitter, Worcester 93 

Slater Woolen Company, Web- 
ster 114 

Slater, H. N., Manufiicturing 
Company, cotton goods, Web- 
ster 113 

Slayton, Isaac, crockery, hard- 
ware, etc., Spencer 133 

Smith, Warren, drugs and medi- 
cines, Chicopee * 260 

Smith Carr Baking Co., mfr. of 
crackers, NorlluiMiptftn 303 

Smith. Hiram, gntceries. South 
Hadley Falls 256 

Smith, HA,, & Co., dry goods, 
etc., Ware 315 

Smith. George W., groceries and 
provisions, Pittsfield 340 

Smith, H. M., commission broker, 
Springfield 224 

Smith. J. S., mfr. of pillow-sham 
holders. Worcester 75 

Smith, J., & Co., mfrs. fancy 
combs, etc., Leominster 1.53 

Smith & Imlah, dry goods, etc., 
Worcester 100 

Smith & Co., groceries, etc.. Pal- 
mer 269 

Smith, W. L., *fc Co.. furniture 
and interior decorations, 

Northampton 296 

Smith & Prindle, clothing, and 
gents' furnishings, Northamp- 
ton ■ 298 



Smith & Wesson, revolvers, 
Springfield '213 

Smith, Brainard H., dry goods, 
etc.. North Brookfleld 138 

Smith, D. H.. dentist. Holyoke... '242 

South Gardner Carriage Com- 
pany 174 

Southbridge National Bank 119 

Sonza & Co., decorators and 
painters, Westfield 286 

Spaulding, Cyrus, hardware, 
iron, etc., Webster 113 

Spencer House, The, L. N. Mor- 
eau 133 

Spencer National Bank 131 

Speticer Savings Bank 129 

Spencer Marine and Granite 
Works, D. Parent Corbett & Co. 133 

Sprague, L., & Co., crockery, etc., 
Fitchburg 160 

Springfield Glue and Emery 
Wheel Co.. mfrs. of knife and 
tool grinders, Springfield 207 

Springfield Planing Mills, M. M. 
Goodell. prop.. Springfield 207 

Springfield Door, Sash and 
Blind Co 208 

Springfield Cigar Manufacturing 
Co '223 

Springfield Weaving Co., Spring- 
Held 214 

Stacv, G. N.. books and station- 
ery. Milford 146 

Staiidard Tool Company, Athol. 182 

Starrett, L. S., mfr. mechanical 
tools, Athol 183 

State Mutual Life Assurance Co. 
of Worcester, Ma,ss 74 

St. Charles Hotel, E. R. Bartlett, 
prop., Millbury 125 

Stearns, (!'.T ., clothing, hats,etc. , 
Winchendou 177 

Steele, F. C, & Co., dressed beef 
and provisions, Holyoke "2.10 

Steer & Turner, mfrs. of church 
organs, Springfield 205 

Stevens & Co., Charles A., woolen 
mfrs.. Ware 312 

Stiles, J. F., dry goods, millinery, 
etc., Fitchburg 169 

Stiles, F. G.,carriage)painterand 
repairer, Worcester 108 

Stimpson, C. N., pianos and 
organs, Springfield 211 

Stobbs, C. K., poster and show 
card printer, Worcester 89 

Stocker, A. H..& Co. .hatters and 
gents' furnishers, Northamp- 
ton 303 

Stoddard, Frank H., druggist, 
Worcester 97 

Stone, Emerson, Spencer insur- 
ance agency 131 

Stone, E. E., & Co., lumber, etc., 
Spencer 128 

Stone, A. G.. dry goods, etc., North 
Brcxikfield 136 

Stowe. L. S , jeweler, Springfield, 228 

Stovvell, SidnevS., D.D.S., Pitts- 
field 338 

Sullivan A Camijbell, liverv. 
North Adams 349 

Sullivan, J. A., flour, etc., North- 
ampton 301 

Syms & Dudley Paper Company, 
mfrs. of paper and curd boards, 
Holyoke 2.'J0 

Taber & Chapman, jewelers,^ 
Holyoke 2.52 

Taft. O. A., dry goods, etc , Leo- 
minster 149 

Tarbell, W. E. ■& G. E., Warren 
Clothing Company, W,iTen... 140 

Taylor, Wm. C., pianos, etc., 
Springfield 218 

Tenney & Kenney, mfrs. lumber, • 
Leominster 149 

Tenney & Porter, mfrs. jewelry, . 
etc., Leominster 153 

Thaver&Co., custom shirts, e;c., 
Worcester 103 

Thayer, George E., printer, Wor- 
cester 106 

Thompson, J. E., stationer, Fitch- 
burg 108 



Tilley, John, & Co., furniture, 

carpets, etc., Holyoke 264 

Tinkham & Rogers, carpets, etc., 

Springfield 222 

Torrev, C. H., printer and pub- 
lisher of music, Westfield 288 

Tourtellott House, John M. 

White, proprietor, Millbury 125 

Towne & Co., mfrs. perforated 

sheet metals, Worcester 87 

Trahan, C. S., dry and fancy 

goods, Spencer ^ 133 

Train k White, stoves, ranges, 
etc., Athol , 18S 

Tremont House, P. C. Sawyer, 
proprietor, Winchendon 177 

Tremblav & Codaire, dry goods, 
Holyoke 253 

Trench, C. H.. drv goods, etc.. 
Ware 312 

Troy Laundry, D. Lynch, pro- 
l>i"ietor, Worcester 105 

Troy Steam Laundry, C. A. 
Rbyce, proprietor, Springfield.. 217 

Tucker, Elmer G., watchmaker, 
Worcester 108 

Turners Falls Cotton Mill, mfrs. 
of cotton. Turners Falls, 331 

Turners Falls Paper Company, 
paper mfrs , Turners Falls 331 

Tuttle, A. T., & .Sons, staple and 
fancy groceries, Holvoke 248 

Tuttle'Rubber Works, J. H. Tut- 
tle, proprietor. Holvoke 247 

Twichell, W. H , nickel plater, 
Worcester 104 

T>-ler, A. F., mfr. sash, blinds, 
etc., Athol 180 

Tyler, E. D., & Co., insurance, 
"North Adams 347 

Tyler, N. F., mfr. of whips, West- 
"field 285 

Tyler & Towne, groceries, etc., 
"Warren 142 

United States Spring Bed Com- 
pany, Springfield 205 

Upham, W. H., clotliing, etc., 
Leominster 153 

Urann, H. E., boots and shoes, 
Fitchburg 164 

Utley, George E., lumber, etc., 
Gardner 173 

Valley Machine Company, J. 
Mayher, propr., Northampton.. 306 

Van "Deusen, John F.. cigars, 
tobacco, etc., Pittsfield 336 

Van Doom, C. A., & Co.. crock- 
ery and glassware. Greenfield... 3'26 

Veriier, Dr. I., druggist, Spen- 
cer 130 

Waldo House, R. N. Start & Co., 
proprietors, Worcester 88 

Walker, Henry, furniture, car- 
pets, etc., Worcester 85 

Wallace, D. G., boots and shoes, 
Fitchburg 159 

Walsh. M. F., grocer. Holyoke.... 255 

Ware Standard. The. Chas W. 
Eddy, local editor. Ware 314 

Warner Manufacturing Com- 
pany, mfrs. children's car- 
riages, Greenfield 325 

Warren Savings Bank, Warren... 141 

Warriner, S C.,insuran(!e agent, 
Springfield 221 

Warwicli Hotel, W. M. Bemis, 
prop-, Springfield 208 

Washburn. H G., funeral direc- 
tor. Sprintrlicld 219 

Wason Manufui'turing Company, 
mfrs. railway cars, Springfield 203 

Watkins & 'Simmons, photo- 
graphic rooms, Pittsfield 339 

Watkins, H. W., dentist, Wor- 
cester 87 

Watson & Belcher, meats, etc., 
Worcester 90 

Waverly House, Henry Hay, 
prop.," Worcester 85 

Weatherbee, Orlando, drugs, etc., 
Spencer 132 

Welch, David, glass-cutter and 
engraver, Worcester 107 

Wellington. Fred. W., & Co., 
coal, Worcester 79 



GENERAL INDEX. 



Wells, J. M., & Co.» boots and 
shoes. Greenfield 323 

Wetherbee, S., & Son, clothing, 
etc., Warren 142 

Wheeler, Wm. E., livery and 
boarding stable, Chicopee 261 

Wheelook, Geo. V., plain and 
fancy card printing, Chicopee 201 

Whipple, M. K., mfr. satinet 
warp, Warren 140 

WhitaKer, E., mfr. loom and 
dresser reeds, Holyoke 242 

Whitaker & Proctor, mfrs. tor- 
toise shell goods, etc. , Westboro 144 

White. Jas. G., upholstered fur- 
niture. Worcester 100 

White, John, florist, Pittsfield... 340 

White, John, Jr., boots, shoes, 
etc., Worcester 96 

Whiting Paper Company, The, 
paper mfrs.. Holyoke 240 

Wnitmore MiinnfaVturinK' Com- 
pany, card l>oiirii luui jmiKTSof 
every descriitlioii, Holyoke 249 

Whitney House. C. Whitney, pro- 
prietor, Westboro 144 

Whitney, F. A., Carriage Compa- 
ny, Leominster ir)0 

Whitbeck & Sheurn, pianos and 
organs, Northampton 299 



Whittle, J. H., mfr. tin cylinders, 
etc., Worcester 94 

Wight, H. K., flour, fgrain, etc., 
Springfield 229 

Wilcox, S. J., jeweler, Monson... 283 

Wilcox. M. E., livery, Westfield 289 

Wililer, F. B., dress trimmings, 
etc., Springfield 225 

Willard, Geo. A., mfr. supporting 
trusses, Worcester 107 

Williams, A. L., & Co., fancy gro- 
ceries, Fitchburg 163 

Williams. A. W.. mfrs. of imita- 
tion jet, Leominster 149 

Williams Manufacturing Com- 
pany, mfrs. of splint and rat- 
tan baskets, Northampton 296 

Williston Mills, mfg., Northamp- 
ton 305 

Williston & Knight Co.. mfrs. 
of covered buttons, North- 
ampton 306 

Wilson, C. W., designer and en- 
^aver Worcester 103 

Wilson. C. P., carpenter and job- 
ber, Springfield 218 

Wilson, The, F. E. Swift, propri- 
etor, Pittsfield .344 

Wilson & Holden, commission 
merchants, Worcester 77 



Wilson & Read, insurance, Pitts- 
field 340 

Winch, W. J., saddlery hardware, 
etc., Leominster 153 

Winn, S. B.. mfrs. of soda, ginger 
ale, etc.. Holyoke 249 

Wood. Oliver B., printer, Wor- 
cester 1U9 

Wood, Mark, real estate, Hol- 
voke . . 253 

Wood, W. ii., druggist,' South 
Hadley Falls '&(, 

Woods & Hoslev, jewelers, Spring- 
Held 21St 

Woodward. T. M., sign painter, 
Worcester 97 

Worcester Collar Laundry, C. B. 
tJook, proprietor, Worcester.... 86 

Worcester Molding Works, Wor- 
cester 96 

Worcester Safe Deposit and 
Trust Co., The, Worcester 73 

Worcester Slipper Company, J. 
P. Grosvenor, proprietor, Wor- 
cester 101 

Wright Wire Cloth Co., Pal- 
mer 270 

Wright & Read, mfrs. of chairs, 
Gardner 175 

Wright, G. W., printer, Fitchburg 167 



CITY OF WOKCESTEE. 



THE "HEART" OF THE GREAT COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS AND A 

VERT PROMINENT RAILROAD AND BUSINESS CENTRE— A REVIEW OF 

THE CITY'S HISTORY, AND REPRESENTATIVE INDUSTRIES — 

A RAPIDLY GROWING COMMUNITY AND AN 

ATTRACTIVE PLACE FOR RESIDENCE. 



"WoRCBSTEK," says an excellent authority, "has time out of mind been denominated 'the 
Heart of the Commonwealth ' " of Massachusetts. If this has been truly spoken, then it goes without 
saying, that never has a true heart throbbed to better purpose within a body politic than has here 
(from the broad bosom of a county itself royal in area as a Commonwealth) made its pulsations felt 




COURT HOUSES. 

throughout the world, through the superb system of the old Bay State. The leading part played in 
New England by the Colony of Massachusetts, which absorbed several other colonies, and from which 
those of Connecticut and Providence originated, is too well known to demand trite allusion. 

Just here, however, it may not be tedious to piiuse for one moment and listen to an indirect 
allusion of this nature made a hundred years ago, more or less, by one of the officers who served in 
Burgoyne's campaign. Lieut Aubrey, in his "Travels through the Interior Parts of America," tolls 



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an honest tale of the experiences the British met with in traversing Massachusetts after their Sara- 
toga defeat. He speaks of passing " through a small, neat town called Worcester," which even at 
that early day it seems won meed of praise from casual traveller and superficial observer, "enemies 
themselves being judges." Continuing, he gives a passing glimpse of the temper of the hour and the 
subdued dry humour of New England triumph, proceeding as follows: "As we passed from this 
town [Worcester], at a small village there were assembled a great concourse of people to see us 
march, who were very curious, some lifting up their hands and praying to Heaven, some admiring 
the soldiers, others looking with astonishment. But among the crowd stood foremost an old woman, 
who appeared to be near an hundred, upon whom your old friend, Lieut. McNeil of the Ninth Regi- 
ment, thought to be a little witty ; in which however he was fairly worsted. As this old woman 




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attracted the notice of every one, when he passed, he said to her, "So, you old fool, you must come 
and see the lions." But with great archness she replied: " Lions, lions! I declare now, I think you 
look more like lambs !" 

If New England's soil in some provinces has been known to be as dry as her humour. New Eng- 
land's sons, of all men, have best known how to wrest the best returns from it. The same ability 
of persistence in turning reproaches to laurels seems not to have been unappreciated by General 
Burgoyne's officer in the indirect tribute already alluded to, which is as follows: " The lower class of 
these Yankees — aproj^os, it may not be amiss here just to observe to you the etymology of this term : 
it is derived from a Cherokee word, eankke, which signifies coward and slave. This epithet of Yan- 
kee was bestowed upon the inhabitants of New England by the Virginians for not assisting them in 
a war with the Cherokees; and they have always been held in derision by it. But the name has been 
more prevalent since the commencement of hostilities. The soldiery at Boston used it as a term of 
reproach; but after the affair of Bunker Hill, the Americans gloried in it. Yankee-doodle is now 
their paean, a favorite of favorites, played in their army, esteemed as warlike as the Grenadier's 



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March: it is the lover's spell, the nurse's lullaby. After our rapid successes, we held the Yankees 
in great contempt; but it was not a little mortifying to hear them play this tune when their army 
marched down to our surrender." 

"Down, on your knees, man!" said Old England's poet laureate, as in close converse, arm in 
arm with a friend, the two came suddenly upon a clump of the first epring violets, and Lord Tennyson 
knelt to inhale their fragrance. "Let us cry," sententiously suggested New England's Autocrat of 
the Breakfast Table, interrupting a flow of talk to consider the advent of the first upspringing greeo 
blade announciDg that winter was passed and " the time of the singing of birds " was at hand. 




UNION RAILROAD STATION. 

Arrested in a somewhat similar manner by sudden descriptive approach to some of New England's 
boundary lines, it has seemed but natural to thus halt, remembering the part the Bay State played in 
turning " lions " into " lambs," and if with the poet laureate we do not " down on our knees " upon 
fragrant historic soil, at least we pause between a tear and a laugh, and then march on to the echoing 
and endlessly re-echoing strains of Y.ankee Doodle. 

Area of New England. 

New England to-day extends from lat. 41° to 47° 32' N., and from Ion. 66° 52' to 73° 50' W., and 
has an area of 08,400 square miles. Without including the smaller inlets it has a coast line of abf>ut 
700 miles. It forms a large and beautiful portion of the great peninsula which includes NovaScatia, 
New Brunswick and parts of Quebec, and which is formed by the waters of the Atlantic ocean, the 



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St. Lawrence river and the connected waters of Lake George, Lake Champlain and the Hudson river. 
In its six States, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Khode Island and Connecticut, 
the most varied, picturesque and charming scenery delights the eye. Maine which is said to comprise 
about half the area of New England, and which under the title of the District of Maine formed iii 




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early colonial times a part of the Massachusetts colony's territory, is rich in grand and beautiful' 
scenery. New Hampshiie has long been called the Switzerland of America, while views in Massa- 
chusetts have been favorably compared with the finest in Scotland. Beautiful ^'ermont early explored 
by the French, but settled by the English, is divided into nearly two ecjual sections by her Green 



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Mountains extending through the State from North to South. Connecticut has with the geographical 
exception of mountain ranges the same general characteristics as the rest of tLe New England States, 
and Khode Island, if the smallest in the Union, has within its boundaries the second city in New 
England in population, namely Providence; and has the distinct'on of being the first State that 
engaged in the manufacture of cotton. 

Early Settlement of New England, 

From the time of the discovery of the northern part of the American continent by Cabot more 
than a century passed before any successful efforts were made by the English to plant colonies. 




PILST OFFICE AND CHAPIN BLOCK. 

In 1584, it will be remembered, Sir Walter Raleigh came to what is now the New England portion 
ot North America, and his flattering account of it obtained for it the name Virginia, given by Queea 
Elizabeth in honor of herself. E.aleigh spent ne.arly $200,000 in vain attempts to colonize Virginia 
and abandoned the project. 

Captain John Smith in 1614 made explorations from Penobscot to Cape Cod. Whether as some 
authorities state. Prince Charles was deeply pleased with a map and reports of the coast presented to 
him by Captain Smith and thus was led to change the name of the territory described from Virginia 
to New England, or whether as other authorities briefly state the name New England was given by 
Captain Smith himself, the fact remains that the name was changed at that time. 



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The first grant from the crown under which actual settlements were made in North America 
was given by James I. and was dated April 10, 1606. Comprising the portion of country lying 
between lat. 34° and 4'>° it divided the thus described territory into two parts called North and South 
Virginia. To the London Company was granted right to make settlements in South Virginia, while 
the Plymouth Company was authorized to do the same in North Virginia, or between lat. 38° and 
45°. 

In a later patent granted by James I. in 1620 to the Plymouth company the country was described 
as lying between lat. 40° and 48° from North to South, and extending throughout the main land from 
sea to sea: the name given was that of " New England in America." Practically, the designation 
New England has always been applied to that part of the country lying east of New York. It has 



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never been a political unit; its States have never been isolated from the other States; and yet aa most 
of the colonies planted there were founded by men who held nearly the same views and opinions, and 
as they were closely associated and in some respects differed from other Colonies and States in 
organization and institutions, there has been peculiar fitness and convenience in this distinctive 
designation. 




HIGH SCHOOL. 

In the same year 1620 that James I. gave the last described patent granting the Plymouth Com- 
pany the right to the country called " New England in America," the Puritan colony of Plymouth 
was formed and obtained a patent from the South Virginia Company. They had left England in 
1608 in pursuit of religious liberty. They had lived in Holland eleven years. During that time the 
number of Puritans had increased in England. Unhappy in Holland they determined to come to 
America. Under great disadvantages anil difficulties they set sail from England September 6, 1020, in 
the Mayflower. They reached Cape Cod November 9, and anchored in the roadstead of the present 
Provincetown. Discovering that they were outside the limits of the South Virginia patent; reflect- 
ing that they h.ad no right to the soil, and destitute of powers of government, they entered into a 
voluntary contract as follows : 

"We, [etc.] do, by these presents solemnly and mutually, in the presence of God and of one 
another, covenant and combine ourselves together, into a civil body politic for our better ordering and 
preservation, and furtherance of the end aforesaid; and by virtue hereof, to enact, constitute and 
frame such just and equal laws, ordinances, acts, constitutions and offices from time to time, as shall 
be thought most meet and convenient for the general good of the colony: unto which we promise all 
due submission and obedience." 



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Was there not here an incipient American Constitution? The little company including women 
and children numbered 101. Having made their civil contract they set about examining the coast 
and at length decided to settle at a place which they named Plymouth. Here they landed December 
11, 1620. Without dwelling upon so familiar a story one or two points may be touched upon. Con- 
ceded to be the founders of New England, space has here been taken to quote the civil compact of 
the Pilgrim Fathers. Before they left England they formed a contract with merchants there the 
terms of which covered seven years. By this agreement they were bound to carry on all their 



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commerce in common. Notwitbstamling the mortality resulting from cruel exposures, unsuitable 
food, inclement cold, fatigues and hardships, and which reduced their number nearly one-half iu 
about four months, at the end of seven years the shares were bought in by the colonists and the joint 
property was divided among them. 




0EE.41) INSTITUTE. 

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Their government was administered by a Governor chosen annually by tlie people, and seven per- 
sons who were called " assistants," elected in the same manner. In 1G39 a House of Representatives 
was established. The political affairs of the Plymouth colony became connected with those of other 
colonies, especially with those of the Massachusetts colony witii which it became incorporated iu 
1792. 

Some marked differences between the governments of the New England colonies and those of 
the other colonies may be noticed. The New England colonies hail charter governments : tliose of 
other colonies were royal or proprietory. In New England the government and ownership was in the 




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colonists. In tbe other colonies government and ownership were in the crown or proprietors, or else 
the government was vested in one and the property in the other. The strenuous defence of civil as 
well as religious liberty on the part of the Turitans, as well as their love of education, is too well 
known to require reference. It was hut ten years after the settlement of Massachusetts that Harvard 
College was founded. The legislature of Massachusetts passed a law in 1647 that every town having 
fifty families should provide a school. Connecticut passed a similar law in 1660. In New Haven 
and Plymouth nearly the same provisions for schools were made. The organizations of church 
societies were simple and democratic in conception. Their municipal system had peculiar features. 




AUDIENCE KOOM, MECHANICS HAXL. 

Thug while the British Parliament was questioning the king's right to give such privileges as the 
patent of 1620 conveyed the Plymouth Company, the Puritans landed and made the first permanent 
settlement without any charter at all. Other settlers of the same religious views came from England 
and joined them and in 16.30 they numbered about 300. Ten years after their arrival the Company in 
England granted to the Plymouth settlers a title to the land they occupied. 

Of the many ineffectual, attempts to establish settlements; of the trials of the early settlers, 
their relations with the Mother Country, with the Indians and with other colonies, and all that led to 
the Eevolution, nothing can here be said. The first permanent settlement in New England, made in 
Massachusetts, the oldest and most important of the New England States, has been briefly outlined. 

At the time of the English settlement the territory of Massachusetts was occupied by five Algon- 
quin tribes. The Pennacooks were in the north-east, or in other words in a part of New Hampshire. 
The Massachusetts were on the bay which still bears their name. In the Cape Cod region dwelt the 
Nausets. West of them and in the South-east were the Pokandkets or Wampanoags. The Massa- 
chusetts colony had friendly relations with the Massachusetts and the Pennacooks. Indeed of all 
these tribes the Nausets alone were unfriendly, and with even these the Plymouth Colony made a 



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SCOTT'S BLOCK. 




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460 JIAIN' STUEET. 



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treaty of peace. With Massasoit, a chief of tlie Pokandliets (or Wampanoags) whose dominious 
included nearly all the southern part of Massachusetts and whose tribe was ouce estimated to be 
30,000 in number, a treaty of peace and mutual protection was made. For fifty years this treaty was 
sacredly kept. In the United States census of 1870 only 151 Indians are returned from Massachu- 
setts. 




JONAS G. CLAKK BLOCK. 

The Massachusetts Bay Colony was founded in 1626 and 1630 and was later united with the 
Plymouth Colony. At one time Maine and Nova Scotia were united with the Plymouth Colony and 
included in its government. New Hampshire once formed a part of Massachusetts. New England 
has been eminently a commercial country. Before the general peace in Europe in 1S15, during long 
wars the flag of the United States became the only passport between contending powers. In 1870 
the population of New England was 3,487,924. 

County of Worcester. 

Larger than the entire State of Rhode Island and having a population greater than that of the 
State of Delaware, the beautiful and fertile County of Worcester, the_ largest in Massachusetts, 
crosses the State from New Hampshire on the North to the States of Connecticut and Rhode Island 
on the South. On the West it is bounded by the Counties of Franklin, Hampshire and Hampden, 
and East by Norfolk and Middlesex Counties. Well watered and undulating in surface, Wachusett 
Mountain, a popular summer resort, is its highest elevation. Nature in a bountiful mood seems to 
have lavished her favors on this fair tract where agriculture, commerce and manufactures harmoni- 
ously exert their respective activities. Scarcely a town is to be found that is not supplied with ample 
water power. Viewed by rivers and railroads, teeming with luxuriant and varied products of the 
soil, gemmed with populous and beautiful towns which are centres of industry and enterprise, and in 
rapid communication from every section with the State capital and with centres of trade in all parts 
of the United States, this county in the most commercial State in the Union is perhaps without a 
peer. 

Among its rivers are the Blackstone, the Quinnebaug, Nashua, Ware, Miller's and Mill. In 
1870 the population was 182,706, and in 1880 the census gave the County 226,897. 



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City of Worcester. 
Approaching Worcester by either of its .ix lines of railroads, all of which arrive at the handsome 
nnd commodious Union passenger depot, the traveller gets pleasing glimpses of one of the most 
charming cities in America. Beautiful for situation, the attention of the first settlers from the east 





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^as at a very early date directed to this locality by the favorable description of the first committee of 
explorers sent out by the government. In the report of this committee the tract wa^ spoken of as 
one capable of supplying thirty or perhaps sixty families. To-day the city has an area of about thir- 
ty-six square miles. Its population in 1763 was 1,478 ; in 1800 it was 2,411 ; in 1820, 2,962 ; in 1830, 





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4,173; in 1840, 7,497; in 1850, 17,049; in 1860, 24,960; in 1870, 41,105; of these 11,940 were foreign- 
ers, 1,963 being natives of British America, and 8,389 natives of Ireland. In 1S75 the population 
was 49,265; in 1880, 58,291, and in 1885, 68,383, divided as follows: 







MALE. 


FEMALE. 




MALE. 


FEMALE. 


Ward 1, 


- 


3,482 


3,552 


Ward 5, 


6,.372 


6,217 


Ward 2, 


- 


5,309 


.5,323 


Ward 6, 


3,228 


3,.5.54 


Ward 3, 


- 


4,068 


4,388 


Ward 7, 


3,518 


4,108 


Ward 4, 


- 


4,069 


4,031 


Ward 8, 


2,972 


3,532 


is estimated the 


city now 


has a population of about 73,000. 







Relative Position. 

Worcester, which is the shire town of Worcester County, is forty miles W. S. W. of Boston; 
fifty-three miles E. N. E. of Springfield; seventy-nine miles from Hartford, Ct. ; one hundred and 
fifty-six from Albany, K. T. ; fifty-nine from Norwich, Ct. ; forty-three from Providence, R. I. ; 
twenty-six from Fitchburg; and forty-nine from Lowell. 

Historical Outline. 

The original territory of Worcester which was laid out and granted by the General Court to 
Daniel Gookin and others in 1667, was about eight miles square. In 1674 the Indian title to the 
territory was purchased for the sum of twelve pounds lawful money. The first settler was Ephraim 




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Curtis from Sudbury. He settled here in 1670, before the Indian title to the soil had been obtained. 
His lands are still in possession of his descendants. A settlement was started here in 1675. It was 
called " the village of Quonsigamog." King Phillip's war broke out in the same year and the new 
settlers fled from their homes to escape the infuriated savages. On December 2 of the same year the 
Indians burned the buildings already abandoned by the first settlers of Worcester. 

Two years later (1678) the General Court Committee ordered the original settlers to return and 
co-operate in building for self defence. This they feared to do. Great efforts were made in 1683 and 
1684 to induce a permanent settlement, and in 1085 about twenty-five persons were living here. 
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the inhabitants ; the next fact recorded being that of the commencement of the permanent settlement 
of Worcester, October 21,1713, by Jonas Rice on Sagatabscot Hill. Alone with his family in the 
wilderness, as it was then, this solitary pioneer remained until 1715. The first male child Adonijah 
Rice was born November 7, 1714. Constantly annoyed by savages for many years the growth of the 
town nevertheless advanced from this time. 

The first church edifice was built in Worcester in 1719. A church was organized. The Rev. 
Andrew Gardner was ordained. The territory of neighboring towns became included in Worcester. 
At this time there were Indian towns on Tatnuck and Boggachoag Hills. On the eastern border of 
Worcester is a small lake about seven miles in length which still bears the Indian name Quinsigamond. 
The Indians applied this name also to the neighboring territory. In 1718 the town contained fifty- 
eight dwelling houses. "Some" it is said, "were furnished with windows of diamond glass." In 
others the light was admitted " through the dim transparency of oiled paper." Worcester was incor- 
porated a town June 14, 1722. 




MUTUAL INS. CO. LINCOLN BLOCK. 

In 17.31 Worcester became the shire town of tbe county. The necessary county business and 
the presence of the courts contributed to the prosperity of the town, but for many years agriculture 
was the principal support. Lancaster in vain petitioned the General Court to remove some of the 
courts to that place. In 1732 the first court-house was built. It was of wood, thirty-six by twenty- 
six feet, with thirteen feet posts. In 17-31 another larger building, thirty-six by forty feet, was 
erected, and was in use forty years. It was moved to the corner of Green and Franklin streets, 
where it still stands. Two edifices are now in use. The first which was built at a cost of twenty 
thousand dollars in 1801 now stands in the rear of its original site and in a line with the court-house 
built in 1845. This last named structure is of Quincy granite : its cost was one hundred thousand 
dollars. 

Until the close of the century the French and Indian wars and the great struggle of the Revolu- 
tion the interest of Worcester's history was, like tliat of other towns at the time, chiefly military. It 
is claimed to have been one of the most patriotic of American towns. The first time the Declaration 
of Independence was read publicly in Massachusetts it was read in Worcester by Isaiah Thomas, on 
the balcony over the steps of the Old South Church. 

To the same Mr. Thomas belongs the honor of having established the first printing press in 
the town, and the first printing done was the printing of The Massachusetts Spij, dated May 3, 1775, 
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In 1812 Tke American Antiquarian Society was founded. One of its first benefactors was Isaiah 
Thomas, L L. D., wlio in 1820 built a spacious hall for its cabinet of antiquities and its library which 
numbered about 12,000 volumes of American publications, especially books relating to American 
history. A handsome brick building for their library and offices has since been built on the hill north 
of the Court House by the society : its cost was $15,000. Mr. Thomas not only published the first 
newspaper in the town, but a few years after he published the first Bible in America. Born in Bos- 
ton, January 19, 1749, this liberal and well beloved patriot died in Worcester, April 4, 1831. 

Worcester was incorporated a city, February 29, 1848. 

In 1882 she ranked fourth in size among the New England cities, Boston, Providence and New 
Haven then exceeding Worcester. 

The history of her manufacturing interests will be found elsewhere. 

Bird's Eye View of Worcester. 

The first view of Worcester in its magnitude with its diversified landscapes, almost fabulous 
manufacturing industries, varied and beautiful architecture, villa-like residences, charming drives and 
multiplied hills with verdure clad, where homes wander off at will and gleam out like sweet surprises, 
strikes the beholder as something almost phenomenal in beauty. 

In the valley, the teeming industries, which are the functional, vital organs of this royal munici- 
pal organism, have their place; while the social, educational, home and recreative life climbs each 
year further up upon the hills. The homes that linger in tJie valuable business portion of the town 
are in no wise crowded together however, more or less yard and lawn always being indulged in, as a 
rule, and variety of style and shape is so marked that seldom are two houses seen that seem alike. In 
the centre of the city may be seen the Green, covering several acres, and attracting large gatherings 
in summer by band concerts as well as grateful shade and room for children's play. Here is erected a 
soldier's monument by Randolph Rogers, and a monument to Timothy Bigelow, a revolutionary 
officer. 

The streets are wide and pleasant. The principal business street, called Main Street, is a broad 
straight avenue shaded with beautiful trees and about two miles in length. Here with all the busy 
rush of the busiest nineteenth century life pressing in on every side, you may step into the building 
which was long known as the Exchange Hotel, built in 1784, and which is still in existence and 
under the same name, and standing near the Court house. This hotel was the favorite stopping 
place for people attending the courts, and here General Washington breakfasted on his way through 
New England after his inauguration as President. Here too Lafayette was entertained on his way 
from the West to Boston to assist iu laying the corner stone of Bunker Hill monument, June 17, 
1825. 

Educational. 

The general excellence, thorough instruction and wide range of the educational advantages of 
Worcester have made themselves felt not only in the character and trained ability of the native 
citizens who have gone forth from her institutions as representative men, but have also added to the 
attractions of the city as a place of residence. Large and generous action on the part of the city 
government has developed a superior system of free public schools which includes a classical and high 
school, twenty-two graded schools, ten suburban schools, five evening schools, and an evening drawing 
school. In certain and diverse lines of manufacture Massachusetts holds the first rank as a manu- 
facturing State : she is also specially noted for the great extent of her manufactures in other depart- 
ments. Perhaps this is one reason that so much general training in drawing and practical instruction 
in mechanical arts .attract a visitor's attention here. 



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PromiQent among the city's superior institutions is one of unique cliaracter and great practical 
advantages. It is the Worcester County Free Institute of Industrial Science, and has its headquarters 
in the beautiful building known as Boynton Hall. The object of this Technical School is to furnish 
instruction in mechanics and in other branches of applied science in so practical and thorough a 
manner that graduates shall be fitted to enter at once upon their vocation. The Institute was opened 
in 1868. The regular course is three years. In 187.5 seventy-three members had graduated and of that 
number sixty were occupying honorable and renumerative positions for which the Institute had fitted 
them. In founding this school in 186.5 as a free school for the County of Worcester, John Boynton of 
Templeton seems to have been moved by much the same spirit that actuated Peter Cooper in found- 
ing Cooper Institute in New Yorli City. Mr. Boynton gave it $100,000 on condition that the city 
should erect suitable buildings. It was further endowed by Ichabod Washburn and by the City of 
Worcester. It has received §50,000 from the State of Massachusetts and $200,000 from Stephen 
Salisbury of Worcester. 

Students, to the number of twenty, who live in the State, though resident outside the County 
are also entitled to free instruction, on account of the gift of money from the State. Nor do the limits 
stop here. Students from any other place are admitted upon consideration of a small tuition fee. 

Some of the ablest and most influential men in Worcester County belong to the Board of 
Trustees which has the general direction of the Institute. 

An outline description of the buildings occupied will perhaps best delineate the character of the 
school. Boynton Hall has a chapel with seating capacity for four hundred ; it also has a lecture room. 
In the rear of these are store-room and private laboratory, also store and balance rooms with tables, 
re-agents, and everything required by students. It has a fully equipped laboratory for instruction in 
chemistry: also a physical laboratory supplied with power from the shop and adapted to the use of 
students in the practical solution of problems in physics. This laboratory contains Willis' system of 
apparatus, "complete working machines to illustrate the movements of the link and valve; C. H. 
Morgan's machine for showing the correct form of curves and their movements, models of bridges, 
thermic, optical and galvanic apparatus to meet every want; two commodious drawing rooms, one for 
free-hand, the other for mechanical drawing, with model rooms, where are the best French and 
English plates, manuscript drawings, models, casts, etc." There' is also a Designer's room and an 
Architect's room, with commodious recitation rooms and office: also a library and reading room. A 
full set of instruments is provided for the use of civil engineers. 

The Washburn Machine Shop, costing about $80,000, was given by Ichabod Washburn, and is 
designed to give students in this department a practical knowledge of the use of tools and the man- 
agement of machinery. Here is found the best tools and machinery for working iron and wood. 
The shop is managed like any other shop, the superintendent employing a sufficient number of skilled 
workmen. Students spend their practice hours in it as apprentices. In addition to the general 
training in drawing, the mechanical engineers during their senior year have special instruction in 
making working drawings of machines, determining the strength, dimensions and correct proportions 
of machines from numerical specifications, and in the laws of motors. The superintendent has been 
very successful in carrying out his determination to maintain the highest standard of workmanship. 
The work of this shop has taken first premiums at the American Institute Fair in New York and at 
other Fairs. The gold medal was awarded the speed lathe designed and built at this shop, by the 
Baltimore Fair. 

The State Normal School. 

The thorough preparation of teachers for the public schools is secured in the State Normal School 
whose handsome building commands from its elevated site a wide view of beautiful scenery for many 
miles around. In order to be admitted young men must be not less than seventeen years of age, and 



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young women not less than sixteen. They must successfully pass a thorough examination in elemen- 
tary studies, and the free instruction and free use of text books are given in consideration of their 
intention of teaching in the public schools of Massachusetts after graduating. The admission of 
students talses place in September and February only, at the beginning of each semi-annual session 
when the examinations take place. 

The High School. 

The High School Building is situated on a lot containing 31,672 square feet and extending from 
Walnut to Maple streets. It is one hundred and thirty by eighty-seven feet, and has nine school 
rooms, each about tliirty feet square, and has accommodations for about five hundred scholars. It 
has also a large library, a lecture room and chemical laboratory, a room for philosophical apparatus 
and a room for the principal's use, which is provided with bells and speaking tubes communicating 
with all parts of the building. Ten teachers are employed, seven of whom are women. On the 
second story are private rooms for teachers and two additional recitation rooms. The third floor has 
a large hall seventy-six by sixty-two feet. Nor is physical culture forgotten, a gymnasium finding 
place in the basement. The bell in the tower costing $1000, was a gift from William Dickinson, Esq., 
and the clock and twelve smaller ones in the building costing collectively the same amount were 
presented by the Hon. Edward Earle. A Chickering grand piano, costing $1200, was given by 
Stephen Salisbury. The building itself cost $180,000, not counting the price of the lot. In the city 
there are thirty-four school houses having sittings for 7951 scholars. 

Worcester Academy. 

Worcester Academy (Baptist) is delightfully situated on Union Hill. It was established in 1834, 
and has especially commodious and attractive buildings. This institution has four departments 
of instruction. First: a College preparatory course which covera four years, and in which the instruc- 
tion is in the Latin and Greek classics and such other studies as is required preparatory to entering 
college. Second: an Academic course for ladies and gentlemen which also covers four years; this 
course is for those who do not intend to enter college hut who propose to enter upon professional 
study or business life ; the students take Greek if they desire to. Third : an English course also 
covering four years, which consists of English studies only, furnishing complete preparation for boys 
intending to enter technical schools and instruction in bookkeeping. Fourth : a preparatory course 
of one year by which students are prepared to enter either of the higher courses. To accommodate 
students who have access to the advantages of the Academy by means of the railroads which centre 
in this city, commutation tickets are sold at greatly reduced rates. Board at the institution table can 
be had at $3.00 per week. Room rent is from $2.50 to $10.00 per term. Fifteen scholarships have 
been endowed here for the benefit of promising scholars who require such help. ^ 

The Oread Institute. 

This remarkable looking building which has the appearance of having stepped out of the middle 
ages, and appropriated the picturesque site which commands a view of the entire city, lias in reality 
been built only about forty years. It is of stone and resembles in architecture the feudal castles of 
song and story. The interior however is not only as spacious as its walls and towers give indication 
of, but tasteful, airy, light and commodious. For more than thirty years it has been one of the most 
popular schools in New England for young ladies. The course of instruction Is about the same for 
its graduates as that of Vassar College and demands four years. "The course of instruction corre- 
sponds with that of the best ladies' seminaries in the country, including the sciences, literature and 
the fine arts. Its peculiar excellence, however, is in the departments of language and literature." 
The expenses, exclusive of music, painting and the modern languages, slightly exceed $300 a year. 



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The Highland Military Academy. 

Upon still another of Worcester's delightful and sightly hills the Highland Military Academy 
with its several buildings finds abundant room for its horseback exercise and military evolutions. 
The Academy has a three years' course of study for young men and a Preparatory course for boys. 
This institution was established in 1856, by Mr. C. B. Metcalf. In 1861 it had outgrown its accom- 
modations, so rapidly did it increase in favor and patronage, and a large building was erected with 
assembly rooms, class rooms, library, armory, laboratory, and cadet quarters. A hospital was also 
fitted up. In 1868 and again in 1874 other buildings were erected. All the rooms are warmed by 
steam. Public rooms and halls are lighted by gas. Officers of the academic staff room in the same 
quarters with the cadets, mess with them, and exercise supervision. The studies, as at West Point, 
are similar to those of high schools and colleges. The first importance is given to the common 
English branches. These and higher English, including surveying, civil engineering and natural 
science are taught by experienced teachers who have previously been successful in high schools or 
grammar schools. In the military department thorough instruction is given in United States 
Infantry tactics, with daily drill and lectures and studies in the theory of tactics ; also instruction in 
United States Artillery tactics, with drill. The entire routine of a military post is constantly main- 
tained with its headquarters, quartermaster department, etc. A knowledge of the staff duties of 
officers is obtained. The military duties require only the time that in many schools is given to play. 

The College of the Holy Cross. 

The College of the Holy Cross stands on high ground in the southern part of the city. It was 
founded in 1843 by the Rt. Eev. B. J. Fenwick, Roman Catholic Bishop of Boston and given by him 
to the fathers of the Society of Jesus. It was incorporated in 1865. The design of the institution is 
to prepare the young men for either professional or commercial life, and the course of study embraces 
seven years ; three years are given to the preparatory and junior classes and four years to the senior. 
French is a part of the regular course ; other modern languages with music and drawing are extra. 
The faculty consists of a President and fourteen professors. 

The Churches. 

As has been noticed In a review of the early settlement of Worcester, the permanent settlement 
of the town was hardly begun before "a meeting house," as it was called, was built (in 1713) and a 
church society was organized, the Kev. Andrew Gardner being the ordained pastor. With the growth 
of the city the churches have correspondingly multiplied, and there are now fifty-one church 
societies in Worcester, nearly all of them having their own place of worship. Of these the largely 
predominating denomination appears to be the Congregational Trinitarian, which have eleven 
churches; the Congregational Unitarian have two; the Methodist Episcopal, nine; the Protestant 
Episcopal, three; the Baptist, eight; the Roman Catholic, seven; the Society of Friends, one; the 
Second Advent, one; the Universalist, two; the Christian, one; Free Baptist, one; Christadelphians, 
one; "French Reformed," one; Children of Israel, one; Lutheran, one; Presbyterian, one; 
Plymouth Brethren, besides numerous Chapels. 

The following is a list of the Churches: 

First Parish (Old South Church), Congregational Trinitarian; on the Common. 
Founded in 1716. Central Church, Congregational Trinitarian; Salisbury Street. Founded 
in 1820. Union Church, Congregational Trinitarian; Front Street. Founded 1836. Salem 
Street Church, Congregational Trinitarian; Salem Square. Founded 1848. Summer Street 
Church, Congregational Trinitarian ; Summer Street, cor. Bridge. Founded 1865. Plymouth 
Church, Congregational Trinitarian; Pearl Street, cor. Chestnut. Founded 1869. Piedmont 



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Church, Congregational Trinitarian; Main Street, cos-. Piedmont. Founded 1872. Swedes' Congre- 
gational Church, Congregational Trinitarian; Providence Street, near Grafton. Founded 1880. 
Pilgrim Church, Congregational Trinitarian ; Main Street, cor. Gardner. Founded 1885. Church 
OP the Covenant, Congregational Trinitarian; in three sections: Houghton Street, South 
Worcester, Lake View. Founded 1885. 

Second Parish, Congregational Unitarian : Main Street, opposite Market. Founded 1785. 
Church of the Unity, Congregational Unitarian ; Elm Street. Founded 1846. 

First Baptist Church, Baptist ; Salem Square. Founded 1812. Pleasant Street 
Baptist, Baptist; Pleasant Street. Founded 1841. Main Street Baptist Church, Baptist; 
719 Main Street. Founded 18.")3. Dewey Street Church, Baptist ; Dewey Street. Founded 1872. 
Swedish Baptist Church, Baptist ; Normal Street. Founded 1880. French Baptist Congre- 
gation, Baptist ; 98 Front Street. Founded 1881. Lincoln Squarb Baptist Church, Baptist; 
5 Highland Street. Founded 1881. Mount Olive Baptist Church, Baptist; 460 Main Street. 
Founded 1885. 

Free Baptist Church, Free Will Baptist ; 492 Main Street. Founded 1881. 

Trinity M. E. Church, Methodist Episcopal ; Main, cor. Chandler Street. Founded 1830. 
Laurel Street M. E. Church, Methodist Episcopal : Laurel Street. Founded in 1845. African 
M. E. ZiON Church, Methodist Episcopal ; 86 Exchange Street. Founded 1846. Webster Square 
M. E. Church, Methodist Episcopal ; Webster Square. Founded 1860. Bethel African M. E. 
Church, Methodist Episcopal ; Laurel, cor. Hanover. Founded 1867. Grace Methodist Epis- 
copal Free Church, Methodist Episcopal; Walnut Street. Founded 1867. Coral Street 
Church, Methodist Episcopal ; Coral Street. Founded 1872. First Swedish M. E. Church; 
Methodist Episcopal ; at Quinsigamond. Founded 1879. Second Swedish M. E. Church, Meth- 
odist Episcopal; 59 Thomas Street. Founded 1885. 

All Saints' Church, Protestant Episcopal; Irving, cor. Pleasant Street. Founded 1843. 
St. Matthew's Church, Protestant Episcopal; South Worcester. Founded 1871. St. John's 
Church, Protestant Episcopal ; 84 Lincoln Street. Founded 1884. 

Society of Friends, Friends; Oxford Street. Founded 1837. Church op Christ, Christian, 
Main Street, near George. Founded 1860. Children op Israel, Jewish ; 42 Southbridge Street. 
Founded 1877. French Reformed Church, Congregational Independent ; 208 Walker Building. 
Founded 1881. Christadelphian, Christadelphian ; 460 Main Street. Swedish Evangelical 
Gkth. Church, Lutheran; Mulberry, near E. Central. Founded 1881. Second Advent Church, 
Second Advent ; 492 Main Street. Founded 1841. First Universalist Church, Universalist ; 
Pleasant, near Chestnut. Founded 1841. All Souls' Universalist Church, Universalist; 
Kilby Street, near Main. Founded 1884. Presbyterian, Presbyterian; Continental Hall. 
Pounded 1886. Plymouth Brethren ; 425 Main Street. 

St. John's Church, Roman Catholic ; Temple Street. Founded 1846. St. Anne's Church, 
Roman Catholic; Shrewsbury Street. Founded 1855. St. Paul's Church, Roman Catholic; 
Chatham, cor. High. Founded 1869. N'otre Dame des Canadiens, Roman Catholic ; 31 Park 
Street. Founded 1869. Church of the Immaculate Conception, Roman Catholic; Prescott 
Street. Founded 1874. Church of the Sacred Heart, Roman Catholic; Cambridge Street, 
cor. Pitt. Founded 1880. St. Peter's Church, Roman Catholic ; Main Street, cor. Grand. 
Founded 1884. 

Missions. 

Baptist : Quinsigamond Mission. Sustained by First Baptist Church. Hacker Street Mission. 
Sustained by Main Street Baptist Church. Clover Street Mission. Sustained by Main Street Baptist 
Church. French Mission. Sustained by Baptist City Mission Board. 



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Congregational Trinitarian: Park Church. Sustained by Worcester City Missionary 
Society. Has a fine chapel finished in August, 1886, and a church is to be organized at once. Summit 
Mission. Sustained by Worcester City Missionary Society. Northville Library Association Misdon. 
Sustained by Northville Library Association. 

Methodist: Pleasant Street Methodist Mission. Sustained by Trinity Methodist Episcopal 
Church. 

Independent Missions: Adams Square Mission. Sustained by contributions. Austin Stre(t 
Mission. Self-supporting. Lincoln Square Mission. Sustained by contributions. Messenger Hill 
Mission. Self-supporting. 

Undenominational Religious Associations. 

Greendale Sunday School. Tatnuck Union Gospel Baud. Valley Falls Mission. Also Worces- 
ter Association of Spiritualists. 

Worcester has eleven Temperance Societies and a Prohibition Association. 

A long list of noble charities follow the lead of the churches. 

Societies, Libraries and Associations are met vifith on every hand. 

Worcester, as well as Boston, has" her Old 
South Church (to which reference has been 
previously made in connection with the reading, 
for the first time in Massachusetts, of the Dec- 
laration of Independence). It is the oldest 
church, now standing, in the city and was built 
in 1763. It was originally seventy feet long and 
fifty-five feet wide. Its present length since 
enlargement is ninety feet. Its clock is as old 
as the present century, having been made in 
1800. The spirit of "ye olden time" is mir- 
rored in the following inscription upon the hell 
which was cast in 1802 : 

"The living to the Church I call, 
And to the grave I summon all." 

This Interesting and historic Church is a 
wooden structure, and stands on the old Com- 
mon, close beside the City Hall. 

Another very old Church is the Central 
Congregational, in a new and very elegant edi- 
fice on Salisbury street, near Lincoln square. 

One of the largest churches in the city is 
the Salem Street Church (Congregational Trin- 
itarian). It faces the lower' end of the Com- 
mon. It is of brick, and was built in 1848. 

Plymouth Church (Congregational Trinita- 
rian), a very handsome church edifice, challen- 
ges attention from its beauty and conspicuous 
position at the juncture of Pearl and Chestnut 
streets. The height of its granite spire is one 
hundred and ninety-two feet. This church has a fine chime of ten bells, presented to the society by 
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Another remarkably handsome edifice, St. Paul's Church, Roman Catholic, is seen at the corner 
of Chatham and High streets. It is proposed to build a spire upon this edifice, reaching to a height 
of two hundred feet. 

The Second Congregational Church (Unitarian) situated on Court House Hill succeeds two 
former churches built by this society and destroyed by fire since this society was organized in. 1785. 
It is built of brick, coyered with mastic and in appearance represents granite. 




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As a place of Residence. 
As a place of residence Worcester offers the advantages which only a prosperous growing city of 
slow and legitimate growth can give. There is nothing ephemeral or false in the conditions 
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She has not "jobbed" her way to the enviable jiosition she occupies. First by agriculture and then 
by honest and superior labor ministering to the needs of the world in honorable, painstaking indus- 
tries, she has, with the additional aid of commerce, grown naturally into orderly and healthful and 




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ever increasing prosperity. It is impossible to live in a town and not imbibe something of its spirit, 
whether willingly or not. Worcester is healthy, bracing, invigorating, and in its influences public 
spirited and elevating. Every encouragement is accorded to new enterprises. There is not the 




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feverish contagion of restlessness and dissatisfaction that pervades so many cities. Beautiful homes 
have room, and sway, and individuality, with more or less of the green earth pertaining to them and 
room for "vine and fig tree." Historic associations remind of a heroic and patient, earnest past, such 



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as men in the rush of to-day need the bracing influence of. Churches, free schools, and free libraries 
are recognized as necessities where all meet on common ground. Its climate is good; its sanitary- 
provisions superior; its municipal protection efficient. Lighted by gas and electricity, accessible at all 




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points by street railways, and guarded by eflicient police protection, and a thorough fire department, 
cheap taxes and economical living rates, further combine to attract new residents. Building lots for 
mechanics can be purchased at remarkaby low rates and on easy terms. 




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Water Supply. 

The radical defect which mars so many cities and which cancels too often all other advantages, 
namely, imperfect water supply, is happily conspicuous by its absence in Worcester. Both the water 
and the sewage systems are so superior that they win hearty enconiums from the many visitors who 
come to inspect them. The city is supplied with water from a reservoir at Leicester, between four 
and five miles from City Hall. This reservoir covers 143 acres and holds 700,000,000 gallons, with a 
water shed of 1,870 acres. It is at an elevation of 327 feet above the city, and has seventy-five miles 



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service pipes. As this reservoir failed two years ago to supply sufficient water, the city have now, in 
addition, another vast reservoir and independent supply from similar works in Holden. A private 
company brought water into Worcester for the first time in 184") from Bell Pond (formerly known as 
Bladder Pond). In 1848 the city bought and in the following year improved the present water 
works at Leicester. Worcester has over thirty miles of sewers, emptying into Mill Brook and thence 
into Blackstone river. The death rate in Worcester is one of the lowest among the older cities of its 
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The Press. 
Isaiah Thomas, the father of American printers, early in the history of Worcester, left Boston 
and came to this promising town and established The Spj/, a tri-weekly paper. The first Issue was 
printed in 1775, and contained the news of the battle of I-exington. The Spy is still published in 
Worcester. There are in all eleven newspapers published in the city; five dally and six weelsly 
papers as follows: Dailies— Spy, Gazette, Telegram, News, Times. Weeklies— Massachusetts Spy, 



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^gis and Gazette, Home Journal, Le Travailleur, Le Courrier de Worcester — Weekly and Triweekly, 
and a Swedish Paper ; also the Eastern Medical Journal, semi-monthly. 




GODDARD, Fay & Stone, Boot Factoey, 



AX liEED Factory. 



Transportation. 
Worcester, from the first, was advantageously situated. Even in the days of stage coaches and 
when freight was transferred by teaming, Worcester was a centre that foreshadowed present facilities 
of transfer and exchange. When the horn of the stage coach gave place to the shrill whistle of the 
locomotive, then Worcester's capacity for growth and expansion rapidly became manifest. Demand 
for the products of the various manufacturing houses steadily increased after the rails were laid 




iiEYWOorrs boot factory. 
through the wild and hilly country. As early as 1857 it was alleged that one-eighth of all the iron 
wrought in Massachusetts was wrought in Worcester. Products of the industry of the mechanics of 
this inland city was in request far and near. As a result Worcester became better known and 
greater numbers found that it was a good place for employment or business enterprise — a good place 
to live and make homes. Excellent public schools, church privileges, free libraries, and constant 
improvements made it attractive as a place to rear and educate families. With its six railroads, too, 
it was not only a good place to get to, but a good place to get away from when desired. Five of the 
six railroads centering here are main lines. The Boston and Albany road has one of the most impor- 



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tant routes in the United States, joined as it is to the lines running to the Lake States and to Canada, 
while on the East it delivers its freight at the Grand Junction Wharves in East Boston where the 
largest ocean steamships load and unload. In its route not only the grain bearing Interests of the 
West are concerned, but pleasure travel finds some of the most pictiu-esque and charming scenery in 
the United States. 



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The Union Passenger Depot where all the railroads centre is a well adapted and substantially 
built structure having a double iron roof, each section being 125 feet in width, 50 feet in height and 
four hundred and fifty feet in length. It is supported by eight wrought iron trestles, resting on case 
iron columns, eighteen Inches in diameter and thirty feet high, and also upon the walls of the build- 
ing which are of granite. The architectural effect of the exterior, which is extremely pleasing, is 
heightened by the expressive tower with its windows, clock and weather vane. 



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E. \V. VAILL'S CIIAIB FACTORY. 

City Govermnent. 

The government of the city of Worcester Is vested in the Mayor, Board of Aldermen and 
Common Council. 

The Hon. Samuel Winslow is the present Mayor. 

The Board of Aldermen is composed of eight members, one from each of the eight wards inta 
which the city is divided. They are elected for a term of two years. For the present term they are 
as follows : 




ltESlDi.:sLh OF K. 



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President, 
Tekms Expiue January 1887. 
Ward 1. J. Lewis Ellsworth. 
" 3. Andrew Athy. 
" 5. John R. Thayer, 
" 7. Edward O. Parker. 



John R. Thayer. 

Terms ExriuE January 18hh. 
Ward 2. Samuel A. Porter. 
" 4. Lucius L. Brigham. 
" 6. EUery B. Crane. 
" 8. Thomas M. Rogers. 



The Clerk of the Board of Aldermen is the City Clerk, ex -officio. 




KESIDENCB OF A. MACULLAR. 
The Common Council, also elected for two years, consists of twenty-four memhers, three from 
•each ward, and is as follows : 



President, 
Terms Exitre January, 1887. 
Ward \. Pembroke S. Rich. 

" 2. M. D. Gilman, Or>an A. Kelley. 
" 3. Michael D. Iloulihan. 
" 4. John J. White, John E. Bradley. 
" ."). William S. O'Brien. 
" 6. William F. Bancroft, J. W. Plaisted. 
" 7. Edward I. Comins. 
'" 8. Henry Mellen, William L. Robinson. 

The following are the names of some of the other municipal officers : 



Edward I. Comins. 

Terms Expire January, 1888. 
Ward 1. Henry C. Wheaton, Jos. P. Cheney, jr. 
" 2. William W. Scott. 
" 3. William J. Ratigan, James C. Luby. 
" 4. James Early. 

" 5. Patrick J. Quinn, William O'Connell. 
" 6. Lyman A. Ely. 

" 7. Arthur E. Dennis, Charles F. Mann. 
" 8. Cephas N. Walker. 



City Solicitor, 

Auditor, - - . 

City Clerk, 

Treasurer and Collector, 

Deputy Collector, ... 

City Engineer, ... 

Commissioner of Highways, 

Superintendent of Public Buildings, 

City Physician, ... 

Superintendent of Sewers, 



Frank P. Goulding. 

Henry Griffin. 

Enoch H. Towne. 

William S. Barton. 

Reuben Champion. 

Charles A. Allen. 

Luciau B. Stone. 

Charles H. Peck. 

Lemuel F. Woodward. 

- R. H. Chamberlain. 



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These officers are chosen annually in January by the City Council, with the exception of the- 
Deputy Collector and City Physician, the former being appointed annually by the Treasurer and. 
Collector, and the latter appointed tri-annually in January by the Mayor and Aldermen. 

Registrars of Voters, the City Clerk, ex-officio, Enoch H. Towne, Republican ; Francis Plunkett^ 
Democrat, (term expires May 1, 1888); George H. Mellen, Republican, (term expires May 1, 1886)-, 
Richard Matthews, Democrat, chairman, (term expires May 1, 1887.) 

This Board was established by act of Legislature of 1884. Two members are appointed from, 
each of the largest two political parties, triennially in March or April by the Mayor and Aldermen. 

Park Commissioners, Edward W. Lincoln, (term expires May 1890); O. B. Hadwen, (termi 
expires 18S9); Stephen Salisbury, (term expires 1887); J. Evarts Greene, (term expires May 1886. > 
Appointed by the Mayor for a term of five years. 




EESIDENCK OF HON. GEORGE S. BARTON. 

Commissioners of Sinking Funds, Edward L. Davis, (term expires January 1, 1889); Henry A. 
Marsh, (term expires January 1, 1888); Samuel Woodward, (term expires January 1, 1887.)' 
Chosen by concurrent vote triennially. 

The following standing committees consisting of two Aldermen on each committee, arc 
appointed by the Mayor: Assessments for Street Betterments; Assessments for Sewers; Enrollment;, 
Bills in Second Reading; Elections and Returns. 

Standing Committees appointed by the President of the Common Council, and consisting each. 
of three members of the Common Council, are as follows: Bills in Second Reading; Enrollment; 
Elections and Returns. 

The following joint standing committees of the Board of Aldermen and Common Council are 
appointed by the Mayor and the President of the Common Council — except the Committee of Public 
Works and except the Committee on Finance: Fire Department; Finance; Claims; Water; Sewers; 
Education; Printing; Lighting Streets; Highways and Sidewalks; Charities; Military Affairs; Public: 
Buildings; Ordinances; Public Works; Mayor's Inaugural and Unfinished Business. 

Finance: to the joint standing committee on Finance the Board of Aldermen elects two members,, 
and the Common Council three members ; the Mayor and the President of the Common Council are: 
members ex-ofiBciis. 



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YOUNG MEN'S CHKISTIAN ASSOCIATION BUILDING. 

Erected 1886. 

Public Works: the joint standing committee on Public Works is composed of the chairmen, 
both on the part of the Aldermen, and of the Common Council, of the Committees on Water; on 
Sewers; on Highways and Sidewallis; ou Fire Department; and on Lighting Streets; with the 
Mayor and the President of the Council, each ex-offieio. 

The Mayor is also a member of the joint committees on Claims, Education, Water and Sewers. 



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Police Department. 

Appointed by the Mayor and Aldermen in January. Central Police Station, Waldo Street. 
City Marshal, W. Ansel Washburn; Assistant Marshals, Friewaldau C. Thayer, Amos Atkinson; 
Captain Night Police, David A. Matthews. Station No. 2, Lamarline Street. Day Sergeant, S. W. 
Kanger; Night Sergeant, Mathew J. Walsh; Probation Ofhcer, Amos Atkinson; Inspectors, Reuben 
M. Colby, Patrick O'Day. There are seventy-one patrolmen. Twenty constables are appointed 
annually by the Mayor. 

Fire Department. 

The offices are at Engine House, 10 Bigelow Court. The ofBcers are chosen annually in Decem- 
ber, by City Council, in convention. 

Chief Engineer, Simon E. Coombs; Assistant Engineers, Edwin L. Vaughn, George S. Coleman, 
Carl E. Noyes, Henry E. Robbins ; Clerk, George S. Coleman. There are fifteen companies and 
sixty-six alarm boxes. 

Fire Alarm Telegraph : the Fire Alarm Telegraph is under charge of joint standing com- 
mittee on Fire Department. Superintendent, Charles M. Mills. The telegraph, which cost $17,000, 
was accepted by the city in 1871. "Alarm is given instantly from the Alarm Boxes to the office of 
the Fire Department, to each of the engine houses, to the house of each engineer, and at the police 
office, the number of taps indicating the box from which the alarm is given." 

Worcester Protective Department. Insurance Fire Patrol. This organization was 
■jicorporated in 1875. Charles B. Pratt is the President. It is supported by the Insurance Companies 
doing business in Worcester, for the protection of property from damage by fire and water. Two 
Babcock Extinguishers are carried, also forty rubber covers, brooms, pails, sponges, etc., etc. 

Street Lights. 

Worcester has 702 gas lamps; 1,373 oil lamps, supplied with naptha; and 76 electric lights. 
Total cost of lighting streets in 1S85, including repairs and new posts, was $.54,129.01. 

City Transit. 

Convenient and varied means of city transit are supplied by street railways, stages and omnibus 
lines. 

Beautiful and attractive as Worcester is, she is not confined within boundary limits. Like oft 
quoted charity she " '■ begins at home,' but does not stay there." Well known firms in New York and 
elsewhere are known to have their residences in Massachusetts, and Massachusetts when it Is in this 
connection literally translated, is often found to mean Worcester. The great variety and extent of 
her manufactures naturally lead to the establishment of offices and ware houses at great centres 
where her ministry of use is active in supplying the great markets. Not only does she produce goods 
in the line of the manufacture of boots and shoes to the value of about $2,.J0O,O0O annually, but her 
products include a diversity of goods which it is difficult to catalogue briefly. Among her manufac- 
tures may be mentioned the following: agricultural implements, rolling mill and foundry products, 
m,achinery, machinist's tools, stone ware, nails, carpets, belting, boilers, machine needles and pegging 
awls, wire works, horse collars, machine screws and cards, cotton thread, yarn, etc. ; copperas, spin- 
dles, spokes, steel rails, blankets, felt goods, cotton cards, card clothing, drills, files, cement pipe, 
water meters, envelopes, musical instruments, firearms and jewelry. 



CITY OF WORCESTER, 



That portion of this work devoted to Worcester contains reference to the leading and representa- 
tive houses engaged in tlie city, afibrding a very forcible illustration of the extensive and varied business 
interests that are here centered. Special attention is directed to these houses, with the belief that tliey 
afford exceptional facilities for meeting all demands of trade, and they are all worthy of the fullest and 
most cordial sujjport. 



The Worcester Safe Deposit and 

Trust Company, No. 44.S Main Street. — This 
important and well-equipped institution was in- 
corporated in 1869, and since its opening has 
steadily grown in public favor as a place of abso- 
lute security for de[)Osits of funds, securities, papers, 
and valuables of all kinds. Tlie premises occupied 
are in the four-story building at No. 44S Main 
street. The property belongs to the company, and 
is specially arranged for the accommodation of the 
business. The vault is impregnable to burglars, 
and vigilantly guarded night and day. It contains 
a large number of safes, each provided with a 
special lock and key, and the latter placed in the 
custody of the renter, who can have ready access 
to what he may have deposited at any time during 
business hours. Every precaution is taken to secure 
immunity from loss, and the concern has never 
suffered from fraud or imposition. Wills, deeds of 
property ortrust, mortgages, notes, contracts, powers 
of attorney, vouchers, certificates, money, plate, 
jewelry, and personal effects of every description 
are kept in safe storage for any length of time at a 
cost that renders the vault of the company the 
cheapest as well as the best insurance in the world. 
Under the act of incorporation this company is 
made a legal depository for administrators, execu- 
tors, assignees, guardians, or trustees, covirts of law, 
equity, probate, or insolvency, and they may de- 
posit or direct any moneys, property, i)apers. docu- 
ments, or evidences of debt to be deposite<l with it. 
The Worcester Safe Deposit iuid Trust Company 
also receives money on deposit subject to check at 
sight, and allows interest on daily balances averag- 
ing one hundred dollars and upward. Particularly 
favorable rates are given on time depos'*s. Divi- 
dends are collected, coujions cashed, orders filled 
for the purchase or sale of stocks, bonds, and other 
securities in the New York or Boston markets, and 
general collections made at all the principal points 
in the Union on the lowest terras. The strictest 
confidence is maintained by the company in all 
transactions. The capital is $200,000. The follow- 
ing is a list of the officers and directors, and it will 
be seen that it contains some of the best known 
and most substantial names in the city: George M. 
Rice, president; Edward F. Bisco, secretary and 
treasurer; Samuel H. Clary, assistant secretary; 
George M. Rice, (ieorge S. Barton, Suinuer Pratt, 
Benjamin Walker, Warren Williams, .Vdia Thayer, 
John H. Goes, Hiram Fobes, directors. 



J. H. Clarke &Co., Wholesale and Retail 
Dealers in Dry Goods, Fashionable Cloak and Dress- 
making, No. 3.5o Main Street. — No branch of the 
wholesale and retail trade of the city of \Vorce.ster 
has been conducted with greater vigor and discre- 
tion and with more substantial results tlian that 
compi'ising dry goods. Prominent among tlie 
leading houses engaged in this business is that of 
Messrs. J. H. Clarke & Co., wholesale and retail 
dealers in dry goods, etc, whose salesrooms are 
located at No. 3-53 Main street. This business was 
originally established in Main street in 1847 by 
Newcoml), Thayer & Clarke, who were succeeded 
by the firm of .John B. Clarke & Co. Eventually, 
in 18.53, the present firm of J. H. Clarke & Co. 
assumed the management, and have since the above 
named date greatly exteniled the business. The 
members of this copartnership are Messrs. J. H. 
Clarke, H. A. Johnston, and C. H. Carpenter, all of 
whom are thoroughly experienced business men, 
and possess an intimate knowledge of every detail 
of the dry goods trade and the requirements of the 
market. The premises occupied are spacious, and 
are admirably equipped with every facility and ap- 
]iliance for the accommodation and display of the 
large and valuable stoc'k, which is unrivaled for 
quality, elegance, and general excellence by that 
of any other contemporary first-class house in New 
England. The firm have brought into every-day 
practice a thoroughly efficient system of organiza- 
tion, whicli c(5n(luces greatly to the successful pro- 
secution of this extensive business. The house 
makes a specialty of fashionable cloak and dress- 
making. .Vll cloaks and suits made by Messrs. J. 
H. Clarke it Co. are produced after the latest Paris 
fashions, many being specially imported as samples. 
The latest novelties in lailies' walking-jackets, 
jerseys, etc., are found here in great variety, all 
quoted at the firm's u.sually low prices- Thirty ex- 
perienced and efficient assistants and salesladies, etc, 
are employed, and the trade of the house is princi- 
pally with the refined and wealthy classes of society. 
Mr. J. II. Clarke is a native of Marlboro, Mr. II. A. 
.Johnston of Hallowell, and Mr. C. H. Cariienter of 
Worcester. All the partners during their active 
career have won a measure of popularity, confi- 
dence, and respect in Worcester second to no other 
members of commercial circles, and justly merit 
the large patronage obtained in the dry goods 
trade. The house of J. II. Clarke & Co. is indeed 
entitled to the advanced position occupied. 

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State Mutuiil Life Assurance Coni- 
pauy of Worcester, Massachusetts, 

Office, No. 2-l() Main Street.— In tliis intelligent 
age the necessity of insuring one's life is no longer 
a debatable question. It is now recognized as an 
absolute duty. A matter likewise of the greatest 
importance is tlie selection of a good company, and 
one ill every respect wcirtliy of public contidence. 
Such a company is the justly popular "State Mutual 
Life Assurance Company" of Worcester, Mass., 
which was duly incorporated forty years ago. 
Among the elements which have contributed to the 
steady growth of this sterling old company and to 
its increasing favor witli insurers are its liberal con- 
tracts and generous dealing with policy holders, 
together with the issuance of all safe and desirable 
forms of policy. Tiie fact tliat large accessions 
have been latterly made to its business shows that 
prudent men are becoming more and more con- 
vinced that insurance in such a company as the 
State Mutual of Worcester affords not only the 
safest but one of the most profitable investments 
that can be made. The following gentlemen, well 
known in tinancial and mercantile circles for their 
integritv, energy, and executive ability, are the 
officers and directors, viz. : A. G. Bullock, president 
and treasurer ; Thomas H. <jage, vice-president ; 
Henry M. Wetter, secretary ; H. M. Wheeler, 
assistant secretary ; J. D. E. Jones, superintendent 
of agencies; Wra. E. Starr, actuary. Directors. — 
A. (j. Bullock, Worcester; P. L. Moen, Worcester; 
Joseph Sargent, Worcester; Thomas H. Gage, 
Worcester; E. B. Stoddard, Worcester; T. W. 
Hammond, Worcester; S. Salisbury, Worcester; 
Wm. E. Starr, Worcester; Aug. N. Currier, Wor- 
cester; Charles A. Denny, Leicester; Wm. H. 
Jourdan, Worcester; George F. Hoar, Worcester; 
Albert Wood, Worcester; Henry M. Witter, Wor- 
cester ; Thomas L. Nelson, Worcester ; Josiah H. 
Clark, Worcester. Tlie following annual statement, 
January 1st, 1886, shows the affairs of the company 
to be in a most flourishing state : Assets— Loanson 
mortgage of re.al estate, $509,429 ; loans to cities and 
towns, $76,175 ; loans on policies, $98,692 ; loans 
to Providence and Worcester Railroad, |ilOO,000; 
loans on collateral, §13,000; United States bonds, 
$315,485,46 ; city and town bonds, .•?993,986.49 ; rail- 
road bonds, $904,503.75; railroad stocks, $222,676 ; 
deferred premium notes, $72,149.98 ; real estate, 
$58,000; bank stocks, $210,798.50; cash on deposit 
in banks, $62,91 1.98. Total, $3,637,808.16. Other 
assets — Interest accrued, but not due, $52,000; 
market value of stocks and bonds over cost, $197,- 
117.80. Total, $3,886,925.96. I>iabilities— Reserve 
(less $4,925.64, the reserve on twelve policies re- 
issued in Massachusetts Mutual and Travelers), $3,- 
140,213.56; claims by death unpaid, none. Total 
liabilities, $3,140,213,56; surplus, $746,712.40. 
Total, $3,886,925.96. The securities of this ad- 
mirably managed company have gained in value, 
its surplus has increased, and the interest is not 
over due or uncollected on a single item of its 
property, amounting to nearlv four millions of 
dollars. Much of the success of the State Mutual 
must be ascribed to it-; favorableand liberal methods 
of dealing with policy holders, the incontestability 
of its policies, and the prompt paying of all claims 
without tedious or uncertain delays. The offices of 
the CJompany are located in its own building. No. 
240 Main street, where all details, rates, etc., are 
cheerfully furnished on application. 



Bush & Co., Wholesale and Retail 

Druggists, No. 56 Front Street. — t)ne of the strik- 
ing instances of a long-lived and still vigorous 
house in the city of Worcester is the drug estab- 
lishment of Bush & Co., located at No. 56 Front 
street. Tiiis house was founded in 1852, in the 
same store it now occupies, by Messrs William and 
Harvey Bush, Mr. William Bush succeeding to the 
sole control in 1856, and still conducts the business 
under the old firm name. As wholesale and retail 
druggists the firm long ago became well known and 
popular throughout the New England States. No 
house has abetter commercial standing or possesses- 
finer facililies for supplying the trade. The prem- 
ises occupied consist of a large store and basement, 
90.x20 feet each, provided with every convenience 
for both the wholesale and retail departments. An 
immense stock of drugs, druggists' supplies, patent 
medicines, etc., are carried, together with every 
novelty comprehended in the range of druggists' 
supplies, both useful and ornamental, besides roots, 
herb.s, sarsaparilla, and otherspecialtiesfrom South, 
and Central .\merica. Among the remedies spe- 
cially dealt u\ by this house are Newton's cough 
syrup, and Bush's liver pills, and compound Indiaa 
pills, of wliich tlic firm are sole proprietors. The 
retail department is liberally patronized by the 
people of the city and county, who can rely upon 
the freshness and purity of the drugs sold and the 
accuracy of all prescriptions compounded here. 
Mr. Bush was born in Dudley, Mass., in 1813, and 
settled here in 1849. He is a practical pharmacist 
of high standing, and is ably assisted by a corps of 
clerks who are proficient and popular in attending 
to all those general duties which make communica- 
tion with the establishment both pleasant and 
profitable. 

W. S. Knig-llt, Real Estate Agent, No. 12 
Front Street, Room 7. — Prominent among those 
who have largely contributed to Worcester's mate- 
rial development in real estate matters is Mr. W. 
S. Knight, whose office is located at No. 12 Front 
street. This gentleman has been actively identified 
with the real estate interests of Worcester since the 
establishment of his office here in 1868, and has. 
developed a connection of the most superior char- 
acter, including among his customei's many leading; 
capitalists and investors, and carrying through to ai 
successful issue many important transactions. He 
has come to be a recognized authority as to the 
values of realty in all sections of the city and 
county, and those investors wlio are guided by his 
advice and judgment can rely on securing proper- 
ties that will return a handsome income, and with 
prospective increase in values. He devotes special 
attention to the sale, exchange, and lease of houses, 
farms, building lots, Western lands, timber and 
wood lots, mills, stores, and business chances, and 
his lists are the most complete in the city. He 
possesses unsurpassed facilities fi)r the prompt 
negotiation of loanson bond and mortgage, and for 
the safe and judicious investment of money. All 
trusts committed to his care are in .safe, wise, and 
clean hands. His patronage is large and influen- 
tial throughout all the New England States, and 
extends to all parts of the I'nion. Mr. Knight is 
a native of Norwich, Mass., and settled here in 
1866. His reputation as a citizen is of the highest, 
and his business standing is one of solidity and 
honor. 



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Johnson & Bassett, Manufacturers of Self- 
Operating Woolen Mules, Self-Operating Jacks, and 
Self-(-)perating Heads for Jacks, corner Foster and 
Bridge Streets, formerly No. 18(5 UnionStreet. — For 
manv vears American woolen-mill ownerswereconi 



years, where he is highly regarded for his sound 
business principles and sterling integrity, and well 
merits the repute and success achieved by him. 



J. S. Smith, Manufacturer of New Im proved 
pelled to look to Great Britain for the supply of this I Automatic and Champion Pillow-Sliam Holders 




necessary machinery; but now, through the energy, 
ability, and enterprise of our manufacturers, woolen 
mules and self-operating jacks are produced in the 
United States fully equal, if not su|)crior, to those 
manufactured abroad. In this connection special 
attention is directed to the representative and reli- 
able house of Messrs. Johnson & Bassett, whose 
office and factory are located at corner Foster and 
Bridge streets (formerly at No. 186 Union street). 
This business was established in 1S7() by Messrs. 
Johnson & Biissett, and was conducted by them till 
1880, when Mr. Joluison died. Mr. Jos. M. Bas- 
sett, who is now sole proprietor, however, still car- 
ries on the business under the old style and title of 
Johnson & B;issett. The premises occupied are 
very commodious and spacious, (i2xl25 feet, five 
stories, and areequippedwith all thelatest improved 
tools, machinery, and appliances known to the 
trade. Eighty experienced operatives are em- 
ployed in the various departments, and the 
machinery is driven by a superior sixty -horse-power 
steam engine. Mr. Ba,ssett manufactures largely 
self-operating woolen mules, jacks, and heads for 
jacks. These specialties are unrivaled for utility, 
durability, quality, and general excellence, and are 
the embodiments of mechanical workmanship of 
the highest order of perfection. The greatest care 
and scientific researches of years have been exer- 
cised to bring these machines to their present point 
of perfection. Mr. Bassett is a native of Vermont, 
but has resided in Worcester for the last thirty 



and Kepairer of Sewing-Machines, etc.. No. 88 
Front Street.— This enterprising establishment was 
founded in April, 1885, and it has met with the 
most marked and encouraging success. The pro- 
i>rietor is a native of Moultonborough, N. H., was 
born in 183(i, and lias resided in Worcester since 
1875, where he Iuls built up an excellent reputation 
for energy and ^traightforward dealing. He is the 
inventor and manufacturer of J. S. Smith's new 
improved autojnatic and champion pillow-sham 
holders. These pillow-sham liolders are the result 
of years of expensive experimental work. They 
are made in five distinct sizes, namelv, the Common 
Sense, the Automatic Common Sen.se, the Automatic 
Extension, the Champion, the ( hampion PIxtension. 
These goods are manufactured from the very best 
materials and are finished much better than anv 
others at corresponding prices. Mr. Smith is also the 
manufacturer of the standard and magic plaiters, 
ironing-boards, and bosom-stretchers, the Turkish 
rug orembroidcry machines, and manv other useful 
novelties. Mr. Smith also deals in new and second- 
hand sewing-machines, attachments, and parts, and 
all kinds of supplies. He also repairs and adjust* 
all kinds of sewing-machines thoroughly, and guar- 
antees the work in all cases. He occupies commo- 
dious premises, employs a staff' of competent work- 
men, and IS represented in all parts of New F:ngland 
by fourteen traveling agents. Mr. Smith offers 
great inducements to agents and jobbers in respect 
of his various manufactures. 



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Mercliants' ami Farmers' Mutual 
Fire IiLSurauce Company of Worcester, 
Mass., John D. VVasliburn, President ; E. B. Stod- 
<lard, Secretary, Xo. 242 Main Street. — Insurance, 
that element in society whicli guarantees against 
loss that may arise to property or niercliandise fr.im 
tlie ravages of tire, is one of tlie most potent in- 
fluences in tlie development of business activity and 
human progress. Oi the varied jjliases of the 
principle of tire insurance, none pre.sentssuch popu- 
lar and beneficial features as the mutual system, of 
which the old established and substantial "Mer- 
chants' and Farmers' Mutual l'"ire Insurance Com- 
pany of Worcester, Mass," is one of the most suc- 
cessful exponents in the United .States. This com- 
pany was duly incorporated in l.S4(i under the laws 
of the State of Massachusetts, and since its organi- 
zation at that period it has obtained a liberal and 
influential patronage. The business of the company 
is confined to the insurance of dwellings, furniture, 
farm property, public buildings, and the safer mer- 
cantile risks. All policies cover against loss and 
damage by lightning as well as by tire. There is a 
large amount of insurance in New England inwhich 
the risk is very slight, yet it is not prudent to be 
without protection. 'To this class especially this 
company is well adapted. The officers of the 
Mercliants' and Farmers' Mutual Fire Insurance 
Company of ^Voreester are : Jolin I). Washburn, 
president; E. B. Stoddard, secretary. The com- 
pany's statement of its finances January 1st, 1886, 
.shows its position to be very satisfactory. It was as 
follows: Cash surplus, S13U,857.()2; liabilities, in- 
cluding reserve for re-insurance, $127,047.74 ; total 
cash assets, §257,90-5.36. The present dividends on 
expiring policies are sixty per cent, on five years, 
forty on three years, and twenty on one year. In 
this carefully managed company there are no in- 
tluceraents to take specially hazardous risks, as the 
object is to save more than make money. The ex- 
penses are much less, as the labor of conducting the 
business is very much curtailed on the mutual plan, 
the company not having a large capital to invest, 
interest to collect and return to stockholders with- 
out any real benefit to the corporation. Although 
the rates in the Merchants' and Farmers' have been 
less than other companies, it has always paid its 
losses promptly. It need scarcely be added to ))ru- 
dent and able business men, that the true principle 
of insurance is to become your own insurer. The 
officers, Messrs. Washburn and Stoddard, are held 
in the highest estimation in financial and mercan- 
tile circles for their executive ability, prudence, and 
integrity. In conclusion, it may be justly stated 
that this responsible corporation is in every way 
worthy the attention of all persons desirous of 
placing their property in the corajiany's hands, 
which is abundantly able and makes a specialty of 
promptly adjusting all losses as soon as properly 
declared. 

Jerome Marble & Co., Oils, Drugs, Paints, 

Glass, etc., No. 440 Main Street. — One of the oldest 
established and most important housesengaged in im- 
portation of drugs, chemicals, dye stuffs, oils, paints, 
glass, etc., is that of Messrs. Jerome Marble & Co. 
There are few, if any, hou.ses in this line of trade in 
the State of older foundation or that are better 
known throughont New England than this one. 
The house w;is foimded more than a century ago 
and has always occupied a leading position in the 



trade. It was originated by Dr. Elijah Dix, suc- 
ceeded by Dr. Abraham Swaine, succeeded by Dr. 
Jeremiali Kobinson in 1783, and in 1842 Mr. 
Edward Lamb succeeded to the enterprise. He 
was succeeded by Dr. Spaulding ; then by Spauld- 
ing & Harrington ; next by C. A. & E. Harrington; 
C. A. Harrington & Co., and finally on May 1st, 1863, 
by the present firm, Jerome Marble cVi Co. The 
members of this firm comjjrised until January, 
1886, Messrs. Jerome Marble, who is a native of 
Charlton, Mass., and INlr. \V. H. Drury, who was 
born at Auburn, Mass. On the date above given 
they admitted into partnershij) Mr. Joseph E. 
Marble and Mr. Francis A. McClellan. The 
former is a cousin of the principal of the firm, a 
native of Woonsocket, Rhode Island, asjiirited and 
enterprismg business young man; and the latter is 
a native of (irafton, Mass. Both the two hitter 
gentlemen have been long connected with the hcnise, 
and are thoroughly acquainted with every detail of 
the business. The premises occupied comprise a 
brick building, with five fioors and basement, and 
wliicli covers an area of 25x100 feet. It is fitted up 
with two hydraulic elevators, and with every 
requisite appliance and convenience fur the hand- 
ling of stock, etc. The firm carry an iunncnse stock 
of oils, drugs, paints, glas.s, etc., and tiiey are con- 
stantly filling orders for customers in all jiarts of 
the country. Seventeen hands are employed in the 
warehouse, and the firm is permanently represented 
on the road by a staff of traveling salesmen. The 
house has also a large railroad trade, and the sales 
are of both a wholesale and retail character. The 
house is connected by telephone, call " 1x4-3," and 
all orders are given immediate attention. The 
firm have a branch house at No. 141 Milk Street, 
Boston, and this is in charge of Mr. McClellan. 
The members of the firm are generally popular, 
and deservedly bear the highest of reputations as 
honorable business men and private citizens. 



C. F. Liiverinore, Blankets, Quilts, Hosiery, 
Underwear, Corsets, Overalls, Jumpers, etc., Birds 
and Cages, Franklin Sc)nare, No. 552 Main Street. — 
The establishment of Mr. C. F. Livermore, at No. 
552 Main street, has been favorably known to the 
people of Worcester for sixteen years and is a popu- 
lar resort for hundreds. The business was started 
in 1870, and has achieved a large mea.sin-e of suc- 
cess, ranking now as one of the valuable mercantile 
enterprises of the city. The salesroom is 20x120 
feet in area and attractively and conveniently fitted 
up. A large an<l full stock is carried in each de- 
partment, and Mr. Livermore caters acceptably to 
all classes of purchasers — the wealthy, the conserv- 
ative buyer with moderate means, and the poor. His 
leading specialties are blankets, quilts, hosiery, un- 
derwear, corsets, overalls, and jumpers, and in these 
lines the assortments are always fresh, choice, and 
complete. A feature of the business is the sale of 
birds and cages, and those in search of sweet song- 
sters will find (his a most desirable house with 
which to form relations. The most moderate prices 
prevail, and Mr. Livermore may be depended upon 
for responsible and accurate service. He was born 
in Paxton, Mass., but has resided in Worcester for 
thirty years. He is known as a safe, prudent, and 
liberal merchant, reliable and straight-forward, and 
sustains an excellent business and social status ia 
the community. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



Wilson & Holdeil, Commission Meroliaiita, 
and Dealers in Flour, Grain, Feed, Baled Hay, 
Straw, Lime, Hair, Cement, Pla-ster, .Superphos- 
phate, Grass and Garden Seeds, etc.. No. lo4 Main 
Street. — A leading firm engaged in the commission 
business in the city of Worcester is that of Messrs. 
Wilson & liolden, widely known as connuission 
merchants and wholesale and retail dealers in Hour, 
grain, feed, baled hay, straw, lime, cement, hair, 
plaster, superphos|diate, grassand garden seeds, etc., 
at No. lo-l Main street. The business was estab- 
lished here by the present firm in 1877, and has 
grown into large and iuHuential proportions under 
their enterprising and successful management. 
They occupy three large floors "ioxlJO feet each, and 
possess the requisite capacity and all needed facili- 
ties for larger and increasing success in the future. 
Their stock is large and complete at all times, re- 
ceived direct from the best and most reliable pro- 
ducing sources, and sold at prices which greatly 
add to the popularity of the house among all 
classe.s of people. As commission merchants this 
firm have a wide acquaintance with both the pro- 
ducer and the consumer, have unexcelled facilities 
for securing the most favorable prices, and make 
prompt returns in ail cases. They have a large 
permanent patronage in both city and country, and 
all business relations entered into with this firm 
will prove profitable and satisfactory to all con- 
cerned. The members of the firm are Messrs. Mer- 
rick Wilson and William Holden, both natives of 
Princeton, Mass., and gentlemen of large and valua- 
ble experience in the business and very popular 
with their patrons. 

Edwin Eldred & Co., Fire Insurance, 
No. 32 Front Street. — Among the most energetic 
and prominent business men in the insurance busi- 
ness are Messrs. Edwin Eldred & Co., one of the 
best known and largest firms in this regard in the 
city. The firm are general tire insurance agents, 
and they have acquired the confidence of the largest 
insurance corporations and the publicaswell. They 
founded tl>eir busuiess in 1874, and from that time 
until 1S79 tliey were located at No. 5o4 Main 
street. Since the latter date they have occupied 
handsomely furnished offices at No. 32 Front street. 
Since the origin of the business, twelve years ago, 
the amount of business transacted has been increased 
over five hundred per cent. The firm issue poli- 
cies upon all the leading and substantial insurance 
companies, both home and foreign, in respect of 
all kinds of insurable property, at the lowest possi- 
ble rates consistent with security, and all losses are 
promptly adjusted and paid by the firm. They are 
the authorized representatives for this district of 
the following well-known, responsible companies; 
Scottish Union and National Insurance Company: 
of Edinburgh, Scotland; Providence Washington 
Insurance Company, of Providence; New York 
Bowery Fire Insurance Com|iany, of New York; 
Transatlantic Insurance Company, of Hamburg, 
Germany; Orient Insurance Company, of Hart- 
ford ; Firemen's Insurance Company, of Newark, 
N. J.; Mechanics' Fire Insurance Company, of 
Brooklyn; Cambridge Mutual Fire Insurance 
Company, of Cambridgeport, Mass. ; Hamburg- 
Bremen Insurance Company, of Hamburg. The co- 
partners are Messrs. Edwin and L. E. Eldred. Tlie 
former was born in Falmouth, Mass., in 1818, and 
the latter in Fairhaven, Mass., in 1845. 



J. C. Luby, Stoves, Tinware, Crockery, No. 
240 Front Street. — With restricted capital Mr. 
Luby began business in 1871), and ten years after, 
in 1880, he is to be found in a large and spacious 
building at No. 240 Front street, where he employs 
six hands, and carries a fine line of parlor, dining- 
room, sitting-room, kitchen, bar-room, and hotel 
stoves, of the most celebrated manufactures, in 
handsome and unique designs. In the tinware de- 
partment there is almost every article of liousehold 
utility that modern genius can invent, and the 
assortment of crockeryware is very complete. In 
the glassware department there is almost every con- 
ceivable pattern of plain, cut, and fancy glassware, 
heavy decanters, anil colored bottles for bar decora- 
tions, etc. (_)f woodenware he also carries a large 
stock. Mr. Luby makes a specialty of bar fixtures. 
He does tin-roofing and plumbing to order, and 
promptly attends to job work of every descrijilion. 
Mr. Luby is a native of Ireland, was born there in 
1844. (le came to this country in 1841), and has 
succeeded in attracting a large local patronage and 
an extensive trade throughout the State. He is 
not only a live business man, but is popular socially 
and politiciUy, being at present a member of the 
City Councils. 

J. H. Shattuck, Dealer in Confectionery, 
Fruits, Fancy (Troceries, etc., No. 78 Park Street. — • 
One of the most popular places in the confectionery 
line is the establishment of J. II. Shattuck. He 
occupies the first floor of a building 25x-50 feet in 
dimensions, in which he carries a full stock of 
choice confectionery, made from the purest and best 
ingredients that can be had in the market, and 
which comprises every known kind and variety of 
candy that is found in a first-class store of this 
character. His stock of foreign ;md domestic fruits 
cannot be surpassed for variety, quality, and fresh- 
ness anywhere in the city, while the line of f.incy 
groceries which he carries challenges comjiarison. 
He employs from two to three assistants, according 
to the fluctuations of trade, though the demand for 
the fruits, groceries, and sweetmeats from this es- 
tablishment is generally even and steady. Mr. 
Shattuck is a native of Bakersfield, Vt., located in 
Worcester in 1865, and embarked in his present en- 
terprise in 1871. 

Thomas Monahaii, Dealer in Choice Pro- 
visions and Meats of all kinds. No. 8 Trumbull 
Street. — Mr. Monahan first opened his meat and 
provision market to the public in 18(51. Hisquar- 
ters, the first fioor and cellar, 25x80 feet in dimen- 
sions, are commodious, neat, cle;m, and convenient. 
He employs four clerks, and carries a large stock 
of vegetables and foreign and domestic fruits. He 
keeps everything in its proper season, and does not 
pernut it to become stale or valueless on iiis hands. 
Everything in the shape of vegetables is kept on 
sale, which he delivers to any part of the citv. He 
keeps all kinds of fresh and salt meats, beef, pork, 
lamb, hams, etc., which he otters at the lowest cash 
prices. Mr. Monahan is a native of Ireland, hav- 
ing been born in that country in 1836. He emi- 
grated to this country in 1846, and with indomit- 
able perseverance he soon amasseil quite a compe- 
tency, and embarked in the enterprise herein men- 
tioned. He is a gentleman of fine social qualities, 
and has creditably represented his constituents in 
the City Councils two years. 



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CITY OF WORCESTER. 



George S. Hatch, Manufacturer of Boots 
and t^hoe Heels of all Sizes and Heights, Belt, Card, 
Harness, Kip, and Split, Factory, No. 104 Front 
Street. — The prejiaration of the materials used in 
the manufacture of boots and shoes is an industry 
that is ajjpropriately divided into many branches, 
and amoni; the most important of such is the pro- 
duction of boot and shoe heels. In ^\'orcester this 
interest has reached large proportions, giving em- 
ployment to a great number of hands and represent- 
ing the investment of extensive capital. A promi- 
nent and leading hou.se so engaged is that of Mr. 
George S. Hatch, at No. 104 Front street. He es- 
tablished himself in business here in 11S70, and at 
once received a lucrative trade, which has steadily 
increased until now it aggregates a heavy amount in 
value per annum. The factory occupies tlie three 
iupper floors, giving abundant space for all tlie me- 
<.'hanical operations. It is equipped with splitting, 
rolling, and all other necessary machinery, and 
gives work to about seventy expert artisans. The 
concern is devoted e.xclusively to the manufacture 
of all kindsof boot and shoe lieels, and they are in 
active demand throughout New England. They 
are made of all sizes and heights and from the 
finest quality of belt, card, harness, kip, and split 
leather. A full supply of these goods are kept in 
stock and all orders are expeditiously tilled. The 
liouse invites correspondence and is in a position to 
otter superior inducements to the trade in the way 
of terms and prices. Mr. Hatch also deals exten- 
sively in leather remnants. He has resided in this 
«ity for the past sixteen years, and is so well known 
in connection with the enterprise he condiicts as to 
make personal comment unnecessary. In directing 
attention to the manner in wliich the business is 
prosecuted and the amplitude of the facilities, it 
may be properly added tliat the house conmiands 
the respect and support of the trade at large. 

Ball & Merrick, Provision Dealers, Waldo 
Block, No. 209 Main Street. — The business inter- 
ests of Worcester are of a varied and highly impor- 
tant character. There is scarcely an industrial 
pursuit that can be mentioned which is not more 
or less conspicuously represented in the city, and 
on a scale of considerable magnitude. Ttie provi- 
sion trade is one of these interests, and some ex- 
ceedingly fine goods are kept constantly on hand 
by Messrs. Ball & Merrick, Waldo Block, No. 209 
Main street. This business was established in 
1872 by Mr. A. F. Whittemore, who conducted it 
till September, 18S.5, when he was succeeded by 
the present copartners, Messrs. A. S. Ball and (.!. V. 
Merrick. The premises occupied are centrally and 
conveniently located, and are arranged and fitted 
with special reference to the trade, which involves 
the handling of a large cpiantity of meats and pro- 
visions. It may be safely asserted that in fresh- 
ness, cpiality, and variety, the stock carried by this 
reliable firm has no superior in the city. The im- 
provements that have been devised of late years for 
the preservation of perishable provisions are found 
here in successful operation, and these inventions 
insure at all times freshness and excellent quality. 
The store is a model of cleanliness and neatness, 
strict supervision being given to every detail by 
the partners. Mr. Ball is a native of Balston, Mass., 
while Mr. Merrick was born in Princeton, Mass. 
They are favorably known to the trade and pulilic 
as excellent judges of provisions, while to their 



hosts of personal friends, their geniality of tempera- 
ment and intie.xible integrity are j)roverbial. The 
equitable manner in which the business is con- 
ducted, as well as the excellent quality of the 
stock, are guarantees sufficiently obvious why deal- 
ers and the public would favor their own interests 
by giving their orders to this responsible house. 

Fuller & Delano, Architects, No. 452 Main 
Street, People's Savings Bank Building. — The de- 
velopment and progress of the material resources 
and wealth of the city of Worcester have created a 
demand for architectural talents of the highest 
order. Prominent among those architects who 
have made a special study of this ennobling art is 
tlie well-known and reliable firm of Fuller & De- 
lano, whose offices are centrally located at No. 452 
Main street, in the People's Savings Bank building. 
This business was established in l.sOti by Mr. James 
E. Fuller, who conducted it till 1877, when he 
admitted Mr. Ward P. Delano into partnership, 
the firm being known by the style and title of 
Fuller lS: Delano. They are both th(U-oughly qual- 
ified architects, and have executed some of the 
most important commissions in their ]n-ofession, not 
only in Worcester and its vicinity but in all parts 
of the Eastern States, designing and superintending 
the constr\iction of many prominent buildings. 
Many of the edifices erected by them are much 
admired for their beauty, while the elaboration of 
detail and care bestowed on every department of 
their work reffect tlie utmost credit upon the ability 
and skill of this reliable firm. Messrs. Fuller & 
Delano transact a general line of business, includ- 
ing all branches of the profession, and possess com- 
modious offices and draughting rooms, where a num- 
ber of able assistants are enqiloycd in the prepara- 
tion of plans. They are at all times prejiared to 
give estimates and cheerfully furnish plans. Mr. 
Fuller was born in Warwick, Mass., while his 
partner, Mr. Delano, is a native of Marion, Mass. 
Both partners are highly esteemed by the commu- 
nitv, and are personally conversant with the 
growth and wants of Worcester. 

Mann & Knight, Dealers in Coal, Offices, 
Nos. 426 Main Street, corner Pleasant, 69 Grafton 
Street, corner Winter; Yard, (iroton Street. — One 
of the liveliest business houses in Worcester is that 
owned and conducted by Messrs. Mann it Knight, 
who are extensive dealers both wholesale and retail 
in coal. The firm established this business in 1878, 
and have ever since met with a large public recog- 
nition and patronage. Their business premisescon- 
sist of two offices, one at No. 426 Main street, cor- 
ner of Pleasant street, and the other at No. 09 
(xrafton street, corner of Winter street, and the coal 
yard itself, which covers an area of two ai'res. The 
office at the corner of Main and Pleasant streets is 
the head office of the firm, and is 25x^0 feet in di- 
mensions. Employment is given to eighteen hands, 

I and the firm enjoy a large city and county trade. 
All the best kinds of coal are sold by ■Messrs. Mann 
& Knight, and all orders are attcided to ).irc)mi>tlv 
and satisfactorily. They are enabled, with their 

i excellent facilities, to offer inducements which are 

j readily appreciated by their patrons. The members 
of the'firm, Messrs. Charles F. Mann and Henry A. 

j Knight, are both natives of Worcester. Both are 
well known in the city as reliable and substantial 
merchants. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



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McDerin<»tt & Bolaiid, Staple and Fancy 

Dry Goods, Furnishing (ioods, etc., No. "Jti Front 
Street. — Among the prominent and reliable dry 
.goods establishments in Worcester, that of Messrs. 
McDermott & Boland takes important rank. It 
was opened to the public in 1S7!I, and has steadily 
grown in popularity and strength, its trade now 
Jbeing widely distributed through the city and sur- 
rounding territory. They occupy the whole of the 
first tloor, 100x24 feet in dimensions, witli a base- 
ment of corresponding size used for purjioscs of 
.storage. The salesroom is handsomely and appro- 
priately fitted up, and every convenience has been 
provided for tlie exhibition of stock and the benefit 
of visitors. The lines carried embrace dry goods, 
silks, dress goods, hosiery, gloves, laces, embroide- 
ries, notions, furnishing gi>ods, and articles of a 
kindred character in great abundance and variety. 
The firm have the best an<l most profitable arrange- 
ments where they can procure a superior quality of 
goods at exceedingly low rates, which advantages 
are freely divided with customers. The assort- 
ments include all the choicest novelties' in the 
market, and great activity is manifested in securing 
the newest and richest productions as soon a.s the 
ra inufacturers and importers are ready to ]ilace 
them in the hands of dealers. The members of 
the firm, James McDermott and Thomas B. F. 
Boland, are gentlemen of energy and perseverance, 
whose close and scrupulo\is attention to business has 
•caused the house to take rank with the leading 
representative establishments of the city. 

Samuel Parker, Importing Tailor, Cham- 
bers, Taylor's Building, No. 470 Main Street. — A 
prominent and representative house is that of Mr. 
Samuel Parker, who established this business in 
1846. He is a skilled, practical cutter of great ex- 
perience, and since he has catered to the wants of 
the citizens of Worcester has gained a prominence 
and reputation placing him in the front rank of 
merchant tailors. The premise.«i occupied are very 
commodious, and are well equipped with every 
convenience for the display of the choice stock and 
comfort of customers. In his store there is always 
■a superior selection of fine suitings and broadcloths, 
■cassimeres, vestings, in all fashionable styles of sea- 
sonable and desirable goods, so that no one, not 
even the most fastidious, can fail to find some- 
thing that will please him. Mr. Parker is well 
known for the marked good taste displayed in the 
•selection of his stock, which cannot be surpassed in 
•the city or elsewhere for quality, figure, and style, 
giving customers an unrivaled assortment of for- 
•eign goods from which to choose, either for busi- 
ine,s3 or dress suits, at the lowest possible prices. 
The proprietor is not a mere figure head, but 
a. most active man in the business, personally 
attending to the cutting and fitting of all garments 
made, while no garment has ever left this estab- 
lisiiment that Mr. Parker knew to be wrong in any 
particular. All trimmings, satins, silks, etc., used 
in the production of the garments are imported 
•direct from the most famous manufacturers. This 
Tjusiness is patronized by the refined and educated 
•classes of Worcester and its vicinity. Mr. Parker 
was born at Leominster, Mass., in 1824, and during 
the Civil War was a member of the Home (luards. 
The history of this responsible house is a pleasant 
proof of the certainty with which probity and 
■energy will win their way. 



Fred. W. Welling-ton & Co,, Wholesale 
and Retail Dealers in Coal, (ieneral Office, No. 416 
Main Street. — In this city numerous firms and in- 
dividuals are engaged in the coal traffic, and in 
some instances have developed a capacity for its 
management that has led to an extraordinary 
growth of facilities and greatly enhanced the com- 
mercial thrift of the city. Prominent among such 
we must rank the firm of Fred. W. Wellington & 
Co., which was organized in 1877 (though Mr. Wel- 
lington was a member of the firm of T. \V. Welling- 
ton & Co., established in 18.54), since which period 
its facilities have been greatly augmented, and a 
large trade has been established. This firm are 
both wholesale and retail dealers in anthracite and 
bituminous coals, and their annual transactions are 
among the largest of the coal houses of Worcester. 
The relations of this firm with the mining corpo- 
rations are such that all oi-dcrs received meet with 
prompt fulfillment, and all the operations of the 
house are conducted in such a manner as to con- 
stantly enlarge its usefulness. The general office, 
located at No. 416 Main street, is 25x50 feet in 
dimensions, and is handsomely furnished and ad- 
mirably arranged. The firm have coal pockets at 
Norwich, Conn., at wliich ]>hi.ce a large portion of the 
wholesale business is transacted, and have a retail 
yard on the corner of Soutbbriilge and Hammond 
streets, in this city. This yard is contiguous to the 
Norwich railroad, and is an acre in extent. It is 
fitted up with shedding for the storage of coal, and 
with every appliance and convenience for the hand- 
ling of stock. Thirty hands are employed in the 
business, and both wholesale and retail orders 
are promptly filled at the lowest market prices. 
Mr. Fred. W. Wellington is the sole proprietor. 
He is a native of Shirley, Mii,ss., has resided in 
Worcester since 1854, is a gentleman of large ex- 
perience in the business, to which he devotes his 
personal attention — advantages well worthy the 
consideration of dealers and private consumers, 
who will find the house a mo.st desirable one with 
which to form business relations of a pleasant and 
enduring character. 



Stephen C. Earle, Architect, Jonas G. 
Clark's Building, No. 492 Main Street.— One of the 
most prominent architects in Worcester, whose 
name is widely and favorably known through the 
New England States, is Mr. Stephen C. Earle. He 
established himself in business here in 1866, and 
has pursued a successful and prosperous career, 
each year adding materially to the volume of busi- 
ness. Mr. pjarle has done some very inq)ortant 
and valuable work in Massachusetts and adjoining 
States, and he has reared many imposing struc- 
tures that attest his skill, judgment, and taste. The 
following is a partial list of buildings erected by 
him, namely: .Vll Saints' Church, Central Church, 
Technical School, all in Worcester; the Slater 
Memorial Building, Norwich, Conn.; Park Church, 
Norwich, Conn.; the Goodnow Memorial Library, 
Princeton, Mass.; the Slater Library, Jewett City, 
Conn.; the Rogers Free Library, Bristol, R. I.; the 
Lynn Library, Monson, Mass.; Lincoln Square Bap- 
tist Church, Worcester. Mr. Karle makes plans and 
specifications, and gives estimates for work of any 
magnitude, and is reasonable in his prices. He is 
a native of Leicester, Mass., but has lived iu this 
city for many years. 



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CI TY OF WORCESTER. 



John F. Crowell, Insurancf, No. 344 Main 
Street. — The fire insiinuiceooiiiijuniesof tlie United 
States must always take a pruniinent place as insti- 
tutions benelicent, practical, and indisiiensable to 
the present state of civilization. One of the leading- 
houses engaged in this bnsiness in the city of Wor- 
cester is that of ilr. John F. Crowell, whose office 
is located at No. o44 Main street. This business 
was establislicd in 1876, and during the present 
year Mr. (.'rowell purcha.sed the interest of Mr. S. 
A. Ilowland in the insurance bnsiness (established 
is.").") I, and also tlie interest of Mr. K. i^ Uawson, 
and united the business of tlieir agencies with that 
of his own, succeeding them by appointment as 
agent for Worcester and vicinity for other Hrst- 
class companies. He is thus prepared by these 
increased facilities to oiler safe and relialjle insu- 
rance in the best stock and nuitual companies. Mr. 
Crowell represents the following first-class com- 
panies, viz. : Middlesex Mutual, of Concord ; Mer- 
rimack Mutual, of Andover; Dorchester Mutual, of 
Boston; Norfidk Mutual, of Dedham ; Dedham 
Mutual, of Dedham ; Worcester Mutual, of ^Vor- 
cester ; Merchants' and Farmers' Mutual, of Wor- 
cester; West Chester, of New York; Kocliester 
German, of Rochester, X. Y. ; Clinton, of New 
York; Girard, of Philadelphia; Fire Insurance 
Company of the County of Philadelphia, of Phila- 
delphia, and several others. As a practical and 
experienced underwriter Mr. Crowell otters sub- 
stantial inducements and advantages to the public, 
including low rates and liberally drawn policies, 
while all losses sustained are equitably adjusted 
and promptly paid through this agency. Mr. 
Crowell is prepared to take the entire cluirge 
of the insurance of large mill and factory prop- 
erties, mercantile and dwellings, placing and dis- 
tributing risks among sound companies only, 
renewing policies wlien expired, and generally re- 
lieving the business community of all care and 
trouble in this important respect. He is a native 
of Waterville, Me., and a member of the Board of 
Underwriters of the city of \Vorcester. 



E. G. Hig-grins & Co., Art Wall Papers, No. 
284 Main Street. — The trade in wall papers necessa- 
rily holds a very important place in the business inter- 
ests of every city. The leading house in Worcester 
engaged in this industry and one of the prominent 
members of the local mercantile fraternity is that 
of E. G. Higgins & Co. Founded in 187o, the 
career of the concern has been remarkably jirosper- 
ous, heav}' orders now being received from all por- 
tions of the State, together with a very extensive 
city jjatronage. A commodious four-story brick 
building is occupied, ISxSO feet in dimensions, and 
supplied with every necessary facility. The ex- 
perienced judgment of the projirietors is well illus- 
trated in the high character and quality of the 
goods carried, distinguished for a uniform superi- 
ority in design and finish. Consignments are re- 
ceived from the best American and Em-opean 
sources, the most novel and artistic productions 
being displayed in abimdance. Messrs. Higgins & 
Co. carry at all times a full stock of the latest 
patterns and novelties, which they offer to patrons 
at the very lowest market prices. The members of 
the firm are E. G. and F. E. Higgins, natives of 
Worcester county, and gentlemen of energy, pro- 
gressiveness, and liberality. 



Duncan, Gootlell & Co., Wholesale and 
Retail Dealers in Hardware, No. 4U4 .Main Street. 
— The house of Duncan, Goodell tk Co. is one of 
tlie oldest, best known, and most extensive whole- 
sale and retail hardwai-e establishments in Worces- 
ter that have been all powerful in building up its 
large and ever-increasing trade. The business was 
founded by C. Foster & Co. as far back as 184(J, 
and its subsequent history is an even and unbroken 
record of success. The present firm, which consists 
of H. P. Duncan and Jolin B. Goodell, was organ- 
ized and assumed control in January, 1881, having 
been members of the original firm for twenty years 
previous. The premises occupied comprise the 
salesroom and basement, each 28x128 feet in di- 
mensions, together with three large rooms on the 
ujiper floors, which are used for pur|)o.ses of sur- 
plus storage. The stock embraces builders' and gen- 
eral hardware, shelf goods, locksmiths' and butch- 
ers' supplies, mechanics' tools, table and pocket 
cutlery, etc. The firm handle heavy quantities of 
both home and imported goods, and in consequence 
of their extensive purchases have been able to 
efl'ect sjiecial arrangements with manufacturers 
wliereby the assurance is given that the quality of 
the productions is the best and the prices always 
the lowest. Both the retail and wholesale depart- 
ments are conducted with judgment and ability. 
The trade comes from all parts of the tributary 
territory, and its volume is being steadily aug- 
mented. Mr. Duncan was born in North Brook- 
field, and Mr. Goodell is a native of Halden, Mass. 
They are prominent, responsible men, and have 
earned and enjoy the confidence of the trade. 

The Sanitary Improvement Com- 
pany, Proprietors of Howe's Patent Automatic 
Filters, Faucets, and Improved System of Water 
Appliances, Worcester Office, No. 33 Pearl Street, 
E. W. Bemis, Agent ; Chas. N. Prouty, President. 
— Special attention is directed in this industrial 
review to the " Sanitary Improvement Comiiany," 
proprietors of Howe's Patent Automatic Filters, 
etc. This company was duly incorporated in 1885 
under the laws of Maine, with a capital ofS2.J0,000. 
The following gentlemen are the officers, viz. : 
Chas. N. Prouty, president ; Joseph W. Temple, 
secretary and treasurer ; Henry M. Tower, superin- 
tendent ; E. W. Berais, Worcester agent. The 
works at Spencer, Mass., are equipped with all 
modern machinery, tools, and appliances. The 
com|iany has opened an office in Boston, at No. 27 
l)cvonsliire street. As sole proprietors of Howe's 
Patent Automatic Filters, Faucets, and Improved 
Sy.stem of Water App!iances,theSanitary Improve- 
ment Company has gained an enviable re]iutation, 
owing to the ease and efficiency with which all im- 
purities, such as lime, clay, chalk, etc., arc removed 
from water b)' its superior specialties, making it 
absolutely pure andfree from deleterious substances. 
This system and the appliances are constructed 
upon new and most approved sanitary principles, 
and have no superiors in this comitry or Euro])e. 
Seeing the advantage of a representation in Wor- 
cester, the company opened a branch in this city 
imder the able management of E. W. llemis, who 
is a thoroughly practical mechanic, and promptly 
supply all necessary plans and specifications. Those 
interested entering into business relations with the 
"Sanitary Improvement Company" will find all 
transactions not only pleasant but profitable. 



LEADING MAmiFACTURERS AXD MF.RCrTANTS. 



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The People's Saving-.s B.iitk, No. 452 

M.iiu Street. — Tiie People's .S.iviiigji Kiiilc is one of 
the stroiigeit, ra)ot Uoel'iil, aid pnj.speniui institu- 
tions in Worcester. Tlie ban'.i was injorporated 
M.iy l.itli, Ij ii.anJ b/ tlieen-jr^'y, t'aitlifulnesstotlie 
interests of tlie depositors, tinJ tlie souni and jiidi- 
cioas business priujiples governing its nunage- 
m nit, lias acliieved widi popularity and reared a 
saperstructure of sym.nitry and power. It is 
plainly a savings b.ui!c, free fr.jm tlie varied and 
coinple.x transj.i;tioiis appertaining to tlie character 
of other finmeial co.i^erns, and the close personal 
attentim of all wlio exercise executive authority is 
given to the preservation of the ri;;hts and interests 
of tlioie whose nuney it holds. Deposits are 
received in sums from §1.1) ) to iil,O0:). Dividends 
are p.iyable on Febru iry 1 ")th and August 1.5tli of each 
year, and where they are allowed to remain are 
credited as deposits. The statement of the People's 
SavinT;s liink, as published in February of the 
present year, 1336,shaws it to be in a most flourish- 
ing and substantial condition. The Hgures are as 
follows: Statement; Liabilities — Deposits, 64,395,- 
7i7.86; Dividend No. 43, )S)0!2,593.2i; guarantee 
fund, $j5,oS7.-51; profit and loss, $10,61)3.43; sus- 
pense account, SJ.Ol'J.'Jl; total, $4,o9S,.>57.99. 
Assets —Public funds, market value, §485,742.00; 
r.iilroad bonds, market value, !!i502,o45.50; bank 
stock, mirket value, $5lS,-')l').35; loans on real 
estate, §l,o71,19j.O:i; loans on personal security, 
$.)}5,05'i.O.); loans to cities and towns, So3,600.(IO ; 
all otlier loans, §1,02").0J; real e.state, bank build- 
ing, $57,30^.24; realeitate, by foreclo.sure.S 13,529.67; 
interest, $52,303.10; cash in bank.s on interest, 
S10J,471.57; cash on hand, $14,473.57; total, 
:$4,69S,294.S9. E.xcessof assets, $17,736.90; guarantv 
fund, $98,537.51; profit and loss, $10,663.43; sur- 
plus, $2)),937.S7. The oficers, managers, and 
Boards of Auditors an 1 Investment are; President, 
Samuel R. Heywood; vice-presidents, Calvin Fos- 
ter, Aug. N. Carrier, William W Rice, Sumner 
Pratt, Thomas M. Rogers, I'hilip L. Moen ; mana- 
gers, Henry A. Mirsh, Warren Williams, Harlan 
P. Duncan, James P. Hamilton, Charles K Whit- 
ing, John S. Bildwin, E l.vard W. Vaill, Horace 
Wyman, Samuel D. Nye, Francis K. Oaskill, I'heo- 
dire C. Bates; clerk, Henry C. Rice; Board of 
Investment, Samuel R. Hevwood, Calvin Foster, 
.Vug. N. Currier, Thomas M. Rogers, Edward W. 
Vaill, Warren Williams, Samuel D. Nye; Board of 
.Vu litor.s, James P. Hamilton, Francis A. Gaskill, 
John S. Baldwin; C. M. ISent, treasurer; Fred- 
erick Kimball, teller and bookkeeper; Fred. W. 
White, asst. bookkeeper; H. B. Fairbanks, clerk. 
They are severally men of ability, honor, and integ- 
rity. The building occupied is a sjilendid four- 
story marble front structure, and one of the must 
eligible sites in the city. The o'iice hours are from 
nine to one, and two to four on all davs except 
Saturdays, when the bank is open from nine to one 
and six to eight. 

GRorjre W. Shillaber & Co., Jobbers 
and Retailers of Wall Papers, Curtains, etc., No. i 
3i Front Street. — Among the houses engaged in j 
the above important business in this citv may be 
presented the establishment of Messrs. (renrge W. 
Shillaber & Co., who;e premises are located at No. 
34 Front street. This bouse was founded in 1876 
bv Mr. (xeorge W. Shillaber, who was Inrn in Pea- 
body, Mass., in 1S42, and died in March, 1884. 



Since his death the business has been successfully 
conducted by his widow, Mrs. Shillaber. The prem- 
ises occupied CO, uprise the lir.^t lloor and basement, 
each of whicli has an area of 3 Jx 130 feet. The store 
is fitted u|) in a rich and higlily artistic manner. 
The line of goods carried cannot be surpassed, and 
include all the pre.se.it staples and novelties iu tlie 
trade. Among those may be jiarticularized the 
fashionable gold, silver, and bron'.e .styles at present 
in vogue, as well as many other styles too numer- 
ous to mention. The stock carried is replete with 
the best and most reliable papers in the tr.ide. 
The business done is very large and widespreading. 
It is not only the headquarters for wall papers of 
all <lescriptions. but for everythi ig novel and 
choice in the line of window sharles, Scotch and 
.■Vmeriean Hollands, opaque cloths, etc., all of which 
are offered at the lowest market prices. The care- 
ful anil perfect hanging of wall papers, and the 
fixing of window shades, etc, form an im;iortant 
feature in the busine.3S. and prom;it attention is 
given to all orders. Twelve experienced hands 
are emidoyed, and the success achieved by this 
house has been justly merited. 

T. D. Gard, Manufacturing Jeweler and 
Manufacturer of all kinds of Regalias, Jewels, 
Charms, Rings, etc , Room 2. No. 3J3 Main Street 
— The growth of tlie manufacture of the jewelry 
trade of the L'niteil States has of late years been as 
substantial and steady as tliat of any other of our 
great industries. Our people ai-e all the time add- 
ing to tlieir worldly we.dtli, and coincident there- 
with is a refined and correct taste in tlie matter of 
jiersonal adornment. Hence t!ie productions of the 
better class of jewelry houses meet with a steady 
appreciation, and both old concerns and new ones 
find that larger demands are male upon their re- 
sources. Rii h and beautiful jewelry is always 
attractive — in fict, there is n itliiug manufactured 
for personal sliow which ii so much sought after 
and in which there is so great and eliarniing a 
v.iriety. One of the principal houses engaged in 
this irade in the citv of Worcester is that of Mr. 
T. D. (iard, Room 2, No. 393 Main street. The 
business was established in 18 17, almost a score of 
years ago, and from the date of its inception has 
always received a liberal and solid patronage. The 
premises occupied are spacious and commodious, 
admirably arranged, and thoroughly equipped 
with every appliance necessary for the successful 
transaction of business. Mr. Gard manufactures 
to or ler breast and scarf pins, sets, collar, cufi; 
and sleeve buttons, rings, bracelets, chains, etc. 
He makci a specialty of society goods fur Ma- 
sonic, Knights Templar, Odd Fellows, Knights 
of Pythias and other organizations' presenta 
tion-jewels, charms, rings ba Iges, etc., all of 
which he manufactures in the niistadmirable man 
ner, and by their diversity anl beauty render it 
easy to select here the finest an 1 latest designs at 
prices that cannot be duplicateil elsewhere. He 
also makes a specialty of m.innfactnring regalias nf 
everv description in the most artistic manner. Mr. 
T. D. Ctard is a native of St. John's, N. B., and has 
re.^idei herefor manyye.irs, having established this 
business nearlv twenty years ago, while the equit- 
able manner in which he conducts business, as well 
as the admirable quality of the goods manufactured, 
are reasons sufficipntly obvious whv )iatrons would 
do well to place their orders with this house. 



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CTTY OF WORCESTER. 



H. C. £arle, Machinist, Fine Machine Joij- 
biiig a Specialty, JS'o. I'J") Front Sli-eet.— Tliis busi 
neis was estaUushcil several years ago liy Messrs. 
iiurie & Davis, llie latter gentleman withdrew 
from tlie business in 1883, since wliicb lime it lias 
been conducted Ijy Mr. li. C. Karle aione, and I'mm 
the date of its inception has received a liberal pat- 
ronage, and has achieved a reputation for the excel- 
lent quality of tlie work executed. The premises 
occupied are equipped witli tlie latest machinery 
and appliances for the prosecution of the business. 
Mr. Karle is prepared to manufacture all kinds of 
electrical apparatus to order at tlie sliortest notice 
and lu.ist reasonable prices, and makes a specialty 
of all brandies of tine luacliine jobbing. He also 
makes an improved Bunsen burner for heating 
small tods for forging, tempering, etc., and for 
hj.iting sm.ill quantities of liquids, soldering, or for 
otiier uses where a small llame and intense heat are 
wanted. These burners are admirably suited for 
dentists, jewelers, machinists, laboratories, etc. The 
facilities of this reliable house for the production 
of first-class work in these lines are unsurpassed. 
lie employs none but the most skillful and pro- 
ficient meclianics, and being an experienced and 
practical man, he carefully supervises all the work. 
The trade is large and extends throughout the New 
England States. -Mr. H. O. Earle is a native of 
tbis city, ami maintains a high reputation for 
li..norable, strightforv/ard ileal ing. 

W. J. Judge, Hats and Gents' Furnishing 
Goods, No. Ibli i'ront Street.— An impirtant house 
engaged in the hat and gents' furnishing goods 
business is that of Mr. W. J. Judge, No. llij 
Front street. iUthough but recently established 
(June, 188(i), he has been the recipient of a very 
large and intiuenlial support, and bis establishment 
has gained a verv envhible popularity for theexccl- 
len,:e of its gootls and the extremely low prices at 
which thev are sold. The premises occupied 
are conven'ientlv located, spacious and commodiou.s. 
vei-v handsomely fitted up, and thoroughly equipped 
with everv convenience and accommodation for the 
large and' finely selected assortment of goods, em- 
bracing white and fancy colored dress shirts, neck- 
wear of the very latest and most fashionable de- 
signs and stvles^ underwear, hosiery, night and 
niifKiin robes, collars, cnfls, handkerchiefs, canes, 
umbrellas, scarf-pins, studs, collar, cuff, and sleeve 
buttons. He also carries a full line of hats and j 
caps of the latest and most fashionable patterns, 
soft, fur. wool, etc. Mr. Judge makes it a special ; 
feature of his business to charge no fancy prices for ' 
his goods, but marks everytbing down to the very j 
lowest price consistent with f.iir dealing. He is a 
native of Massachns tts, and held in the highest 
estimation for his straightforward and honorable 
business methods. 

"L. Giicrriil, Carriage Manufacturer, No. 8 
Warren Street, near Front Street —Mr. Onerrin 
was born in Canada in IS' 0, and in 1876^ took up | 
his residence in tills city, and founded his present i 
enterprise in 1880. Since its inception the business 
has largely increased, attaining very liandsomepro- 
portions. The premises occuiiied for tlie business! 
comprise a two-story building .'^■2x48 feet in dimen- i 
sious. The workshops are equipped witli the most 
improved tools and app'iances. and from six to 
eight men are constantly employed. Carriages of j 



every description are built to order, and repairing 
and painting are promptly attended to. Sign 
painting is also executed with promptness and dis- 
patch, Mr. Cuerrin is a practical carriage builder 
of long experience in the bu.-iness. He exercises 
a close personal supervision over all departmentsof 
his establishment. CJood work, rea.soua I ile charges, 
and promptness in the execution of all orders are 
the lines upon which this business is conducted, 
and, as a result, the house enjoys a [irosperous trade. 

Dr. Hicks Lugriii, No. 5.54 Main Street. — 
By the use of magnetism in its various furms, either 
by apjjiication of a battery or the wearing of mag- 
netic garments, sliields, or belts, a.s needed, all forms 
of chronic as \vell as acute diseases may be pr3- 
vented. Among tliose prominently engaged in this 
ilepartment of medical science in the city of Wor- 
cester is Dr. Hicks Lugrin. He established this 
business about live years ago on ^lain street, but 
removed to his present quarters about a year ago. 
He occuiues a line suit of rooms — four in number — 
wdiich are luxuriously furnished and lilted up in 
the most elaborate manner, and the number of his 
patients are daily increasing. His laboratory is 
supplied with all the latest improvements that 
science has produced, and the greatest care is 
observed in the manufacture of his appliances. 
The Doctor is a regular Eclectic graduate, which 
enables him to bring into his scope of practice a 
1 full knowledge of materia medica and surgery \vilh 
j his knowledge of galvanism, electricity, and" their 
ettects upon the human system. He is also the 
inventiir of a ])rocess — for which he is about to 
apply for a patent— which prevents the magnets 
from corroding and yet not diminishing their 
power. Dr. Hicks Lugrin was born in St. Jolin.s, 
X. B., and has been a resident i^f this city thirty-five 
years. He has had a wide and valuable medical 
experience, devoting especial attention to magnetic 
subjects, 

F. E. Goodwin, lioots. Shoes, and Rubbers 
No. SI54 Main Street. — A prominent house engaged 
in this trade is that of Mr. F. E. Goodwin, who 
has been in business for thirty-one years, except 
about four years, when be served in our late civil 
war. After honorable disciiarge be settled in Ko- 
chester, N. Y., in the shoe business, and came to 
Worcesterin 1881, after an absence of twenty years. 
In quality, style, and finish, Mr. Goodwin's goods 
have obtained an enviable reputation, especially 
with the best and most relined classes of our citi- 
zens. In his stock will always be found a com- 
plete assortment of fine and medium grade of boots, 
■hoes and gaiters for gentlemen, youths, and boys, 
and in the line of articles for ladies, misses, and 
children, everything that is new, fashionable, and 
stylish, from the strong walking-boot to the dainty 
kid sli|iper. Mr. Goodwin makes a specialty of the 
improved welt shoe, which, for durability, elastic- 
ity, and comfort to the foot, cannot be excelled, and 
are rajiidly superseding all other shoes in the mar- 
ket. His assorlment of goods is unexcelled as to 
quality, style, and finish, and his prices will be 
found even lower than those of any similar estab- 
lishment. Tlie premises occupied are spacious, 
and fitted up in the most attractive and comfort- 
able manner, while the attendance upon customers 
is |)rn;npl, polite, and courteous. Mr. Goodwin is a 
native of Sterling, Mass. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



83 



John Keiulall, Hats, Cap«, Furs, and Horse 
Blanket-;, No. Slo Main .Street. — The sul'Stantial 
and progressive eharacter of tlie mercantile fra- 
teridty of Worcester is evidenced by the many 
honse ; that have for long yeas labored in the great 
thoronghfares of trade and still remain fnll of their 
original viijjor. .V notable examiile i-; the veteran 
house of John Kendall, No. ol.') Main street. It 
was fonndod in IS-tIi by J. 11. Knights, t) whom 
Mr. Kendall sncceedc(l in ISlii 'i he career of the 
concern lias been a continnoiis and uijbrolcen record 
of success and expansion, and a business is now 
transacted which fiintsnp many thousands of dollars 
per aunmn. The biiildma; occupied is athree-story 
granite structure, ]:!Ox'jr> feet in dimensions, vvitli 
siiacious basement, giving ample room for all the 
multiplied operations of the establishment. An 
immense stock is c^arried of hats, caps, furs, and 
liorse blankets, which in quality and variety is not 
equaled by ( hat of any competitive house in the city. 
Mr. Kendall manufactures all the silk hats he 
liandles except the makes of celebrated producers, 
which he is compelled to liandle out of regard for 
the wishes of his customers. Furs of all descrip- 
tions for ladies anil gentlemen are manufactured, 
and these productions are widely preferred on 
account of their reliable quality and tlie elegance 
with which they are made. Mr. Kendall is pre- 
pared lo (ill all orders expeditiously and at the 
very lowest prices. Horn in Boylston, Mass., in 
1829, Mr. Kendall has been a resident of Worcester 
since l'>4'i, and is a most valuable member of the 
commercial comnnnnty. 

Divi.sion No. 43, N. E. P. Union, Fine 
Groceries, No. 24 Front Street; Samuel A. Pratt, 
Agent. — This enterprise was founded in 1847 by Mr. 
Samuel A. Pratt, as the agent of the New England 
Protective Union, and it represents one lumdred 
and tliirfv members of the L'nion. The business 
was started with a ca|utal of ?i7llO, in Newton's 
Block, on Front street, and it was removed to its 
present locatimi at No. 21 Front street in January, 
1S78. The house has a trade amonntiiig to over 
$l.iO,OOll a year, and this is constantly increasing. 
The premises occupied comprise the (ir.st floor and 
basement of the building, together with a storehouse 
in the rear 110xl!"< feet in dimensions. The store 
is very tastefully fitted up ami admirably arranged, 
and the exigencies of the business require the con- 
stant services of nine competent assistants. The 
stock embraces a full and complete line of staple 
and fancy groceries, teas and coft'ees of the tinest 
brands, canned goods in great variety, table delica- 
cies of every desci'iiition, etc.; and a specialtv is 
made of handling all the leading |iatent medicines 
of acknowledged merit. The facilitiesof the house 
for jn'omptly Idling orders are of the most arn]de 
char.icter, and the honse has the reputation for 
dealing in the best quality of goods at the lowest 
prices. The house has a large patronage and its 
business relations are widespread. Mr. Pratt was 
born in Shrewsbury, Mass., in 1S22, and he has been 
a resident of Worcester since October, ISlfi. He is 
widely known and is very jiopnhir in the commu- 
nity. Tn conclusion we m;iy say, that the business 
is conducted iipon princijdes of liberal ami fiir 
dealing, ami onr readers can rest assured of meeting 
with such treatment at the hands of Mr. Pratt and 
his assistants as is in keeping with an honorable 
record of nearly fortv vears. 



Charles S. Redding: & Co., Dealers in 
Wool Waste, Woolen Rags, etc.. No. 2 Bigelow 
Court, Front Street. — In every manufacturing in- 
dustry there is always unavoidably more or less 
waste, (U-, at all events, material useless for that 
I jiarticnlar industry. It is, therefore, collected and 
solil til those who may put it to some good use. In 
the manufacture of woolen goods there is much of 
this waste which is entirely useless to sjiin into 
yarn, and if an attempt sliould be made to do so 
the fabric would be of the most [loor and valueless 
I description. There is also much of the wool \va te 
which, if well worked and spun with wool, will 
; make smoother and better yarn than wool alone, 
; and give a better linish and feeling to the g-ods. 
j Among those who receive this wool waste and Hock 
j are Messrs. Charles S. liedding A: ( 'o., who f. ,unded 
their enterprise in Octolier, 1885, and have since 
built up a large and pros]ierous business. The 
firm receive consignments of wool waste from the 
many mills in the New Enghind States, and sell 
thesame on commission to manufacturers of shoddy, 
felts, etc. (Joods made tip from this material enjov 
a popularity and coriimand a large sale all iiver the 
country. The firm are .-ilso the New England 
agents for ti. W. Patton & Co., for the sale of 
woolen rags. The iiremises occnpieil for the busi- 
ness comprise the third Door, which is 75x40 feet 
in dimensions, of the building No. 2 Bigelow court. 
Three clt'rks are employed, and the house has every 
facility for jiromptly and satisfactorily (illing all 
orders. The linn have quickly secured a leading 
jmsition in this |)articiihir business. Mr. Redding, 
the acting member of the llrm, is a native of tliis 
city, and a young man of great energy and enter- 
prise. 

Ciittins- & Bishop, Building Contractors, 
Foster Street, formerly No. ",1 ( 'entral Street. — The 
field of enterprise for the erection of extensive build- 
ings and public works is of great dimensions in the 
Fnitcd States. American building contractors have 
fully kept jiace with the demand, and iiroininent 
among the comparalive few in Worcester who have 
by force of merit become noted for the success with 
which they have invariably accomplished every 

i undertaking is the reliable firm of JMessrs. CuttiugA 
Bishop, whose otlice and worksho|is are located at 

! Foster street, formerly No. 81 Central street, 50x70, 
and four stories with basement. This business was 
established in 187U by Mr. J. W. Bishoji, who cnn- 

' ducted it till 1S81, when the present firm was organ- 
ized under the style and title of Cutting i\: Bi-liop. 
The partners, Messrs. G-. II. Cutting and ,1. W. 

i Bishop, have had great experience as building con- 
tractors, and have carried to a successful conqile- 

[ tion many important edifices, intluilingsome of the 

I finest mills in New England and elsewhere. They 
possess every facility and give cnqiloyment con- 
stantly to two hundred skilled workmen. Messrs. 
Cutting A Bisho]i are preiiared at all times to con- 
tract for the re]iair and .-ilteration of old premises, 
and the erection of new buildings of every descrip- 

'' timi, and can always be relied upon to spare no 
time or pains to fulfill the expectations of their 
patrons. Mr. ( 'utting is a native of \'ermont, while 
his partner. Mr. Bishop, was born in Rhode Island. 
.\s building contractors they undertake the erection 
of the mosi extensive and difficult works, and no 
more honorable, rcli.ible, andsnceessful builders can 

I be found in the ranks of the profession. 



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CITY OF WORCESTER. 




Pentecost Steam Generating- Com- 
pany, Xo. loG Union .Street ; Wm. II. Sawyer, Pres- 
ident; L. L. Wliitney, Secretary and Treasurer. — 
The use of steam for warming buildings liaslatterly 
become well under- 
st'iod. The old lire- 
place, though a valu- 
able au.xiliary for ven- 
tilation, cannot be de- 
pended on for warming 
purposes. The hot-air 
furnaces, with theirlong 
train of evils, are giving 
way rapidly to steam. 
Special attention is di- 
rected to the Pentecost 
Steam Generating (om- 
l)anv,which was founded 
in iss4 by Mr. \V. A. 
Pentecost, who retired 
in 1885, when the pre- 
sent company was duly 
incorporated, 1 he fol low- 
ing being the oihcers, 
viz.: \Vm. H. Sawyer, 
president; L. L. Whitney, secretary and treasurer. 
The Pentecost steam generator is made from the 
best materials, simple in construction, durable and 
economical. It has been the aim of the proi>rictor3 
n )t 10 produce the cheapest heater in the niarlcet, 
but the best, and those intending to use steam for 
heatin:! cannot do better than give a thorough e.v- 
iiraination to the Pentecost steam generator, which 
is absolutely unrivaled for ellicicncy and excel- 
lence. The lirst co-t of stich an apparatus is small 
compared with the cost of ab lildiug, and when put 
into the s?.ile agiinstother iteuuof show every pru- 
dent man will d^^oide in favor of steam warming by 
means of the Pentecost steam generator. Messrs. 
Sawyer and Whitney, the officers of the company, 
are iii','lily esteemed for their business capacity and 
integrity. Those desirous of securing a steam gen- 
erator will find that the Pentecost wUl give better 
satisfaction than any other in the market. 

Reinboltl & Marsh, Manufacturers, Whole- 
sale an 1 Reuiil Dealers in Pure C mfectionery. No 
511 Main Street and Xo. 21 .VUen Court ( Franklin 
Square). — Probably no business lias had a more 
rapid growth during the past fifty years than the 
ramufucture of confeclionery, and this is mainly 
due to the energy and enterprise of the manu- 
facturers of the article. The leading house en- 
gaged in this business in Worcester is that of 
Msssrs. Reinbold & Marsh, ra inuficturers, whole- 
sale ani retail dealers in pure confectionery, lo- 
cated at No. -all Main street and No. 21 Allen 
court. This house was founded i i 1870 under its 
present style, and the business has been conducted 
with the greatest ability, enterprise, and skill, re- 
sulting in a large and inluential trade throughout 
the citv and county. They occupy a fine, large 
store and bi^ement, 2ox00 feet each, the manu- 
facturing department being equiii|ied with nil t'le 
latest appliances kn iwn to the trade and furnish- 
ing employment to ten skilled h inds. Purity has 
ever been the main essential witli the goods of this 
house, and the advantases of dealing witli an cstab- 
lisiiment where none but the purest and best coods 
are manufactured or sold are at once manifest to 
both dealers and consumers. The largest and best 



assortment of candies and confectionery in the city 
is always to be found here, and sold at (irices which 
add greatly to the popularity of the house, A 
specialty is made cf'Iar Cough Drops and Peerless 
Cough Drop.s. The members of the firm are Messrs. 
A, J. Keinbold and C. !•'. Marsh, both able, practi- 
cal business men, enterprising and honorable in all 
their mercantile transactions, and well worthy of 
the confidence and patronage of the general public. 

H. T. Farrar, Eeal Estate and Mortgages, No. 
."ST Main Street.— No financial interest of AVorccstcr 
isof such paramount iniportanceasthat involved in 
real estate, which has more than held its own with 
conservative capitalists as the best form of invest- 
ment security — which depends, however, upon the 
choice of eligibly situated iiro]!crty, and there is no 
safeguard better fiu' investors than the securing the 
benefit of the sound judgment and practical experi- 
ence of one of our responsible real estate houses. 
Prominent among the number thus referred to is 
that of Mr. H. T. Farrar, No. oS7 Main street. 
This business has only recently been establislicd bv 
Mr. Tarrar, who is a thoroughly ])ractical business 
man; and having been a resid(nt of Worcester for 
the last twenty-one years, possesses an intimate 
knowledge of the residential and business .sections 
' of the city and iis vicinity. Mr. Farrar gives care- 
\ ful attention to the sale, e.xchange, purchase, and 
I letting of properties, and to the collection of rents. 
He hUewise makes a specialty of the care and man- 
agement of estates, and gives them the closest atten- 
tion, securing responsible tenants, eflectinj,' repairs 
in the most judicious manner, and generally main- 
faiuing all properties placed in his hands at the 
highest standard. As anegotiatorof loans on bond 
and mortgage he liae met with marked success. 
Merchants and manufacturers desirous of disposing 
of their busii;ess or persons wishing to purthase 
receive prompt attention. Mr. Farrar possesscss 
j ample facilities and connections for conducting all 
I operations under the most favorable auspices, and 
is always prepared to render his customers everv 
possible advantage. He is a native of Princeton, 
Mass., and is highly regarded in mercantile life for 
j his ability and integrity. His varied experience, 
j keen appreciation of valucs]>rcsent and j)ro,spective, 
together with a large acquaintance with business 
men, render his services peculiarly valuable to 
\ parties dealing in realties, and any btisincs.s in- 
trusted to his care is always faithfully and hcnor- 
ably attended to in every partirular, Mr. Farrar 
has been appointed agent for the Western Farm 
Miu'tgage Company of Fav.rencc, Kansas, a ecmi- 
pany with a capital of over a quarter of a million 
dcdlars, with a reputation as one of the most reliable 
institutions in the country for negotiating real 
estate loans in the West, the statement being made 
that they have been in business over ten years and 
have loaned millionsof dollars in that time without 
losing a dollar for their customers. The investor 
holds all the papers, such a.s the application, 
abstract of title (from the government down to the 
borrower', mortgage deed and note; besides this 
the comjiany guarantees the princi]\d and interest 
at the rate of six per cent net to the investor, 
interest pav.able semi-:innually. Investors can in- 
vent in these mortgajes stmis from .S200 upward. 
He is also a^ent for the Texas Loan .-\gency, which 
has a paid in capital of i!200,000 and guarantees 
■ eight per cent, to investors. 



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Klchard Healy, New York Suit and Cloak 
Stoiv, MaiuifacUirer and KetaLltr of Ladies' and 
Cldldroii's Cloakd and fiuits, Ko. 512 JIaiii .Slrett. 
— Worcester lias long been noted fortlie enterprise 
and energy of its mereliauts and mannfaetur- 
ers, li'.it in no brancli of industrial activity has 
greater progress b^eu made tiuni in the production 
of ladies' and children's cloaks and suits. This is 
abundantly demonstrated to any one who inspects 
the fnhionably manufactured specialties of Mr. 
Kichard Ilealy, l>^ew York ."^nit and Cloak Store, 
No. 'iVl Main Street, and reali/.es fioru a practicsl 
test the exquisite style and elegant hnish of all gar- 
ments leaving this establishment. This business 
was established by Mr. Ilealy in 1832, since which 
period lie has built up a large and perinauont trade 
from the refined and inlhiential classes of the city 
and its vicinity. The premises occupied comprise 
an extensive store and ba.seiiient, 2-3x12.5 feet in 
diu.eiision.s, fully equipped with every appliance 
and facility for the accommodation and dis[ilay of 
the large and valuable stock. The store is supplied 
with electric lights, and is one of the mo-it elegant 
in the city. Mr. Ilealy manufactures largely ladies' 
and children's cloaks and suits, which are made 
after the latest Paris fashions, and forquality, slyle, 
and excellence are absolutely uiisurp;u>sed by those 
produced by the leading houses of Boston, New 
York, or i^hiladelphia. Tlie latest novelties in 
ladies' walking jackets are found here in great va- 
riety, all quoted at unusually low prices. Thirty 
experienced assistants, etc., are employed, and it is 
the earnest dejire of the proprietor to merit by the 
strict principles of e(piity a continuance of the 
liberal support already accorded. Mr. Ilealy was 
born in Ireland, but has resided in the United 
States for many years. He is held in the highest 
estimation by t'ae community for his strict integ- 
rity and sound business principles, and well de- 
serves the large measure of success attained by his 
industry, skill, and energy. 

Eilwar;! B. Clapi), Fashionable Hats and 
Fine l'"urnishings, No. 3(i-') Main Street. — A popu- 
lar headcpiarters for the gentlemen of Worcester in 
the line of hats, caps, and furnishing goods is the 
establishment of Mr. Edward 15. Clapp, at No. oli-j 
Main street. This gentleman established himself 
he'-e in 1882, and has become well and favorably 
kn'i'.vn as an extensive dealer in fashionable hats 
and line furnishings of all kinds. He occupies a 
large and handsome store, 2oxC0 feet in dimensions, 
provided with elegant littings and attractive in all 
its appointments. The stock is large and complete 
in all its departments, and consists of the latest 
styles and most fashionable patterns of hats, cap.s, 
gloves, neckwear, silk hosiery, dress shirts, Cardigan 
jackets, waterjiroof coats, silk umbrellas, wedding 
outfits, party outlits, undergarments, handkerchiefs, 
mniilers, jiulf scarfs, suspenders, braces, studs, bath 
robes, athletiegoods, PuUm.an caps, traveling shirts, 
night shirts, Dcjoinvilles, Pajamahs, silk wristers, 
seal wrislers, driving gloves, fonr-in-hands, scarf 
pins, link cuffs, dress collars, canes, and a thousand 
and one other articles included in a gentleman's 
outfit and wardrobe, all of which are guaranteed to 
be as represented, and sold at prices which defy 
successful competition. Mr. Clapp was born in 
Worcester thirty-five years ago, is thoroughly enter- 
prising and progressive in all his business methods, 
and very popular with the public. 



Henry Walker, Dealer in Furniture. Carpets, 
S;ove.s, Kanges, and Ilousefurnishing Cioods, JNos. 
22-5 and 22/ Main Street. — Prominent among the 
e.xtensive houses in Worcester dealing in furniture, 
carpets, and other articles of houseiio d necessity 
is that of Mr. Henry Walker, Xos. 22-> and 227 
Main street. It was founded in 186G by II. If. 
Ames & Co., who were succeeded by the present 
proprietor in 1880. The house is one of the most 
substantial and enterprising in the city, and has 
enjoyed twenty years of unbroken and con- 
tinued prospe.-ity, conlribuling w ith ability to the 
wants ot the population and maintaining its high 
reputation as a most valuable source of supply. A 
four-story building iso cupied2.'jxl2-jfcet, together 
with a commodious and well-arranged basement. 
The entire premises are fitted up conveniently and 
attractively, and every facility is had for the dis- 
play and inspection of the large stock, which em- 
braces furniture, ca pets, stoves, ranges, baby car- 
riages, ami general Ilousefurnishing goods. Tlie 
dificjrent lines, while including all the grades for 
which there is a regular demand, are selected with 
experienced judgment, particular attention being 
given to the quality of each article. Mr. Walker 
has the most favorable arrangements in force with 
manufacturers, from whom he makes his purchases 
direct, and buying in large lots he obtainssuch con- 
cessions as justify him in oli'ering inducements in 
the way of ]iriccs that make his establishment a 
popular resort for all who seek the most reliable 
goods at the minimum of cost. The business is care- 
fully niaiiagod and all possible a Ivantages are se- 
cured to customers. The comideteness and variety 
of the stock, the hiw quotations, and the liberal and 
honorable methods prevailing make t!ie house a 
most desirable one with whicli to deal. Mr. Walker 
is an energetic and responsible trade representative, 
and deservedly holds the esteem and conhdence 
of his patrons and the public at large. 

Waverly House, Nos. 113, 115, and 117 
Front Street, and No. 3 rrumbull Street, Henry Hay, 
Proprietor. — The Waverly House, of Worcester, 
Mass., was first opened to the public in 1S70 by the 
present proprietor, Mr. Henry Hay. It is located 
at Nos. 113, 11.5, and 117 Front street, and No. 3 
Trumbull street, a. id is a splendid six-story build- 
ing, admirably arranged, and contains eighty rooms. 
The furniture has been selected with great taste, 
and the utmost care lias been taken with regard 
to sanitary arrangements. Altogether no expense 
has been spared in any particular, and this, coupled 
with the experience and practical knowledge dis- 
played in the general arrangements, has resulted in 
as near perfection in all dct:iils as can be desired. 
In the management of the Waverly everything 
has been reduced to a complete system, and the 
cuisine of the house leaves nothing to be desired. 
Everything of the best thai the market can furnish 
is to be found in the menu, and the stock of wines 
anil liquors is jirocurcd dircitfrom the most famous 
houses. The halls and corridors are spacious and 
convenient, while the rooms are commodious, hand- 
somely furnished, and complete in all their appoint- 
ments. Horse cars to and from the de|iot ])ass the 
door, while the rates charged, two to two and a half 
dollars per day, are remarkably moderate. Mr. 
Hay is a native of Worcester, and has attained the 
highest reputation as a liberal-minded and atten- 
tive host. 



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CITY OF WORCESTER. 



Jennings «& Hartli.in, Alanufacturers of 
and Deulurs in tlie Kovul I^teiun Heater, No. ;i3 
Pearl .street. — The royal steam heater lias been in 
use now lor some time, and jjives entire satisfaction 
in every instance, iimving to be the best, t'lieapest, 
and most etlifient steam generator in use. it has 
been demonstrated by nHinerons severe tests to be 
the most economieal as regards fuel, the most dura 
ble, and absolutely the safest, being as harmless as 




the teakettle upon the cook-stove. It is positively 
free from dust and ooal gas, which arc inestimable 
advanta','03 from a sanitary point of view. The 
warmth created by a steam beater is much tiie most 
healthful, tlie atmosphere being so dilierent from 
tlie parched dryness peculiar to hot-air healers 
and such a prolilic cause of lung trouliles. The 
royal steam lieaters are manufactured of the very 
best materials, the boilers being made of the best 
rolled steel plate, and are tested to eighty or one 
hundred pounds' pressure before being put into 
use. The construction is simple, jierfect, and the 
most satisfactory results have been obtained. The 
grate is of the most improved pattern, shaking the 
ashes from the centre a.s well as the outside eilge, 
doing away with the use of any poker; thereby tlie 
fire can be better regulated, saving a large per- 
centage of fuel, preventing the escape of coal gas, 
while the pressure of steam can be better regulated, 
and there is absolute safety at all times. These 
excellent and uneqaled lieaters are manufactured 
by Messrs. Jennings & Ilarthan. The business, 
although but recently established, has received a 
verv liberal and substantial iiatronage from the 
date of its inception, and the trade extends through- 
out nearly all of the New England States. The 
premises occupied are large and commodious, and 
a number of skilled and proficient workmen are 
constantly employed. The protirietors are both 
practical and experie'iccd, a id devote their entire 
attention to every detail of their business, and 
are prepared to give estimate: free to customers 
who may require heaters. The individual mem- 
bers of the lirm are Henry J. Jennings, who is a 
native of Brookficld. Mass , and Warren 1'. Ilar- 
than, who was born in (Suilford, Conn. They are 
noted for their honorable methods and sterling 
integrity, and whose equitable policy and splendid 



heating apparatus are creating for them enviable 

reputations and an ever-widening range of sub- 
stantial business pro.sperity. 

A. II. Sears & Co., Ice Order, Ofiice and Ice 
De[iot, No. 55 Central (Street; Order Office, No. 8 
Pearl Street. — Among the active, energetic, and 
old-established business enterprises in Worcester, 
and which enjoy a high rcpiuation in the lom- 
inerciai communily, must be uiinibcrcd that of 
Messrs. A. II. Sears c\i Co. The o|)eralions of this 
tirm are very extensive, and necessitate the em- 
ployment of over thirty hands and a large number 
of teams. The ofiice and ice dejiot of the firm are 
located at No. Ti.") Central street, where tliey occupy 
a building covering an area of 4(1x125 feet. Their 
order othce is situated at No. 8 Pearl street, and all 
orders left here will receive prompt attention. 
Messrs. A. II. Sears & Co. esiablishcd themselves 
in business fifteen years ago, Mr. A. II. Sears tcm- 
mencing business in Worcester in IS-IG, and the 
firm have since steadily bnilt up a large patronage, 
whicli extends to all parts of the city, and has, 
during the last ten years, increased fully two liiin- 
dred and fifty per cent. The firm make a specialty 
of sujiplying pure, clean, and clear ice, drawing 
their supplies from the best sources. The prices 
charged are always reasonable, and customers can 
rely upon prompt and etiective service. The firm 
also deals in well-seasoned wood, and sells the same 
at low prices. The members composing the firm 
are, Messrs. A. II. Sears and John \. Sears, father 
and son. The former was born in Sandwich, JIass., 
in 1822, and has lived in Worcesler since his youth. 
He is a thoroughly ]iractical business man. Mr. 
John A. Sears was born in this city in lS-19, and 
has always lived here. He is an energetic busine,ss 
man Both gentlemen are held in the highest esti- 
mation in commercial circles. 

Worcester Collar Laundry, No. 13 Me- 
chanic Street, C. B. Cook, Proprietor. — The Wor- 
cester collar laundry is the largest estalilishment of 
its kind m thiscity and a most useful and important 
adjunct to the conveniences enjoyed by the popu- 
lation. It was founded in 1873, and has been man- 
aged with such skill, judgment, and success that an 
extensive patronage is now ministered to in the city 
and surrounding country. Tlie works aie located 
at No. 13 Mechanic street, where the fourth iloor is 
occupied, 50x1(10 feet in area. 'J'lie mechanical 
equipment embraces the best machinery and de- 
vices that can be obtained, while employment is 
given to thirty expert hands. The work is care- 
fully and systematically directed and the highest 
order of excellence is uniformly mnintained. Collars 
and cutis are laundried in the most perfect style and 
])articular attention is devoted to shirts and gen- 
tlemen's underwear. The reputation of the house 
furnishes a .guarantee that the highest results are 
always reachcii, and it is an inliexiblc rule with 
Mr. Cook to allow no goods to leave the establish- 
ment that are not done up artistically and in the 
most superior manner. Work is called for and 
delivered without extra charge in all parts of ilie 
city, and orders are executed ]iromptly and satisfac- 
torily. The prices are very moderate, and the con- 
cern may be depended upon as reliable and respon- 
sible. A native of Massachusetts, Jlr. Cook has 
lived in Worcester since 1873. His name is that of 
an enterprising, progressive, and valuable citizen. 



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Towne&Co., Maiuifactnrers of rcrforated 
Sliuct JIutLils, Ko. SI Mechanic f^treet. — Tlie niaii- 
ufacturiiit; house of Messrs. Towne & Co. was 
foiinJetl by Mr. A. G. liemau in 184.5. The present 
tirin succeeded the founder in 1S.")8, were tlie 
lirst to mechanically introduce the business in Wor- 
cester, were for many years the only manufac- 
turers of perforated guilds in the country, and have 
acquired a very enviable rejiutation throughout the 
whole country for the superior excellence of their 
productions. The premises occupied are commodi- 
ou-', fitted n|) with special reference to the trade, 
and thoroughly eijnipped with all the latest im- 
proved and best machinery and tools necessary for 
the buiiuess. The stock is large and contains a 
full as ortraent of perforated sheet metals, compris- 
ing brass, zinc, tin, sheet-iron, and copper. The 
trade is both wholesale and retail, and extends 
throughout the United States. Their facilities 
for producing these wares areiinsnrpa^sed.and they 
are prepared at all times to execute orders of any 
magnitude at short notice and most reasonable 
prices. The individual members of the firm are P. 
I). Towne, a native of (_'harlton, Mass., and Mr. J. 
H. Dodd, who was born in lloldin, this State. 
The_v have resided many years in this city. 

J. K. Hurtsoil & Co., Proprietors of the 
Bargain Stiu'e, No. iU'J Main Street, Mechanics' 
Hall Piuilding. — A popular headquarters in the 
city is the h irgain store of Messrs. J . E. Hudson ct 
Co. This firm established themselves here in No- 
vember, 18.S."), and are widely known as dealers in 
tinware, crockery, glassware, silver-plated ware, 
baskets, perfumery, toys, fancy articles, sheet music, 
etc. The store is large and attractive in all its 
appointments, 2")xKiO feet in dimensions. One of 
the most popular features of the establishment is 
the five-cent counter, the largest in the city, and 
presenting tlie greatest bargains in a large variety 
of goods, both nseful and ornamental. Its claims 
to popular favor and public patronage are readily 
recognized on inspection, and are heartily appre- 
ciated by the host of patrons who throng the store 
from early morn till late at niglit. The patronage 
is large in both city and country. The goods are 
sold at astonishingly low prices. Mr. .J. E. Hudson, 
the active member of the firm, is a native of Ports- 
mouth, N. II., formerly in business in Boston, and 
is a young man very popular in the city. 

James 31. Odie, Jeweler, No. 219 Main 
Street. — With one of the best stocked and c(piipped 
establishments in Worcester, Mr. James M. Odie is 
carrying on an extensive business as a first-class 
jeweler. Since he founded the business of his house 
in IS71 Mr. Odie has met with nuicli succc-s. Ills 
store lias a frontage of 2o feet ami a depth of 
75 feet, and it is mo-t attractively arranged, while 
the business is conducted in the most energetic 
manner. .V large cellar also forms part of the 
premises. Mr. (.(die first started in businessat No. 
Itil Main street, and moved to lii< present commodi- 
ous quarters in 188"). He carries a large and supe- 
rior stock of jewelry of all kinds, all his goods 
being of superior designs and workmanship, while 
the prices charged are strikingly reasonable. C)ld 
gold and silver are bought, and special attention is 
given to repair work. Mr. Odie is a native of this 
State, having been born in Wrentham, Mass. 



Dr. II. W. Watkins, Dentist, Suite 115 
Walker Building, No. 40-'> Main Street— .A. repre- 
sentative dental establishment in Wcirccslcr is that 
of Dr. I [. W. Watkins, whose handsomely furnished 
parlors are localeil in the Walker building. This 
gentleman was born at tlrand Isle, \'t., iu 18-'il, and 
on July 18th, 1874, he started business in this city 
at No. 22 Pearl street, where he remained until 
August 1st, 1878, w hen he took possession of his 
present suite of rooms in the Walker Building. He 
i-i now the only tenant in the building whooccupied 
it prior to it being remodeled. Here he occupies 
three ro'im.s, which are severally 2o.x2o, 80x1."), and 
loxlO feet in dimensions. These are very liaud- 
soincly furnished and are reached by an elevator. 
They are eqniiiped with the latest improved opera- 
ting-chairs and the best appliances and tools known 
to the profession. Dr. Watkins is regarded as an 
expert in his profession. He is a thorough master 
of every branch of the dental profession, and attends 
to the cleaning and filling of teeth, the extraction 
of teeth without causing pain to the patient, and 
he supplies artificial teeth of the finest and most 
reliable quality, ease of wear and comfort to the 
wearer being guaranteed in each case. He has 
built up a large patronage, not only in the city but 
in thesnrrounding districts. He is a gentleman of 
culture and refinement. 

Proilty Brotlier.s, Stoves, Ranges, Tinware, 
etc., No. 174 Main Street. — Messrs. Prouty Brothers 
are extensive dealers in stoves, ranges, tinware, etc., 
and manufacture all kinds of tin, sheet-iron, and 
c()pperware to order. The business was first estab- 
lished in 1883 by Messrs. Locke & .Vnderson, who 
were succeeded by the present firm in January, 
18811. The premises occupied by the business com- 
prise a fine, large store 2.")xl(-IU feet in dimensions, 
and a workshop 2")x4lJ feet, po.sse~sing every facility 
for their large business. The firm aim to keep in 
stock a full assortment of stoves and ranges, em - 
bodying all the latest styles and most approved 
pattern.s, together with a varied line of kitchen 
furnishing good.s, till and copper ware, etc. .^11 
goods are purchased direct from the manufacturers 
at the lowest rates. In tin, sheet-iron, and copper 
work they accomplish the best and most thorough 
work to be found in any locality with entire suc- 
cess. Si-X hands are employecl. '1 he members of 
the firm are Messrs. A. \V. and II. Prouty, natives 
of Bellows Falls, Vt., active, energetic, and practical 
business men. 

C A. Bartlett, Meats and Provisions, No. 
0.3(3 Main Street. — One of the favorite and popular 
houses in this city engaged iu the meat and provi- 
sion trade is that of Air. ('. K. Bartlett. He occu- 
pies a line store 2")x7U feet in dimensions, and an 
oIKce, neatly fitted up, 20x2t) feet in size. This 
business was founded in 1877 by Messrs. I'orter h 
Carlton, who were succeeded in 1883 by Mr. Bart- 
lett, who has since built up a large and permanent 
patronage His store is furnished in an excellent 
manner, has marble si ib counters, etc., and presents 
a very attractive appearance. He at all times car- 
ries a sjilendid stock of moatsand provisions, which 
he supplies at the most reasonable prices. He has 
a iinmber of assistants, and every customi-r is 
as.sured of prompt attendance. .Mr. Bartlett is a 
native of Shrewsbury, Mass., and is now iu his 
thirty-first year. 



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CfTY OF WORCESTER. 



Waldo House, K. N. Start & Co., Pro- 
prietors. — .\. i)L'r('i.'jt exponent of the truly .\mi;ri- 
can science of lir.st-clasi hotel kee|]in;,'is the Wa.iio 
HoUj>3. Wurce.ster i.s oehiliratej in every iielJ of 
coramsrcinl enter|irise aiiJ indii.-.try, and e~|ieeially 
S) as rejiuvi, that c nuiile.x and adiuiral)ly man- 
aged ioititnti in— a tirst-elass hotel. In every way 
the Waldc) llonse k a re^iresentative establish- 
ment, sliarinj; erinally with two it three other 
houses the hi..;h reiintati m as standing at the head 
of the h;niness in the city of Worcester. The 
Wal lo House was first opeaeJ to the puhlic 
by Mr. Charles Lamb, sncceedjd nearly a ihinl of 
a centnry ag) by .Mr. K. N. Start A; Co. The 
lication iif the W'a'.d ) House is e!igib c and cen- 
tral. 'J he bnildings are four st iries in heiglit, 
admirably arraiged, and ara so constrncte.l as to be 
fire-;iro jf, andc )ntain nne hnndrel and lifty r.ioms. 
The halls and c rridors are s|>aoiinis and conve- 
nient, while the r loms are commodious, comfort- 
ably and handsomely furnished, .and comolete in 
all their ai)|> lintments. The cuisine of the Wald i 
House stands nnriv.iled. The catering fir it is 
condu'.'te 1 on a basis of liberality that insures the 
best and choioeit of ever^-thing that the marl;et 
affiirds, while tlie culinary department is nnd'.'rthe 
management of an e.xperienced and distinguished 
chff, in<uring satisfaction 1 1 the mist critical. The 
indiviilual members of the present copartnership 
are Messrs. K. N. and L. i!. Start, both of wliom 
are natives of r>akersKeld, Vt. They are n ted in 
hitel and cummer, iai circles for their honorable 
methods and integrity, while in s icial circ es they 
bear the highest re[iutatiiin as genial and liberal- 
minded hosts, wh ise guests ever remember with 
pleasure their delightful and comfortable .stay at 
the Waldo House. The proprietoi-s in order to 
accommodate their growing patronage are now 
erecting an additional building, joining the present 
building, •22.'c'.MJ feet, and four stories liiuli. This 
building will be completed in the early fall, and 
will be specially arranged for the accomraorlation 
of families. With one hundred and lifty rooms, 
the Waldo h;is a capacty for two hundred guests. 
Guests at the Waldo know that the table is nnsur- 
passed for its abinidance, quality, and .service, anil 
with the very reasonable rates charged and the 
splendid aecomunxiations to be furnished, it must 
become an attractive place for families seeking a 
substitute for home. To the traveling public the 
Waldo House has attractions in its rooms and at its 
table which are rarely enjoyed on the road. 

C. R. B. Claflin, Artist Photographer, Xo. 
377 Main Street.— To Mr. C. R. H. Claflin belongs 
the honor of conducting the oldest and best pho- 
tographic studio in Worcester. It has been in 
great favorwith the jmpu'ation of thiscily forover 
thirty years, and its popularity but increases as tlie 
years (lass by. It was founded in IS.'iI by Mr. C. 
R. 15. (jialliu, and the premises are finelv arranged 
to secure comf >rt for patrons and expedition in the 
work. .\ll the latest appliances and devices are 
provided, the proces.ses em[iloved being such as 
have been approveil and adopted by lea ling pho- 
tographers throucrhont the country. ]\Ir. Clatlin 
devotes his attention to every branch of the art, 
photosrajilis of everv description being produced, 
from tlic I'arte (le-visi'e to life-size. Large work is 
finished in luilia ink, crayon, or colored, and the 
very highest resttlts are guaranteed. The prices 



are fully as low as can be obtained in any first -class 
establishment, while the reliability ot' the concern 
furnishes a strong reason why it should be warmly 
su|i|iorted. Air. Clallin is a native of Ilopkinton, 
Mass., and is accomplish! d in his profession. 

MacuUiir & Son, Fine Clothing, Nos. 37i 
and ;;i'4 -Ma n .Street. — it is with pleasure that we 
present to the notice of readers of this work the 
well-known house named in the caption of lliis 
article, and it is but just to say that in the clothing 
interest of Worcester no c.ncern wields a broader 
or more healthful inlluence. The business was 
inaugurated in 18711 by A. & F. R. Alacnllar, 
father and .son, and from the beginning was accorded 
a prompt and generous recognition. The trans- 
actions are now very extensive, while in the trade 
in line clothing the h u.se distances all local com- 
petition. Mr. A. Macullar is the senior partner of 
the great Boston clothing lirmof Macnl'ar, Parker 
& Co., wh > manufacture an immense quantitv of 
goods every year that are retailed by their three 
houses — one in IJoston, one in Providence, and this 
iion.se in Worcester. The Worcester concern re- 
ceives its snpp'ies direct from this mammoth estab- 
lishment. The premises occupied are at Kos. o72 
and H74 Main street, and have a frontage of 50 
feet by a depth of SU feet. Here an immci .se stock 
of every grade cf clothing isdisjilayed, all cf which 
is clioice, fresh, and stylish, and selected with 
special reference to the wants of the local trade. 
Messrs. Macullar & Son also operate a custom de- 
partment, employing twenty skilled hands and 
tnr.iiiig out work of a high order of excellence. 
The garmenlsniade by them are generally favored 
on account of their perfect lit, correct style, and 
first-class workmanship. Both members of the lirni 
are honorable a id resprmsible gentlemen, keenly 
appreciative of trade recpiirements, and untiring in 
their etllirts to further enhance the value of their 
establishment. 

Claflin r>cntal Mannfiictiiring- Com- 
pany, Manufacturers of Dental Instruments, No. 
38 Front Street, C. R. B. Claflin, Jr., Manager.— In 
the city of Worcester the raannfactiire of dental 
instruments and supplies has attained a jirolicicncy 
untqualed in any other city in the L'nited Slates, 
a prominent firm engaged in it being the Claflin 
Dental Mannfactnring Company. The business 
was established in issl in Exchange Building, 
and wascondiii'tcd there lor a sliort time — removing 
to Walker's Block^till ISSli, when, in conseipience 
of a rapidly increasing patronage, it was removed 
to its present commodious and s[)acions jircm- 
ises. The motto of the company has ever been, 
"To excel, not to compete," and the success which 
has thus far crowned its eflbrts has been most grati- 
fying. It would be impossible to enumerate the 
various articles and instruments to be found at this 
extensive establishment. Suffice it to .say, that 
dentists or students can here be supplied with 
everything required in the practice of surgical, me- 
chanical, or operative dentistry. The repairing 
and repolishing department is also an important 
feature of this house under the immediate super- 
vision of skilled, practical mechanics. Mr. C. R. B. 
Clallin, .Jr., the manager, was born in Worcester, 
and is highly esteemed as an ingenious inventor, 
and is justly worthy of the success which has at- 
tended his career. 



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E. O. Kiiijfllt, Machinist, Manufacturer of 

Ens;ines and Boilers, No. 142 Union Street. —Mr. 
Kniylit is a machinist of estahlished reputation, 
and is especialls' entith^d to honorable mention as 
a manufacturer of steam engines and boilers. The 
business of this establishment was founded in 1S78 
by Messrs. Clark A Knight, the iire<enl i>roiirietor 
succeeding to the sole contrcd in ISSl. The prem- 
ises occu|iied ai'e well adapted for thesame, and are 
well eipii|iped with all the modern machinery and 
appliances, o[)erated by an upright engine manu- 
factured by this house for facilitating the import- 
ant worlc in hand. Tlie leading specialty of the 
busine.ss is in the manufactin-e of upright steel 
engines. In tiie construction of tliese engines steel 
is exclu-;ivcly used for all rods, shafts, ami pins. 
The pins and screws are all hardened, the connec- 
tion ho.ves are the best of gun metal, and the sliaft- 
bo.xes are separate from tlie frame and bolted on, 
so in case (^f breakage they can be re|)laced with 
small cost compared to what they would cost if cast 
solid to the frame; the bo.xes are tided with the 
best of Babbitt metal, the bearings are all self- 
oiling, avoiding all possibilities of hot hearings, 
while for workmanship, durability of matei'ial, and 
economy of ojieration these engines have proved 
their superiority wherever introduced and teste 1. 
They are made in si.x sizes, ranging from seven to 
thirty hors' power. These engines have a wide 
sale all thro-igh the New England and Southern 
States. The proprietor also builds si)ecial machin- 
ery, repairs engines, buys, sells, and exchanges 
second baud engines, and is the agent here for the 
W'aters governor, ( rresham's ]»atent automatic re 
starting injcc ors, Detroit cylinder lubricator, and 
engineers' supplies. Mr. Knight was born in Lin- 
colnville, Me., in 184">, settled here in 18(jd, and 
has been ]irominently identified witli the material 
growth and prosperity of Worcester. 

Hill Dryer Company, Manufacturers of 
Hill's Champion and Eureka (_'lothes Dryers, No 
20 North Foster Street. — The rapid advancement 
in the manutacturing arts which so distinguishes 
our American industries is a subject of interesting 
study. Prominent among the leading industries of 
this city is the establishment of Hill Dryer Com- 
pany, rnanufacturersofHiU's cliam[)iou and Eureka 
clothes dryers The business was originally founded 
at IJarry, Vermont, eleven years ago. but a vear 
afterward was removed to this city by Mr. J P. 
Hill, and the Mill Dryer Company succeeded to 
the proprietorship in 1SS2, and from the date of 
its inception has received a very large patronage. ' 
The premises occupied are spacious and com- 
modious, and admirably fitted np with everv appli- 
ance neccssarv for the business. The produciions 
of this establishment cnnsist of Hill's chanipio:i 
clothes dryer, which is the best and only self- 
fastening clothes dryer in use. It is for outdoor 
use, occupies very little space, and is quite orna- 
mental. They are made up into three si/.es. This 
company also manufactures very extensively Hill's 
Enrcka dryer, which is intended solely for indoor 
use, and can b'i foliled up against the wall. The 
trade is very large, and extends throughout the 
United Slates, Clanada, Europe, and .\ustralia 
Em]doym"nt is given to a number of skilled and 
proiicicnt workmen. Mr. Ilill was biu'u in East 
Moutpelicr, N'crmont, and has been a resident of 
this city for some years. I 



(xCorg'C S. Dixon & Co., Manufiictnrers of 
and Dealers in Lubricating and Illuminating Oils 
for Manufacturers' Use, No. 171 Foster Street, — 
The ])opular and nourishing house of Messrs. 
Cieorge S, Dixon & (.^o. carry on an extensive trade 
as manufacturers of and dealers in lubricating and 

- illuminatiiig ()i|s f(.)r manufacturers' use. The busi- 
ness was founded in January, ISS2, anil starling 
with a capital of $■5,000, the firm have rapidly 
built up a very extensive trade, wdiich they have 
yearly largely increased. The lirm occupy a well- 
appointed store, 20x100 feet in dimensions, and in 
addition to this a large warehouse. They carry at 
all times an extensive stock of lubricating oils of 
all kinds, and make a specialty of cylinder and 
engine oils The fudlities of the house for 

I promptly filling all orders are ample and com- 
plete, and the exigencies of the business, which 

j represents an annual value of .*i")O,0OO, reipiires llie 
permanent services of seven hands. The trade of 
tbe house extends to all parts of the New England 
States. Mr. (Jeiirge S. Dixon, wdio is the sole pro- 
prietor, was born in this State. 

Gcorg-e C. BlaiieJiarrt, Reef, Pork, Veal, 
etc.. No. 218 Main Street. — -\ popular supply depot 
in the line of meats of all kinds is the establish- 
ment of Mr. (xeorge C. Blanchard. This gentleman 
is an extensive dea'er in beef, pork veal, land), 
poultry, sausages, lard butter, vegetables, etc., and 
is widelv known for the uniform exc dlence of the 
articles which be sends out. The business was first 
established in 1.8S:'> liy Messrs. Fdagg & ISIauchard, 
who were succeeded by the present lu'oprietcn' in 
May, 1SS4 He occupies the grountl lloor and base- 
ment, 2.")x80 feet each, in a handsome three story 
brick building, and has one of the largest uuirkets 
of the kind in the city, as well as one of the mo.st 
po|nilar. His meats are invariably fresh and de- 
sirable in every way, received direct from the best 
and most reliai)le sources of supjily, anti are offered 
at prices which defy successful competition. .V 
sufficient and ethcient force of hands are employed 
to assist in the business, and every patron is assured 
of prompt attrution and fair prices. Mr. Blanchard 
is a native of Worcester county, and a gentleman 
of high reputation. 

Charles R. Stobbs, Poster and Show-Card 
Printer, No. Ki Mecbainc Street. -One of the best 
known and most liberally patronized Job printing 
establishments in Worcester is conducted by Mr. 
Charles K. S obbs. The business was inaugnrated 
in 1877, and dindng the nine years that have passed 
since its foundation a large and inlluential trade 
has been builtup. Mr.Stobbs has supplied himself 
with a complete outfit of type, machinery, and other 
accessory conveniences, and is in a i);>sition to min- 
ister with perfect success to the most exacting de- 
mands. He gives his attention to every description 
of eonunercial and general job work, such as busi- 
ness cards, bill-heads, cireidars, catalogues, ])riee- 
lists, etc., anil makes a specialty of poster and show- 
card printing, and the i)riKluetious of the house are 
distinguished for neatness aiul t;iste. The jirices 
obtaining are low and attractive. The trade of the 
establishment is distributed throughout tbe Stale, 
and shows steady increase from year to year. Mr. 
Stobbs is a native of Canada, and has resided in 
this city since 187G, and is reliable and responsible 
in every way. 



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CITY OF WORCESTER. 



Cady, Hondriolc & Co., Grocers, No. 
5S4 Main Street.— There are in all 1 irge eoinmiini- 
ties estal]lisliiueiits wliose reputation lor selling 
only |>nre and superior goods is well known, and 
in reviewing tlie groeer_v trade in Worcester speeial 
mention slionld be made of the honse of Messrs. 
Cady, llendriek & Co., located at No. 5S4 Main 
street, as being an establishment of the class re- 
ferred to. This house was founded in IS.iS, and has 
been conducted by the present proprietors ever 
since with large and jiteadily increasing success. 
They occupy a line, large store and basement, 2ox 
100 feet each, and possess the requisite capacity for 
carrying on their e.'jtensive trade, in all its various 
details anil departments, with perfect satisfaction 
to ciHtnniers and witli great credit to themselves. 
They cari-y an immense stock and transact a large 
•business, eripecially in flour, teas, cotlijes, spices, 
sugars, syrup, bmter, cheese, eggs, and in every- 
tliiug that pertains to the staple grocery and pro- 
vision trade In Hour they carry a select stock of 
Ila.xal! and fancy family Hour, which they giiann- 
tce e(iu;d to the best, and oHer at prices safe from 
successful competition. Their goods are highly es- 
teeiiicd by the community for their freshness, ab- 
solute purity, and reasonable prices, and customers 
have t!ie siitisfaction of knowing that nothing in- 
ferior or adulterated will be oHi-red them. The aim 
of the lirra has always been to give to each and 
every customer full value for money expended, 
which is easily attained by their large sales, direct 
purchases, and low prices. The growth and pros- 
perity whicli has characterized the career of this 
house are only comiueusurate with tlie energy and 
enterprise of its proprietors, who are ea;ncstly en- 
gaged in maiutaining their prestige in the trade, 
and tliereby meeting all demands of patrons 
promptly, efficiently, and .satisfactorily. The mem- 
bers of the iirin are Me-ssrs. H Cady and II. W. 
Hendrick, both natives of Connecticut, and gentle- 
men of large experience and business capacity. 

Charles E. Grant, Fire Insurance Agency, 
No. o-'j'J Main Street. — Prominent among the insiu-- 
ance a','cnts of Worcester is Mr. Charles E. Grant, i 
wdio has been established in business here since 
187.'), and represents some of the best stock and 1 
largest dividend paying mutual companies in the 
country. Having the advantage of long experience 
in fire" insurance business, and being thoroughly 
acquainted with everydcpartment, from the framing 
of contracts to tlie adjustment of lo.sses, he is emi 
iK'utlv lifted to serve his patrons with intelligence 
anil ability, and deservedly enjoys a high reputa- 
tion. He is the agent in Worcester county for the 
following well-known companies, viz. : the Conti- 
nental, of New York city ; t he Commerce, of Albany, 
N. Y. ; Glenn's Falls, of Glenn's Falls, N. Y. ; Nia- 
gara, of New Y'ork city; the Citizens' Mutual, of 
Bo.stou ; the II(dyoke Mutual, of .Salem, Mass.; the 
Qnincv Mutual, of tjuincy, Mass ; the Traders' and 
Mechanics', of Lowell; the Fitchburs; Mutual, of 
Fitchburg, Mass.; the New Hampshire, of Man- 
chester, N. II. Mr. Grant occupies fine, large offices 
in a business centre of the city, and is prejjared at 
all times to p'ace risks in sucli companies that his 
patrons may feel indemnified against anv loss that 
thev may sustain. He is prompt, reliable, and 
tru4worthy in settling and adjusting all losses and 
in furtheringthe interest of policy holders in every 
legitimate way. Mr. Grant is a native of Boston, a 



member of the Board of Underwriters, and |>romi- 
nently known as a reliable authority upon all 
matters appertaining to lire insurance. 

The G. G. Burbank Pliarinaey, No. 

23."> Main Street, A. JO Worthen, Manager. — This 
city may justly boa.st of its many fine drug stores 
and the skill and intelligence of the proprietors 
and employees. The oldest and one of the most 
extensive and mo.st popular drug establishments in 
the city is that of the G. G. Uurbank phaimacy, 
located at No. 23.5 Main street. This establish- 
ment was originated in lS2'i by Mr. (ireen, who, 
in 1810, was succeeded by the late Mr. G. (i. Bur- 
bank, and he conducted the business with remarka- 
ble success until his death in 1881. Since then the 
enterprise has been continued by his widow, Mrs. 
L. <-). Burbank, under efficient and responsible 
management. The store is very centrally located, 
and has a frontage of 2) feet and a depth of 8(i feet. 
It is very tasteful in its fittings and appointments, 
and has a very attractive and inviting aiqicarance. 
The establishnicnt enjoys a very high and well de- 
served reinitation. and the excelh nt manmr in 
which it is managed is very creditable to all con- 
cerned. Since September, 18s.j, Mr. A. E. Worthen 
has lichl the position of manager, and he is a duly 
qualilied and practical pharmacist. The stock cm- 
braces a full and complete line of the purest drugs, 
medicines, chemicals a complete assortment of all 
the improved |)opular prciiarations, toilet articles 
of every description, a full line of pure wines and 
liquors for medicinal purposes, cigars, etc. The 
specialties of the house include the following pre- 
parations, which are of acknowledged merit: i'r. 
tireen's stomach drops, anti-cholera mixture, altera- 
tive powders, condition powders; Burbank's cough 
mixture. No. 2, extract .Jamaica ginger, and Bur- 
bank's benzoated lotion, superior article for cliai)ped 
hands, lips, etc. I'articular attention is given to 
the compounding of physicians' prescriptions and 
family recijjes, this deptirtment being personally 
attended to by Mr. Worthen. 

Watson & Belclier, Meats and Provisions, 
Butter, etc., No. 8 Pearl Street. — .\ leading source of 
f<)odsup[)ly in thecity is the establishment of Messrs. 
Watson it Belcher, widely known as dealers in 
metits and jirovisions, butter, cheese, poultry, etc., 
and all kinds of game in its season. The business 
was established in 18.>5 by Mr. C. Belcher, and, after 
some changes in proprietorship, the ])resent llrm 
succeeded Messrs. C. Belcher & Co. in l!*?'.!. Tlie 
premises occupied for trade purposes consist of a 
large store and basement, 2ox80 feet in dimensions, 
which are fitted up with every convenience and 
facility for properly h.indling a large stock of 
dre.ssed meats, game of all kinds, poultry, butter, 
cheese, eggs, early vegetables, fruits, and every con- 
ceivable delicacy that can be classed under these 
headings. These goods are kept fresh and sweet, 
being received direct from the most reliable pro- 
ducers, and are sold at prices whic'i defy successful 
competition. All the details of the business are 
under the personal supervision of the firm, assisted 
by four competent clerks. The trade is large and 
active, both wdiolesale and retail, throughout the 
city and county, and the house can be corditilly 
commended fm-ils fairand honorable dealing. The 
members of the firm are Messrs. .1. 15. Watson and 
1 H. B. Belcher, both natives of Spencer, Mass. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



91 



Heron Brotliers, Manufacturers, Whole- 
salers, anil Jol)ljers in Fine Cigars, and all the lead- 
\\vi brands of I'luj; and Fine-out Tobaccos, Nos. 
101.', Front Street and "J"i (jreen Street. — .Vniong 
the various industries of Worcester none deserve 
more prominent mention than that of the ci<4ar and 
lohacio bnsinesf. It is one that gives em])loyment 
to a large number of operatives and in many ways 
forms an important item in estimatiuf; the manu- 
facturing and commercial importance of this enter- 
prising and prosperous city. One of tlie most 
prominent houses engaged in this line of trade is 
that of .Messrs. Heron lirothers, wliicb has become 
a \vell-kno\vn establishment not only in W'tn'cester, 
but throughout the New England States. The 
house was founded in 1877 by the present lirm, and 
since its inception at that date, has built up a pro.s- 
perous trade. The aim of the proprietors has al- 
ways been to secure an honest cigar, worthy of the 
good opinicui of smoUers, and to scrnpuhiusly main- 
tain the excellence of their brands. That they 
have been successful in their etlbrls is already 
manifest, as is evidcnceil by the steaily and rapidly 
increasing demand for their goods wherever they 
have been introduced, while the business shows 
that dealers recognize the reliable character of their 
productions. The premi.ses occupied are large, con- 
ven ently located handsomely litted up, and supplied 
with every convenience for tiie transaction fif busi- 
ness and comfort of customers. They also carry in 
addition to their choice assortment of cigars, a full 
and c mplete line of cigarettes, smokers' materials, 
choicest brands of [dug. fine-cut, and smoking to- 
baccos, also snull'of the finest qualities, and make a 
particular sjjecialty of all the leading grailes of 
plug tobacco. The individnal members of the firm 
are Frank and .lames \V. fleron, the former being 
a native of U.Kbridge. Mass., while the latter was 
born in this city. They are well known to the 
trade as gentlemen of s'rirt Integrity and honorable 
in all their dealings, and these traits of character, 
combined with ample facilities, have placed this 
house in a prominent position, and have gained for 
it a large and growing business, with every assur- 
ance of increased prosperity in the future. 

C. H. GrecnlOilf, Wholesale Dealer in For- 
eign and Domestic Fruits and N'egetables, No. 171 
Front Street. — .\mong the leading representative 
houses engaged in the fruit and vegetable trade of 
this city is that of .\!r. C II. (jreenleaf. which was 
originally founded by Mr. E. h.. Fossett on Main 
street in ISIJI, and subsequently it was acquired 
by the oresent proprietor and transferred to its 
present location. The premises consist of the first 
floor and basement of the building, and each have 
an area of o.jx70 feet. The store is neatly litted 
uji, and here at all times is to be found a large and 
varied stock of foreign and domestic fruits and 
vegetables and country ju-oduce of every descrip- 
tion. The business, which isexclusively wdiolesale, 
has increased fiillv two hundred per cent, since it 
came under the control of the present proprietor, 
who now commands a traile representing !57.3,Ol)0 
per year. The trade of the house extends to all 
parts of the State, and calls for the constant em- 
ployment of five to seven hands. Mr. < Jreen'eaf, 
who was born in Iiolton, Mass., in 1.S47, has been a 
resident of -Vorcester since ISdl, and his hou^e is 
a most desirable one with which to form business 
relations. 



J. R. Jannery, Druggist, Xo. 70 Front 
Street. — The drug store of Mr J. R. .Tannery pos- 
sesses every requisite that make it one of the finest in 
the city. The proprietor is a practical pharmacist 
of established reputation, and is s|iecially known 
to fame as the manufacturer and |)roprietor of Jan- 
nery'a cough syrup, pills, [learl tooth jiowder, ami 
dyspepsia remedy, and also as general auent for the 
United States for Dr. Coderre's infant's syrup, 
Mcliale sprucine, and Metiale butternut pills. The 
business was established here first in \~~'A, by Mr. 
! J. G. B. Primeau, who w is succeeded by the pres- 
ent projirietor in l^i.S2. The store is one of the 
largest and finest of its kind in the cily, being 
ISxlOO feet in dimensions. The stock embraces a 
j full and complete as.sortment of drugs, family medi- 
; cines, and chemicals, besides an elegant line of 
toilet articles and perfiunery. The prescription 
department is niimaged with scrupnlons care. The 
trade is large and active, and, in the specialties 
enumerated extends all through New England. 
The ]iroprielor owns a branch establishment at 
Millbury, JIass. Mr. .Jannery was born in ( anada, 
near Quebec, in IStiU, and came here in 1S7'.J. 

j E. S. Knowles, Dealer in Sporting and 
; Blasting Powder, Shot, Caps, etc., Wholesale and 
Retail, No. 1 Pleasant Street. — This business was 
commenced in ]S7li by Mr. R. R. Shepard, to 
whom the present proprietor succeeded in .March, 
ISS.'i. A large and inlluential patnjnage has been 
built up anil the afl'airs of the concern are in the 
most prosperous condition. A birge and conqdete 
stock is carried of sporting and blasting powder, 
shot, caps, wads, cartridges, metal ic and ) aper 
shells, fishing tackle of all grades, and sportsmen's 
materials in general. He makes a specialty of fine 
goods, incluiling fine sjdit bamboo rods, fine silk 
fines, and artificial Hies in great variety, and wdiile 
keeping everything in his line is careful that each 
article comes up to the highest standard. Thus a 
reputation has been earned for reliability that has 
been largely instrumental in attracting to the house 
an extended and desirable li.st of patrons. Poth a 
wdiolesale and retail business is done. Mr. Knowles 
is a native of Auburn, Mass , and has been a resi- 
dent of Worcester for nineteen years. 

A. Medina, Importer of Human Hair, and 
Manufacturer of Wigs, Switches, Curls, Frizzes, 
Crimps, Putts, etc.. No. 29J Jlain Street —.V lead- 
ing and reliable house engaged in the manufacture 
of human hair goods is that of Mr. A. Medina. 
The business has been in existence here since 1870, 
and has reached a position of importance in the 
mercantile activity of the city. The i)ro|n'ietor 
has become widely known throughout all this sec- 
tion as an extensive importer of everything in the 
human hair line and every article belonging to 
the hair trade. The store islarge and commodious, 
S5.X110 feet in size, with a basement of the same di- 
mensions, and fitted up with every convenience. 
-V fine and complete stock is carried, and the trade 
is large, both wholesale and retail, extending 
throughout the city ami county. Eight skilled 
hands are constantly employed, and all work is 
guaranteed. The jirices which prevail are such as 
to add to the popularity of the hou.se among all 
classes Mr. Medina is a gentleman of valuable 
experience, enterprising, and reliable, and very 
popular with the trade. 



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CITY OF WORCESTER. 



William K. Miiiturn & Co., Dealers in 
Gents' l'\irnishing (jooils, Hats, Caps, etc., No. 04 
Front Street. — .V representative e.stablisliment in 
tlieoityof Worcester is tliatot'Messrs. W. K. Miatiirn 
& Co., No. Gi Knint street, gentlemen who liave 
e.Kliiljited a ra-.irkeJ degree of enterprise in tlie line 
of strictly the best class of gentlemen's furnishing 
gooJs. 'IMie house was established lifteen years 
ago by the presant proprietors, and from the date 
of its comuancenie it Ir.ii enjoyed a lirst-class and 
lucrative support, an 1 has acquired a reputation 
and stui ling in the community that has long 
phuei it in the van of that line of business. The 
premises occupied are sp icious, conveniently 
located, and very handsomely fitted up, and sup- 
plied with every convenience for the display of tlie 
hand-orae stoc'.i and comfoit of patrons. The 
assortment of goods, consisting of ge:itlenien's tine 
furnishing goods, embracing underwear, neckwear 
of the mi it beautiful an I latest fashionable styles, 
foreign and domesticlioiiery, handkerchiefs, glove.s, 
collars, cu.'l's, plain and f.incy night robes, gentle- 
man's jewelry, such assolil and plated studs, scarf- 
pins, collar, cuS", and slejve buttons, w.itch cliains, 
sun and storm urn irellas. Messrs. .Minturn have 
long realised that there is no part of a gentleman's 
wardrobe more important than a well made and 
perfect-litting shirt, and in this specialty they 
liav3 attained well-deserved pre-eminence. Their 
white anl fancy colore! dress s'lirls embody the 
finest materials, perfection of linisli, and lit. Tliey 
also keep a large assortm^'nt of hals an 1 caps, em- 
bracing all the different stvles an I shapes m i le by 
the best in mufacturers and in all the muse fashion- 
able designs. Their goods are of the very best 
quaityaul sold at remarkably low prices. Tlie 
copartners are .Messrs. W. K. Mioturu, wdio is a 
native of New York State, and W. 11. Minturn, 
who was born in Massachusetts, who are very popu- 
lar in social and commercial circles, and are noted 
for their honorable business methods and sterling 
integrity. 

Aaron Hainmoild., Wholesale and Retail 
Dealer in Beef, Pork, Mutton, Veal, and Poultry, 
Butter, Clieeie, Kggs, Vegetables, etc., No. olio Main 
Street. —One of the largest and most successful 
dealers in meats and country produce in the city of 
Worcester is .Mr. .Varon Ilammond, at No. .o9o 
Main street. This gentleman is widely known as a 
wholesale and retail dealer in beef, pork, mutton, 
veal, an I poultry, butter, cheese, eggs, vegetables, 
etc. He established himself in business here in 
1871 at the old .\dams market, removing to his 
present locatio i eleven years ago. Here he occu- 
pies a line, large store, 2")xl)l) feet in dimensions, in 
a handsjrn? four-story brick building provided 
with two sliow windows, m.arble-slab counters, and 
every convenience that good taste can suggest and 
money can supply for the successful carrying on of 
the business upon a large scale. His store is a 
popular source of supply for a large and in!luentlal 
patron.ige throughout the c!tv and surrounding 
country, who lin 1 here everything desired in this 
imoortant line of trade always of the best and most 
reliable character, and sold at prices which greatly 
add to the popularity of the house among all 
classes of people. Si."c clerks and salesmen are 
employed and customers are accorded promjit and 
courteous attention, fair prices, and honorable and 
satisfactory treatment in all respects. Mr. Ham- 



mond is a native of Charlton, Mass., born in lS-16, 
and is a merchant of high standing in the business 
community. 

Cliarles M. McFarland, Dealer in Fine 

Diamonds, Watches, (.'locks, aiuJ Jewelry, No. 8 
Front Street. — By virtue of its enterprise and 
honorable business career the jewelry establish- 
ment of Mr. Charles M. Mcl'"arland possesses 
peculiar claims upon the notice of the reviewer. 
The proprietor has been favorably known to this 
community since 187-5, when he assumed control of 
the house which he has since conducted with such 
eminent ability and success. The trade which his 
energy' luis developed comes from the best classes 
of society, and its rapid augmentation is indicative 
of the popidarity of Mr. .VlcKarland and the ad- 
vanced stage of culture and rertnenient reached by 
the people of this city. The location is at No. 8 
Front street, where the salesrooms occupy tlie en- 
tire first fioor, 00x17 feet in area. A large, attrac- 
tive, and well-selected stock is carried of watches, 
clocks, jewelry, diamonds, and other iirecions stones, 
bronzes, charms, and a I those elegant specialties 
that lendsncli interest to an establishment of this 
character. Mr. McFarlanil handles both home and 
impin-ted goods freely, and has given his agents and 
correspondents at the various centres of receiptand 
production carte blanche to ship to the house the 
choicest novelties so soon as they are ready for the 
m;irket The assortments are always replete with 
the neivest and most artistic designs, and the re- 
liability and integrity of the productions engage 
the best ctiiu'ts of the proprietor. The ))rices are 
always the lowest that can be legitimately o.l'ered, 
and all demands are ministered to with accuracy, 
skill, and taste. Mr. McFarland has been in Wor- 
cester since 1875, his native place being Rockland, 
Maine. He is a most useful and responsible mer- 
chant, and a courteous and affable gentleman. 

W. Hylancl, Manufacturer of and Dealer in 
Curled Hair Mattresses, Beds, Feathers, etc., No. 
13 Park Street. —The important enterprise so suc- 
cessfully conducted by Mr. W. Hyland was e.tab- 
lished by him in 1877 on M un street. In 1S78 he 
removed to his present ad Iress at No. Vi Park 
street. At this address he is carrying on an exten- 
sive business as manufacturer of and dealer in 
curled hair mattresses, beds, excelsior, palm leaf, 
feathers, husks, etc., and Sheldon's latest invention 
for renovating feather beds, making them exactly 
as good as new. The business premises consist of 
the second and third floors of the building named, 
eacli floor covering an area of 5)xlOJ feet. Em- 
ployment is given to twenty haids, and a large 
quantity of goods are manufactured. These goods 
are all of superior quality, and have a market all 
over the United .States. A specialty is made of 
curled hair mattresses and live feathers, and only 
(irst-class goods are sold by the firm as the ficilities 
for producing line goods are the b-e.st in the city. 
Mr. Hyland, the enterprising jiroprietor of this 
industry, is a native of Ireland, born in July, 1843. 
He came to Worcester in 18GS, and during the 
eighteen years he has lived here ami in Boston. 
His business has increased over two hundred per 
cent, in volume during the last nine years since he 
has been in business for himself, while the ever- 
inoreasiug patronage is full of good augury for the 
future. 



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Reed & Pa^e, Electricians and Dealei-s in 
all kinds of Electric Su|)i)lie.s, No. 2S Pearl Street. 
— Tlie wonderful uses to wliicli electricity i.s luu 
now.iday.s renders any apoloi^y unneecisary for 
anv notice in tliese pages of an establishment wliieli 
is engagjd in mannfacturing and supplying all 
kinds of electrical apparatus. We refer to the 
concern of Messrs. Keed is. Page, whose business 
premises are centrally located at Xo. 2S Pearl 
street. The business of this linn was originated 
some years ago by the Boston Electric Company, 
who were succeeded by the present proprietors 
Messrs. Franlc Keed and Charles 1 1. Page, in JsS4. 
The tirin o^jupy the tirst Hoor and ba-sement of a 
four-story brick building, covering an areaof 2-';xilt 
feet. The workiu,' depirtmeut, where si.-c hands 
are employed, is e.piippe 1 with all the latest im- 
proved michinery aiil tools, and the salesroom, 
which is very tastefully fitted up, is siocUed with a 
large variety of eleotrioal goo Is, embr.i'jing elertric, 
automatic, ani ratcliet gis burners (bsst practical 
electric burners in this country), electric burglar 
alarms fjr resideu^^s, banks, »nd vaults; hotel, 
elevator and kitchaii annunoiators; speaking tubes 
and mouthpieces; acoustic and electric telephones; 
watchman's elesiria clocks; electric bells; skeleton 
form and vibrating bills; single stroke and electro- 
mechanic il bills; magneto and tap bells; all kinds 
magnit wire; ma.iic.il batteries, etc. Anything in 
the way of electric supplies can be had here at 
prices which ciumt be excelled by those of any 
other establishment in New England. The Hrm 
unJertake the construction of all systems of elec- 
trical apparatus. Finished and furnished houses 
are titteJ with clectrictl apparatus without remov- 
ing the furniture or carpets, or disliguring the walls 
or ceilings. Wires are concealed at the back of 
the pl-Kiering, anl only the most experienced and 
truity elejtriciaui are employed. This is the only 
house of its kin 1 in the city, and the linn have a 
large anl inliuenti.il paironage. Their store is 
connected by teleplione. No. 4-3 — o, and all orders 
receive prompt an I careful attention. The pro- 
prietors are b )th pr.iciical electricians. Mr. Reed 
is a native of .\Ierrim ick county N. H , and Mr. 
Page was born in Schuyler county, N. Y. Both 
have long reside I in this city, and are widely 
known anj deservedly respected for their ability 
and integrity. 

J. D. Sisson, PluraberandGasFitter,No3. 19 
Southbridge Street and oSl Main Street. — Plumb- 
ing has of late years almost became a science, and 
upon its proper study anl application depends the 
solution of miny questions of drainage, ventilation, ■ 
an I sauitarv cou litioas. In these d.iys of the com- 
ple.xities of city living, the plumber has become in j 
the highest degree essential to our comfort and 
health A prominent house in Worcester eng.iged 
in this business Is that of Mr. J. D. Sisson, Nos. 19 
Southbridge and 5-il Main streets This business 
was established in lS7-i by Messrs. Sisson &Tacker, 
ani was coniu^tel hv them until 18S1, when .\[r. 
Tuciker retired anl Mr. Sisson became sole proprie- 
tor. -Mr. Sisson m ikes a s oecialty of sanitary 
plumbing, and attends to everything pertaining to 
that important branch ; he also puts in gas fixtures 
and br.ickets. Mr. Sisson is the patentee anl in- 
ventor of a superior water-closet cock, which is the 
most perfect device ever offered to the public He 
is a native of Providence, E. I., and is highly es- 



teemed by the community for his mechanical ability 
and sterling integrity, and justly merits the iuilueu- 
tial and liberal patronage attained by his energy 
and industry. 

George A. Pearson (formerly Houghton 
& Pearson), Dealer in Flour, Grain, Feed, Hay, 
Straw, and Fertilizers, No. ")9:i Main Street. — 
Among the old established and ever-i)o])ular houses 
in the city of Worcester is that of tj. A. Pearson, 
formerly Messrs. Houghton it Pearson, the well- 
known dealer in Hour, grain, feed, hay, straw, and 
fertilizers, at No. o'J2 Main street. Tliis house was 
founded in ISliS by Messrs. Farley & Cheney, who 
were succeeded by Messrs. Lovell & Garland, and, 
after some changes, by Houghton & Pearson iu 1880, 
and in 188G Mr. Pearson becamesole proprietor. He 
occupies a very handsome store, 2U-XlU0 feet 
w.th basement of the same size, in a four-story 
brick building supplied with every convenience 
ana facility, including a hydraulic freight elevator, 
for the .successful pro>ecntiou of the business in all 
its departments. The trade is large and influen- 
tial, both wholesale and retail, throughout the ciiy 
and country. He carries a large stock of all the 
yoods mentioned above, received from the best and 
most reliable producing sources, and sold at prices 
which are eminently fair and reasonable. Four 
clerks and .salesmen are employed in the store, and 
every patron is accorded prompt attention, fair 
prices, and honorable, business-like treatment iu 
all respects. Mr. George .\. Pearson is a gentleman 
of wide acquaintance in business atlairs and of ex- 
cellent reputation and standing in the business 
community. He was born in Norwich. Conn., in 
18-31, and has been in Worcester some nineteen 
years. 

Isaac Fiske, Manufacturer of Musical Instru- 
ments, Crompton's Block, No. 13 .Mechanic Street — 
One of the principal manufacturers of musical in- 
struments in the city is Mr. Isaac Fiske, who.se 
manufactory is located in Crompton's Block, Me- 
chanic street. Established in 1 S40, he has since 
then developed the business until it his achieved 
the important position it now occn|)ies in the trade. 
The fac:ory is located on the third Hoor of the 
building, and has an area of lOJ.xSO feet. It is 
equipped with all necessary meclianical appliances, 
and several skilled and experienced hands are em- 
ployed. Musical instruments of a large variety are 
made, a specialty being made of line cornets. For 
the latter class of instruments tlie moilels have re- 
cently been considerably improved, and the aim of 
the proprietor is to produce the best cornet on the 
market. He does not compete in price with a 
large number of instruments imported or made in 
this country, but he asks for a comparison of liis 
instruments and their pi ices with the best instru- 
ments in the market. He does not put his bv the 
side of those that are imported for from six to 
twelve dollars each, and sold here at from lifteen to 
thirty dollars, and pronfiunced superior. He defies 
competition, ami guarantees his instruments to be 
perfect. The trade of the house extends over the 
United States and Canada, where Mr. Fiske's manu- 
far'tures are well known for their superior character. 
Mr. Fiske was born at Holden, Mass., sixty-four 
years ago, and he has resided in Worcester since 
1837. Mr. Fiske has an enviable reputation for 
superior musical instruments. 



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CITY OF WORCESTER. 



Coincrford & Daly, Teas and Coffees, No. 

102 Front Street, corner Ciuircli, Worcester; No. 
418 Main Street, S|)ringtiel(l; No. ',(G His;li Street, 
Ilolyoke; Manager, 1'. U. (Jonierl'ord. — Among the 
largest ami most prominent importers and dealers 
in teas and coffees in Worcester is tlie reliable and 
lionorable firm of Comerford & Daly, at No. 102 
Front street, corner of Cliurcii street. This honse 
was establislied here in l.S.iS, and is now one of the 
lea<ling tea and collee lionses in the city. The (irm 
occnpy a fine, large, and commodions store at the 
address indicated, its frontage being 2.5 feet and 
depth 120 feet in dimensions. The store is thor- 
onghly appointed thronghont and is filled with a 
very large stock. '1 he iirni .sell the choicest and 
most delicately flavored teas that come to the .\mer- 
ican market, and of such superior excellence are 
they, that they command a ready .sale not only in 
this city, but thronghont the State. The cotlees 
sold by them are equally remarkable for their nn- 
snrpassed i|nalilies, and are in large dem.and. Five 
clerks are employed and are constantly kejit busy 
in attending to the nnmerons jiatrons of the estab- 
lishment. The members of the firm are, Mr. Phil 
C. Comerford, a native of New York State, and Mr. 
James M. Daly, who was born in Massachnsetis. 
During the time that they have been engaged in 
the large business which their enterpri.se and energy 
has built np, they have secured a reputation for 
fair dealing and commercial honor tliat rellects 
most creditalily upon the house Messrs. Comerford 
tt Daly also conduct similar establishments at Xo. 
4IS Main street, Springfield, and at No. 9u Higli 
street, Ilolyoke, this State. 

O. A. Kelley, Auctioneer and Dealer in 
Horses, City Stock Yards, No. 21(5 Summer Street. 
— One of the most interesting and useful institu- 
tions in Worcester is that conducted by ivlr. (.). A. 
Kelley, at No. 216 Summer street. Tlie house was 
founded about ten years ago by a Mr. Tarbell, and 
continued by him with the greatest success until 
January, lySo, when the present proprietor took 
possession. He is an auctioneer and deals largely 
in horses, cattle, swine, fowls, carriages, harness, 
and goods of a kindred character. Ilis place is a 
favorite resort for large numbers of purchasers who 
repose implicit faith in the correctness of liis 
methods and find that his energy and enterprise 
supply in abundance such articles as they may re- 
quire ill their be.st forms. Mr. Kelley gives his 
personal attention to all the details of the business, 
carefully guards the interests of his patrons, and 
puts within their reacli many desirable opportuni- 
ties that cannot be obtained elsewhere. Consign- 
ments are solicited and liberal c.ish advances are 
made on tlie same. A specialty is made of horses 
and cattle, and a full ami choice stock is kept on 
liand at all times As an auctioneer, Mr. Kelley 
has established a valuable reputation. He Iniows 
the business thoroughly, has the best class of buy- 
ers to attend his sales, and always secures for his 
patrons the highest possible prices. Fair dealing 
has been placed in the foreground of his transac- 
tions, and the promptness with which he makes 
returns is in keeping witli their reliability. Regu- 
lar sales are held every Saturday, beginning at ten 
o'clock A. jr. They are generously imtronizcd, 
and the public may depend on obtaining superior 
bargains in every Hue disposed of Mr. Kelley is 
a purchasing agent for horses, stock, carriages, etc., 



and fills all orders with expedition and accejita- 
bility. Auction sales of real and personal pnijiertv 
are made in any part of the country. I'osscssing 
every necessary facility, and pursuing a strictly 
honorable conr.se, the proprietor has not onlv 
materially added to the vomme of trade, but has 
made his house a most important one with wliieli 
to form business relations. 

J. H. Whittle, Manufacturer of Tin Cylin- 
ders, Slasher Cylinders, Cotton Cans, and Hub- 
Rolls f(jr Woolen t'ards. No. 37 (formerly 84) 
Southbridge Street.— No invention of modern 
times has given its mannfaelnrers a wider reputa- 
tion than that which forms the leading siieeialty of 
manufacture of the well-known house of Mr. J. H. 
Whittle. This gentleman has become widely 
known thronghont the country as a manufactiu'er 
of tin cylinders, slasher cylinders, cotton cans, and 
rub-rolls for woolen <"irds, and has been established 
here since 1880. His premises, located at No. 37 
(formerly 84) Southbridge street, comprise finely 
equipped shops, ^ich 40x22 feet in dimensions, 
and furnish employment to a large force of skilled 
hands. His products consist of tin cylinders for 
mules and siunning-frames, drawing-can.s, filling- 
boxes, condenser-rolls, sl.asher cylinders, drying- 
cans, etc. ; he also makes and repairs all kinds of 
mill woik, as well as immersion rolls of copper. 
The proprietor uses every etlbrt to produce a ]ier- 
feet article in every essential respect. The goods 
of this honse go all over the .Sta'e, and have every- 
where given a reputation to this house, which is 
the best possible guarantee for its continued suc- 
cess and prosperity. Mr. Whittle is a native of 
Pawtucket, R. I., and a young man of jjliick, push, 
and business ability of a high order. 

Kye.S & Woodbury, Designers and Wood 
Engraver.s, No. 98 Front Street. -Tlie ancient 
fashion of a man conceiving the idea of his own 
house or a piece of machinery, drafting out the 
same on paper, employing labor or labming him- 
self, and being in all this '' the Jack of all trades 
and the m;ister of none,'' and producing imperfect 
work, is gone, and each deiiartmcut of labor per- 
forms its own function. The department of design- 
ing is an apt illustration. Designing and engrav- 
ing on wood is a profession givini; employment to 
thousands of scientific, skillful workmen scattered 
throughout the country. Locally one of tlie most 
prominent firms engaged in this branch of enter- 
prise is that of Me.ssi-s. Kyes <•« \\'oodbury, whose 
establishment is located at No. 98 Front street. 
This concern was oriianized in 1880, and until 
April, 1885, the business was located at No. 352 
Main street. In their new jiremises the firm have 
every needful accommodation and convenience, 
and they have at command the best ajipliances 
and facilities known to the trade. They make a 
specialty of mechanical and commercial work, but 
execute all kinds of designs and wood engraving. 
Eight hands are employed in the business, and the 
firm are experiencing an annual increase of trade. 
The copartners are Messrs. .John F. Keyes and John 
C. Woodbury. The former was born thirty years 
ago in .Maine, and the latter is a native of Charl- 
ton, Mass, and was born in hS-i*!. Ilotli liave re- 
sided in Worcester since 1 SG(i, and they have proved 
themselves engravers of abi.ity and estimable 
citizens. 



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J. J. lieaiimont, Dealer in Fancy Dry | 
Goods, IIuup Skirts, Corsets, Rucliings, Snmll j 
Wait's, Ladic.-,' and Gents' Fiirnisliiny Goods, No. 
122 Front Mreet. — The city of Worcester lias a 
nuralier of (irst-class lioiises dealin;; in dry goods, 
etc., lliat for extent of stock and quality of articles 
are not surpassed in any city in the L'nion, with 
the exception of the very largest cities. Tlie cnl- 
tivated and relined tastes of tlie poojile of this cily 
demand the very linest and best faijrics that tiie 
world can produce, and prominent among tliose 
wlio have catered to these wants of our pnblic is 
Mr. J. J. lieanmont, wlin.se extensive establisliment 
is located at No. 122 Front street. Tliis house was 
established thirteen years ago by the present pro- 
prietor, and from the date of its inception has been 
the recipient of a very liberal and inlluenlial [la- 
tronage. Tlie premises occupied are spacious, con- 
veniently located, and cominodious, very hand- 
somely and attractively fitted up with every con- 
venience for the comfort of customers as well as for 
the accommodation of tlie elegant and (inely selected 
assortment of goods, comprisingall the finer grades 
of cloths, c.issimeres, plushes, brocades, foreign and 
domestic dress goods, white goods, ginghams, linens, 
damasks, worsteds, flannels, percales, jirinis, mus- 
lins, etc., also a full line of ladies' and gents' fur- 
nishing g lods, such as white and fancy colored 
dress shirts, underwear, neckwear of the latest and 
most fashionable designs, collars, cuffs, corsets, hoop 
skirts, gloves, hosiery, unbrellas, parasols, also no- 
tions of every known variety, while the fancy 
goods and dress trimmings departments are replete 
with an assortment of the very latest styles and de- 
signs known to the trade. The success which has 
attended this hou-e since its establishment has 
caused the proprietor to buy exclusively from im- 
jiorters anil manufacturers, thereby giving patrons 
the benefits previously acquired by jobbing houses. 
Popular |irices prevail, and the attendance upon 
customers is always prompt, polite, and intelligent. 
The stock is always complete in every department, 
and is being renewed constantly by fresh invoices, 
and sometliing new, beautiful. and useful can always 
be found U|ion tlie shelves or counters. Mr. J. J. 
lieaumont is a native of England, and has resided 
lieie for over thirty years, lie is a wide-awake, 
clear-headed, and thoroughgoing business man, 
and has always been held in high regard for his 
probity and sterling integrity. He .serveil in the 
late Civil War in Company IC, Tenth Regiment 
Massachusetts Volunteers, three years, and was hon- 
orably discharged at the e.xpiration of his term of 
service. 

Hermann Lucke, Watchmaker and .Jew- 
eler, Dealer in Watches, Clocks, Jewelrv, and Opti- 
cal Good.s, No. 281 Main Street. — The house of 
Mr. Hermann Liicke is well known and appreciated 
for the artistic character of its various productions. 
This business was estiibli.-.hed by the present pro- 
]irietor in 1S71, and since its inceiilion at that date 
Mr I.iicke has obtained a liberal jiatronage. The 
premises are s]jacious and commodious, and are 
admirably equipped with every facility for tiie dis- 
play of the large and valuable stock. The assort- 
ment comiM'ises gold and silver watches of the best 
American and foreign manuf'aelure, diamond goods, 
jewelry of every description, rin^s, bracelets, lock- 
ets, clocks, optical goods, silverware, ami pocket 
cutlery, which are ofli^red to customers at the lowest 



possible prices. A specialty is made of Elgin 
watches, while the repairing of watches and jew- 
elry is carefully attended to by competent work- 
men. Mr. Liicke was born in ( Jerinany, hut has re- 
sided in the United States for the last nineteen s ears 

C. Rcbboli, Confectioner and Caterer, and 
Dining-Parlors on the European Plan, No. G 
Plea.sant Street. — .\. representative house in its 
line of trade is th.at of Mr. C. liebboli, the popular 
confectioner and caterer, at No. Pleasant street. 
This is a noted house all over the city and county, 
and has been established here since 1S74. The 
premises occupied by the business comprise a fine 
double store &J.x(iO feet in dimensicms, divided into 
salesroom, dining-parlor, and confectionery. These 
are all very handsomely fitted for the receiitionof 
jialrons, while the culinary dei>artiiient is a model 
of cleanliness and good taste. .\ stalT of twelve 
skilled hands are constantly employed, and an ex- 
tensive patronage is supplied with pure and fine 
confectionery, wedding, ptain, andf.'iucy cakes, pas- 
try, jellies, ice-cream, and sherbets, etc., etc. The 
dining-parlor is supplied with the best the market 
aHbrds, on the European plan. Purity is the main 
essential with thecreamsand confectioneries of this 
establishment, while promptness, efficiency, and 
.scrupulous care are the characteristics of the pro- 
prietor in catering to the tastes and wauls of liis 
liost of patrons in city and county. The business in 
all its br;inches is conducted with the greatest 
ability, skill, and energy, while for purity, flavor, 
freshness, and general excellence the goods of this 
house cannot be excelled by any similar establish- 
ment in the conniry. Large or small jiarties are 
accommodated at all times, and ti e trade is brisk 
and lively. Mr. Kebboli is a native of Italy, a 
resident here for twenty years, and is recognized as 
a thorough master of his trade. 

Davis, ^ Reid & Co., Manufacturers of 
Cutting Dies of all descriptions, No. 17(J Mechanic 
Street. — The most prominent establishment in 
Worcester concerned in making cutting dies is that 
whose name forms the heading of this article. 
This concern was founded in f 871, and has succeeded 
in establishing a reputation for line, reliable work, 
second to that of no other house in this line of 
trade in the country. The business was started on 
Cypress street and was removed to its ]iresent loca- 
tion in ISSl. The firm occupy ccnnmodions prem- 
ises, which are provided with all the latest and 
improved appliances, and constant enqilovment is 
given to from fourteen to eighteen hands. In 
addition to the establishment the firm have an 
office in the Shoe and Leather E.xchange, Poston, 
wliieli one of the members of the firm attends on 
Wednesdays from one to two o'clock in the afer- 
noon. The products of the concern embrace cutting 
dies of every description, and these are of a very 
durable quality. A most extensive trade is now 
transacied in all parts of the I'nited States and 
C-innda. The individual members of the firm are 
Messrs. John A. Ilavis, Thomas R. id, and D. M. 
Savcls. Mr. Davis was born in this State fifty-five 
years ago; Mr. Reid is a native of Prince Edward 
Island, and tliirty-eight years of age, and Mr. 
Savels, wdio is thirty eight years old, was born in 
this State. All these gentlemen have long resinej 
in Worcester, and areesteemeil for their enterprise 
and integrity. 



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C/TY OF WORCESTER. 



Lucius P. Goildanl, Printer and Publisher, 
No. 42-3 Main Street, enruer of Front Street. — In 
the "art preservative of all arts," it \i safe to say 
that the lionse of Mr. Lueius P. GoJdarJ is nne.x- 
eelleil, having kept abreast with the times and the 
improvements of the age, anj to-d.iy is adiiiiitedly 
one of the best equipped printing e.itablishments in 
the cilv. No house has been more sueeessful in 
this line of enterprise, and no house iias pro lueed 
a moi-e superior class of work than that of Mr. 
Lucius P. (ioddard. This gentleman is a native 
of Londoiiderry, Vt., and comes of an ol 1 Massa- 
chusetts family, many distinguished members of 
which have resided in the county of Worcester 
and in other parts of Massachusetts and in Ver- 
mont, etc. A genealogy of his family has been 
publis!ied, and is a very interesting volume. Mr. 
(jToddard has b^en a resident in Worcester for the 
past thirty-four years, and in 1807 lie founded his 
present enterprise. The premises occupied for the 
business comprise two rooms, each 2o.x:;0 feet in 
dimt;n-ions on the fourthlloor of afour story brick 
building These premises are admirably arranged 
and eipiipped with every facility and convenience 
for the business, with a fine equipment of presses 
and machinery and every description of type. The 
linest mercantile and book work is c.^ceented 
promptly, sa'.isfaclorily, and cheaply. In mechanical 
execution the work of the establishment cannot be 
excelled. Ills paternal ancestry came from London, 
England, in IGlJi, and his maternal ancestry came 
from Iv.iglan I, 1 0:50. This ancestry is traceable 
back to the twelfth century in Knbcrt and IvJward 
Goddard. Mr. Lucius P. Goddard, the subject of 
this sketch, was born June l:>th, IS. 14, at Worces- 
ter, Mass., edited Bxrrt Oivllc in lS)3-4, and 
'03-7; Oar Papcf in 187:1; Y. M. C. A. Monihh/ 
through 1874 and '7o, President of Y. M. 0. A. of 
Worcester for 1 sl)'.V70. Has been superintendent 
of Plymouth and Park Sunday-schools, etc. 

John J. Wlllte, Dealer in Boots Und Shoes, 
Gents' Furnishing Goods, Warren Block, No. ID 
Washington Square. —Largely engaged in the trade 
in boots and shoes an, 1 in gents' furnishing goods 
of every description is Mr. John J. White. Mr. 
White, who is a native of Ireland, lias been a resi- 
dent of this city since 1857, iswidelyand favorably 
known, and has been a member of the City Coun- 
cil for eight conse-'utive vears, an 1 is now senior 
mem'ier of that bjdy. lie founded his present 
enterprise in 1872, and from its inception to the 
present has been a-^corded a large an, I inlhieiitial 
patronage. The f.ict that the business bus been in- 
creased " fully fifty per cent., and that a traile 
amounting to over Si'),0;iO a year is transacted, is 
a su'licient te.stimony of the popularity of the 
establishment. The store, eligibly locate I at No. 
1015 Forbjs Block, Front, formerly No. 10 Washing- 
ton Square, is 20.xS0 feet ii dimensions, very taste- 
fully litte 1 up. The sto^k embraces a very fine as- 
sortment of boots and shoes in all grades and sizes 
ani in all the latest and popular styles. Mr. 
White has b^en a shoemaker by trade for thirty 
years, an.l his customers enjoy the benefit of his 
long and v,iluable experience. In the furnishing 
goods department all the latest nove'ties, both 
foreign and domestic, are to be found, and while 
all the goods are of a very superior character, a 
strong recommendation to customers is their cheap- 
'less. • 



Henry W. Eflily, Builder and Contractor, 

Office >so. 8 Norwich Street, Uesideuce, I\o. 7 Ash- 
land Street. — In the extensive and enterprising cir- 
cle of mechanical industry where energy and skill 
are combined as essentials to success, we lind Mr. 
Henry W. Eddy, the well-known builder and con- 
tractor. The business now so successfully con- 
ducted by him was establiabed in ISiil by Messrs. 
H. \V. Eddy iVt Co., the present proprietor succeed- 
ing to the sole control in 1800. He occupiesa large 
and well equipped shop and pleasant office, cover 
ing an area of 81)x25 feet, and gives enijdoymentto 
some forty hands. He is prepared to ni ike esti- 
mates and take contracts for building churches, 
school houses, and other puljlic buildings, stores, 
dwelling.s, etc., of stone, brick or wood, and all his 
work in this line is of the finest and most durable 
kind. Jobbing of all kinds is promptly attended 
to, and promptness, eificiency, and reliability char- 
acterize all his dealings. He is well patronized by 
the best class of property-owners in the city, and 
lias steadily won their confidence by his devotion 
to their interests. Mr. Eddy is a native of Ma.ssa- 
chusetts, in the prime of life, and a gentleman 
of experience, skill, and eminent popularity. 

Worcester Molding- Worlcs, Manufac- 
turers of Curtain Poles, Picture Frame and Cornice 
Molding, No. 9 2 Foster Street, H L. Savage and 
F. W. Brigham, Proprietors. — These works are 
widely known for their sujierior productions in 
curtain poles, picture frame and cornice molding. 
This concern was established in iiSO at No. 19 
Cyiiress street, and in 1884 it ]iassed into the hands 
of the present proprietors, Messrs. H. L. Savage 
and F. W. Brigham, who remuved the business to 
its present location on Foster street. Here the 
firm occupy the first and the third floors of the 
building, and which has a capacity of Iu0x4.j feet. 
It is fitted up witli the latest improved wood work- 
ing machinery, and a staff of twenty hands are 
permanently employed. The firm enjoy a large 
and brisk trade, and their manufactures arjshipped 
in large quantities to all jiarts of the United States 
and to Canada. Their facilities for promptly fill- 
ing all orders are of the most ample and perfect 
character. Both members of the firm are natives 
of Massachusetts and men of extended experience 
in their business. 

T). H. Putnam, Piano Tuner and Repairer, 

No. 13 Mechanic Street. — With a thorough knowl- 
edge of his buiiuess .Mr. D. H. rutuam e~tablisbed 
liimse f in Worcester in 1882 as a practical [liano 
tuner and repairer, and lias raetwith much success. 
lie occupies a commo.lious workroom and office, 
40x30 feet in dimensions. Here all orders in liis 
line may be left, and every order is given the 
promptest attention and is executed in the most 
workmanlike manner. Mr. Putnam does not be- 
lieve in extortionate cli.arges, but all work done by 
him is performed at the most moderate prices. 
Besides piano-tuning and repairing, Mr. Putnam is 
I an accomplished violinist, and gives instructions 
upon that " king o*" instruments" at very reason- 
j able terms, and pupils find that tliey rapidly ad- 
I vance in tlieir studies under his valuable tuition. 
Mr. Putnam is a native of New York city, born in 
1850, and has lived in this city siuce 185'.!. He is 
prominently connected with the Order of Odd Fel- 
lows. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



97 



Hugh MoDonagii, Merchant Tailor, No. 
W.Vi Main .Strtet. — If iiopuUirity be a measure of 
worth, assuredly Mr. liuuli MelJoiiugh, of No. 5i>7 
Main street, may he fairly said to be not wliolly 
delieient in this respect, indeed, since starting his 
hnsiness in ISGi) he has won for himself a host of 
patrons who have all their garments made solely 
by him. While all work is cut out with the great- 
est precision, and ihe ligures in the measurement 
book are faithfully followed, particular attention is 
paid to adapting t lie garment to the rerpiirements 
of the form of the person for whom it is made. 
This necessitates tlie quickest perce[ition, the great- 
est iugenuity, and a skill whicji none but a thor- 
ough master of his art possesses. Mr. McDonagh 
possesses all tliese qnalilications, and consequently 
h;is built up a large trade, lie has had thirty- 
seven years' ccperience in the business, and no 
more practical tailor is to be found within the 
city's limits. lie occupies a two-story frame build- 
ing, covering an area of 2").';'JI) feet. The salesroom 
is very tastelully litled up and arranged, and for 
the convenience of his patrons JNIr. McDonagh 
keeps on hand a very carefully selected stock of the 
finest imported woolen goods, suitable for entire 
suits, pantaloons, coats, and overcoats, and he also 
h:is tbe necessary trimmings of a quality to corre- 
spond to the elegance of the fihrics just mentioned. 
With the assistance of a ctunpetent and experienced 
stair of workmen, he is thus prepared to meet all 
exigencies of his business. Mr. McDonagh, who is 
a native of Ireland (though he was eighteen years 
in Manchester, England, where he learned the b'jsl- 
ness), and lifty years of age, has been located in 
tliis country since 1852, and, personally, is very 
much esteemed for his many fine qualities both in 
mercantile and private life. 

T. M. W<><>(l\var<l, Sign Painter, No. 424 
Main Street. — In tliese days of scientilic and attrac- 
tive advertising, when the best talent is called into 
requisition and genuine works of art are utilized in 
publishing to the world the superior e.xcellence of 
goods, the business of nianufactoring the various 
devices must of necessity be an industry of import- 
ance. A leading and popular exponent of this 
liranchof comnu'reial industry in the city of Wor- 
cester is Mr. T. M. Woodward, located at No. 424 
.Main street. Tills business was established almost 
forty years ago by the present proprietor, and ever 
since tlie date of its inception has receive. I a liber il 
and substantial patronage, and has achieved a very 
enviable reputation for the excellence of its work 
and the hoiioral)Ie methods in which the business 
is tr.insicled. The premises occupied are ample 
and commodious, thoroughly equipped, and occupy 
a most desirable business locntion. Mr. Wood- 
ward's establishment is the oldest and largest in 
the citv, and em|iloys a force of none but the most 
skiV'.d and proficient wm-kmen in producing the 
dili'.i-enl grades of articles in his line of business, 
which comprise all kinds of signs on wood, glass, 
metal, or show cards His trade is very large and 
extends throughout the city, the New England 
States, and, indeed, the United States and Aus- j 
tralia, as his house is noted for the line and artisiic i 
quality of its work. Mr. Woodward, the i)ro[n'ietor, | 
is a gentleman thoroughly practical and expe- i 
rieuced in his line of business, atul devotes his 
CTitire attention toevcry detail, and allows no work to 
leave hLs place that does not corae up to the highest 



standard of e.xcellence. lie is a native of Rutland 
county, Vt., and has resided in this city the greater 
portion of his life, and enjoys the highest esteem 
among his business acipiaiiUances for his many 
eminent principles, and is popular in both social 
and commercial circles. 

William Ross, Dealer in Sash, Blinds, and 
Window Eramcs, Painting, (iraining, Paper-hang- 
ing, and Whitening done to order, No. l.J.S JIain 
Street. — One of the best known business !iou.ses in 
the city of Worcester is that of William Iloss, situ- 
ated at No. 138 Main street. Mr. Koss is an ex- 
tensive dealer in sash, blinds, and window frames, 
and is also very popular as a painter, grainer, and 
paiier-hanger. The business was founded in 1830 
by Messrs. ilolman & Koss, succeeded by Koss cSc 
McGregor in 1840, succeeded by the present pro- 
prietor in 1877. He occupies a large and hand- 
some store, 2-3x00 feet, with a basement of tlie same 
size, and gives constant employment to a skilled 
force of ten hands. His stock is kept large and 
complete in all departments, and all goods are firsl- 
class in rftiality, received from the best and most 
desirable sources of supply, and never fail to recom- 
mend their own merits on inspection. Great ]iains 
are now taken by tbe painter and paper-hanger to 
secure complete effects in every respect, and the 
advance made in this direction in recent years is a 
marked and gratifving one. In hangings and cur- 
tains better taste is [irevailing, and greater care is 
exercised by dealers in these goods to suit the re- 
quirements of patrons. These are some of the 
characteristics tliat govern the management of the 
house in question, and which have caused it to be 
so liberally iialrnnized by intelligent and cultivated 
people all through this section. All work per- 
formed by Mr. Koss and his assistants is done 
promptly, thoroughly, and well, and every want of 
the public in this particular line of goods is readilv 
supplied at the lowest po.ssible prices. Mr. Koss is 
a native of Winchendon, Mass., still in the prime 
of life, whose liberal and enterprising policy has 
made his house a desirable one with, which to' form 
business relations. 

Frank H. Stoddard, Druggist and .\poth- 
ecary. No. 4i)--i Main Street. —The ")Mipular and re- 
liable drug store of which Mr. Frank II. Stoddard 
is the proprietor was established in 1SG9 bv Messrs. 
Shattack Bros. They were succeeded by .Sir. J. M. 
Ballard, and the business finally jjassed into the 
hands of the jiresent owner in IS.SH. The house 
has always held a leading place in its special field 
of activity. The salesroom measures 20x10:) feet. 
It is elegantly and attractively fitted up, and a full 
and complete line is carried on of pure drugs, med- 
icines, and proprietary remedies, all of which have 
been selected with care and judgment from tlie 
products of the best manufacturers in the count rv. 
The assortments of toilet ami fancy goods are verv 
choice, embracing everything for wliich there is 
the least demand. Particular attention is given to 
wines and liquors fm- medii-inal use and their 
quality is always the highest known to the market. 
A specialty is made of the <'ompounding of phv- 
sicians' prescriptions, and the fine technical knovvl- 
edge of Mr. Stoddard makes his services of the 
greatest value Me is a pharmacist of skill and 
ability, and understands every detail of his profes- 
sion most thoroughly. 



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CITY OF WORCESTER. 



Excliang'e Hotel, No. 93 Main Street, oppo- 
site C'ourt-I louse, E. L. Kennen, Proprietor. — In 
a volume of this kiinl tliat treats of the resources 
of the city of Worcester, and whicli is destined 
to be read elsewhere, it is of coarse our duty to 
spealv of an establishment where visitors repair- 
ing to this city for business or pleasure will be 
enabled to lind all the comforts of home in addition 
to every attention, civility, and convenience possi- 
ble to a residence and sojourn in a public hotel. 
This hotel, now one of the best in Worcester, was 
originally founded and established in 1781 — one 
hundred and two years ago — by Mi-. Patch, and from 
the date of its incei)tion has always maintained the 
reputation of being one of the bestliostelries iu the 
State. Numerous changes have occurred in its 
management, and various additions, Jilteratious, 
and extensions have been made both in its interior 
and exterior. In 1877 the present proprietor As- 
sumed charge, and the Excliange Hotel has never 
been better conducied, in its more than a century 
existence, than at the present time. It is centrally 
located, opposite the Court-House, of easy access to 
the business centre, and adjacent to the principal 
places of interest in the city. The building is large 
and commodious, with line and suitable accommo- 
dations for the traveling public, the sleeping-rooms 
are well lighted, properly ventilated, and comforta- 
bly furnished. The halls and corridors are .spacious 
and cheerful, while the parlors, reception, and 
dining-rooms are luxuriously and handsomely fur- 
nished. The cuisine is all that can be desired by 
the most fastidious epicure, and the bill of fare con- 
tains everything of the very best that the market 
can fiu'uish, while tlie attendance upon guests is 
prompt, courteous, and intelligent. The olliccs, 
reading, and writing rooms are complete in their 
appointments, and the bar and smoking rooms are 
tille.l with the choicest and best brands of foreign 
aud domestic wines, liquors, ales, and cigars. Es- 
peci.d atientiou is given to commercial trade, and 
drummers will always tind everything at this popu- 
lar house to make their sojourn pleasant. Mr. 
Kennen, the proprietor, is a native of Hoblen, 
Mass., and has already made hosts of friends in 
consequence of bis kind and courteous manners and 
strict integrity, and visitors to this house will at 
all times tind here jirompt attention and care, a 
pleasant home, cultivated society, and everything 
to make tliejii comfortable. 

F. F. Phelp.s, Furnaces, Eanges, and Stoves, 
No. 151 Mai I Street- — The house of K. F. Phelps 
is one of the oldest established houses in Worcester, 
and has had a long, u-sefnl, and prosperous career. 
It was founded by Mr. Phelps in 1845, and has 
been a leader iu tliis line of trade ever since. The 
premises occupied f )r the purposes of the business 
are located at No. lol JIain street, and consist of a 
tine store, having a frontage of 25 feet and a depth 
of 80 feet, and a completely equipped workshop 
back of the store 25x40 feet in dimensions. The 
store contains a large stock of furnaces, ranges, 
stoves, and beating apparatus of every conceivable 
description, and for every late improvement, ele- 
gance of design, and excellence of finish these goods 
cannot be surpassed. Mr. Phelps gives employment 
to seven hands and carries on a hirge trade, hiving 
many permanent patrons throughout the city and 
in near-by towns. He has a particularly good 



kinds of work in this line. His prices are always 
rea.sonable, and all orders are carried out promptly 
and satisfactorily. Mr. Phelps is a native of (ilas- 
tonbury. Conn , and is enjoying the prime of life. 
He is an able, practical busine.ss man, courteon.s, 
enterprising, and honorable in his mercantile trans- 
actions, and sustains an e.xcellent status in business 
and social circles. 

Hair Brotlier.s, Plumbers and Bell-Hangers, 
Steam aud tjas Fitters, and lironzers, No. 1 Maple 
Street. — The plumbing trade, as asanitary meiusure 
for the promotion of health, occupies a position in 
the front rank of improvements, and has become a 
necessity in this utilitarian age of progress. In 
these days of the complexities of city life the 
pUimber has become in the highest degree essential 
to our comfort, and a few remarks concerning one 
of the most reliable houses engaged in this industry 
cannot but prove of interest to the readers of this 
volume. We refer to the well-known and popular 
house of Messrs. liair Brothers, No. 1 ^laple street, 
which was established in 1SG9, and since its founda- 
tion has always made it a rule to do nothing but 
first-class work, for the accomplishment of which 
the most skillful and prolicient workmen are em- 
ployed, and the best procurable materials are used. 
The premises occupied are commodious, and com- 
prise a suitable oflice and workshops, where a full 
and complete stock of (plumber.s', steam, and gas 
fitting appliances are kept. Everything in the way 
of plumbing, ventilating, steam and gas fitting, is 
executed, contracts are entered into, and the com- 
plete fitting up of buildings of all kinds is satisfac- 
torily [lerformed. In .sanitary engineering, the 
specialty of the house, on the perfect performance 
of which so much of the health and comfort of the 
community depends, an active and practical expe- 
rience is certainly an element to command confi- 
dence. Such an experience is that of this house, 
which, being combined with all necessary facilities, 
readily accounts for the popularity of this concern. 
They are also prejiared to make gas fixtures and 
every description of httings to order, and make a 
specialty of bell-han','ing and all kinds of house- 
smithing. The indiv;dual members of the firm 
are .\ndrew and William Hair, both natives of 
Scotland. The former has resided in this country 
since 18G9, while the latter came here two years 
afterward. They are popular in social and com- 
mercial circles, and are held in the highest estima- 
tion for their probity and strict integrity. 

W. A. Cheney, Mercantile Printing, No. 418 
Main Street. — Mr. W. A. Cheney is unexcelled in 
the city in producing a superior class of work in all 
kinds of mercantile printing. The premises com- 
prise a fine large office, 25x80 feet iu dimensions, 
admirably arranged, and equippeii with an entire 
new equipment of presses and machinery and every 
description of type, embracing idl the latest styles and 
designs, four job presses, etc., all ojierated by steam 
jiower. The specialty of the business is fine 
mercantile printing and job work, in which a large 
l)atronage is enjoyed throughout the city and 
county. In mechanical execution their work can 
not be excelled, and the house bas achieved an en- 
viable reputation for the artistic merits of its wori;. 
Mr. (''heney established his busine.ss here in 1870. 
lie is a native of this countv, and a young man of 



trade as a tin and iron worker, and executes all , enterprise and reliability. 



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LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



99 



A. D. Sampson & Co., Manufucturers of 
Side-Seam Welting and Shoe Heels, and Dealers in 
Keriinant Leatlier, No. I'J'i Front street. — Tliis 
house represents an important branch of tlie great 
bocit and shoe industry of the Xew Enghuid States, 
and it commands a very extensive i)atronage from 
all tlie leading boot and shoe manid'actoriesin Neiv 
Kngland. The enterprise was founded by the pres- 
ent proprietor, Mr. A. U. Sampson, in IST'.I, and 
from its inception to the present it has enjoyed a 
marked and encouraging success. The premises 
occupied for the business comprise the second floor 
of the building, equipped with the latest improved 
lueclianiial appliances incident to the busines,s, and 
the machinery is oper.ited by a steam engine of 
eighty horse power. Twenty sliillcd and e-x-jjeri- 
eneed hands are permanently employed, and the 
products of the house consist of side-seam welting 
and shoe heels, and upper and sole leather splitting- 
blailes are ground to order promptly and satisfac- 
torily. The hon.se also deals in remnant leather, 
and in this department has a large and growing 
trade. Mr. Sampson was born in Maine forly-fonr 
years ago, and is a gentleman of great experience 
in this line of business. 

Dr. F. Barnard, Botanic Depot and Phar- 
in,acy, No. 170 Main Street. — JS'o historical review 
of the various manufacturing and commercial in- 
dustries of the city would be coni]ilete without 
a suitable reference to Dr. F. Barnard's famous 
old botanic depot and pharmacy, which is a. veritable 
landmark in the history of the drug trade of this 
city. The business was established no less than 
•A half cen[ury ago by the present projirietor, who 
is now over seventy sevenyearsof age, and is avery 
active and enterprising business man, and preserves 
!i wonderful degree of energy for the carrying on 
of his establishment. The doctor has for many 
years been preparing his stomach bitters, also bis 
celebrated cough medicine, which have made his 
name famous throughout the whole United States. 
These prciiarations are wonderfully elHcacious, and 
the cures they have performed number into many 
thousands. He believes tliat permanent and radi- 
cal ('urcs of diseitses are better performed by the 
use of botanical remedies than with the chemical 
results of minerals. He takes special pride in al- 
luding to his own physical condition as an example 
of the uses of ve^ietable medicinesover those of the 
chemical laboratory. He was never sick a d:iy, 
and at his age he is fine, able-bodied hale and 
hearty, full of activity, and is quite large and stout, 
while bis entire appearance indicates that there 
are many years of this life in store for him yet. The 
premises occupied are large, conveniently located, 
and are thoroughly supplied with appliance neces- 
sary for the business. His trade is very extensive 
and covers the whole United States. Dr. Barnard 
is a native of this county. He is one of its most 
exemplary citizens. 

Hubloy & Company, 'Wholesale Dealers 
and < iraders of Cotton and Woolen Rags, Mattress 
Shod<lies and Flocks, (.'otton and Woid Waste, 
Peihllers' Siqiplies and Tin Manufncturing, Braek- 
ett Court. — This firm, which staited business in 
187") with a ca|)ifal of $),000, have since built up 
a very extensive trade, representing fully 8'')0,flOO 
a year, and having its ramilications in till ptirts of 
the New England States. The jiremises occupied 

LOfC 



comprise a building of three stories and basement, 
the dimensions of the structure being 125x200 feet. 
JCvery appliance and convenience are at eommtuid 
for the successful operation of the business, and 
about thirty hands are employed. The lirm carrv 
at all times a large stock of cotton and woolen rags, 
tdl gnides of mattress shoddies and llock.s, cotton 
tuid wool wastes, peddlers' sti|>|ilie.s, and manufac- 
turers of tin goods of all kinds for peddlers. They 
are prepared lo offer to their customers the best 
advantages obtainable in the trade. The members 
of the firm are Messrs. Z. A. and E. Hubley, and 
both are natives of Nova Scotia, the former being 
thirty-si.x and the latter thirty years of age. Mr. 
Z. A Hubley is a prominent member of the In- 
dependent Order of Odd Fellows. 

J. L. Burbanlv, Apothecary, No. 370 Main 
Street, corner of Elm. — Among the business estab- 
lishments of Worcester which are interesting land- 
marks is the drug store belonging to the estate of 
the late J. L. Burbank, which is under the pojmlar 
mantigement of Mr. H. L. Fisk. This house was 
established as ftir btick as 181 5 by Messrs. (ireen & 
Htiywood, succeeded by Messrs. James Green & Co., 
then by Messrs. M. B. Cireen & Co., and finally by 
Mr. Burbtink in 1871. The latter gentleman died 
in 1878, and the estate has carried on the business 
in his name n|i to the present time. The store is 
25x00 feet in dimensions, located in the Lincoln 
House block, and very finely fitted up and arranged. 
Purity in drugs and medicine compounils has been 
the charticteristic of the management from its in- 
ception. The stock includes a full line of chemicals, 
)iatent medicines, drugs, and allotherarticles looked 
for in a well stocked drug store. The comjionnd- 
in,g of physicians' prescriptions and family recipes 
is a fetiture in which tliis house takes pains to excel. 
Nothing but strictly pnre and fresh drugs are ever 
permitted to enter into any i>reseription or com- 
pound. The stock is bought only from the most relia- 
ble houses, and as the manager, Mr F'isk, has had an 
experience of many years in the business, he is 
thoroughly capable of making hisselections intelli- 
gently, and is very popnhir and successful in meet- 
ing eveiy requirement of the trade. 

James Broadbent, New and Second-Hand 
Furniture, and Furnishing Goods of all kinds, No. 
?.2() Main Street. — This enteriirise wtis originated 
thirty-eight years ago, and during its long career it 
has become one of the best known and bf.st patron- 
ized furniture houses in the city. The foinider, 
the presi_Mit proprietor, Mr. .Jtimes Broadbent, is a 
ntitive of E)igland and his fair dealing and busi- 
ness ability have given him a standing in the mer- 
cantile community second to that of no other dealer 
in his line of trade in the city. His premises com- 
prise the second floor, which is 60x00 feet in di- 
mensions, of the Brindley Block. The stock isa very 
extensive one and includes new and second hand 
fur. dtiire of every description. Mr. Brotwlbent is 
at all times prepared to oiler to his customers ser- 
viceal)lc second-hand goods, new fiirnitio'e in walnut, 
mahoganv, imitation mahogany, cherry, ash, oak, 
and maple. ordin:irv grades and elaborately finished 
parlor, l)eil-room, dining-room, and kitchen furni- 
ture. Mr. Broadbent pays the highest jiricc for 
second-hand furniture, and his distributing trade 
extends throughout the city and for a radius of 
twentv-five miles. 



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CITY OF WO RCESTER. 



James O. White, Dealer in Upholstered 
]''iirnuure, Fine Custom Work a specialty, No. 398 
Main Street. — There i.s nobrancli otllie ineclianical 
iniliistritsin which such rapid progress andimprove- 
ment has been made within recent years as in the 
production of artistic houseliold furniture and deco- 
rations. Among the leading and representative 
e.stahlishments in this line in the city of Worcester 
is that of Mr. James C While, locateil at No. ."Doi 
Main street. This business was established only a 
little over a year ago, but since the date of its in- 
ception has received a liberal and substantial 
■patronage, and has achieved a prominence and 
widespread pojjularity for tlie excellence of its pro 
diictions and honorable methods of transacting its 
business. The premises occu]iied are spacious and 
commodious, and are very handsomely and attrac- 
tively arranged, possessing every appliance and 
convenience for the ttansaction of the already hirge 
and rapidly increasing trade. The stock carried is 
very large andcomplete, comprising fine parlor and 
library finnilure, consisting of plain and uphol- 
stered sofas, chairs, lounges, parlor, library, bed and 
dining-room suites of the very latest and most 
fashionable designs. Mr. White is prepared at all 
times to do all kinds of upholstering and lion-e 
decorating at the shortest possible notice in the 
very highest style of workmanship known to the 
trade, and at most reasonable prices. lie makes a 
.specialty of hne custom work, and for this purpo.se 
employs none hut the most skillful and prolicient 
workmen. Repairing and re-npholstering receive 
the most careful attention. Mr. White is an ex- 
perienced and practical man and devotes his entire 
attention to the business. He is a native of Boston, 
and has reside,! here for some time. He is very 
popular in social and commercial circles, wide- 
awake, clear-beaded, and energetic business man. 
and justly merits the success he has attained by liis 
unswerving devotion to straightforward and sound 
principles of mercantile probity. 

William Li. Davis, Druggist, No. 570 Main 
Street — -V reliable ])lace for obtaining medicine in 
time of sickness is a desirable desideratum. The 
house of William L. Davis, No. 579 Main street, is 
thoroughly reliable and first class in every respect. 
He carries a very large stock, and his store is one 
ot the finest lo be found in Worce.-^ter. He thor- 
oughly deserves the extensive city and country 
trade which he commands. His store is hand- 
.somely finished in oak, and has four commodious 
show windiws. It is provided with handsome 
.show ca.ses in which are a choice assortment of the 
description of goods usually found in a first-class 
retail drug store. The business was established in 
1877 by Mr. M. Fairbanks, the latter being suc- 
(s?ededin l.SS'2 by Mr. Davis, the present proprietor. 
Mr. D.ivis was born in Worcester twenty-nine 
years ago, and he has had quite an extensive and 
valuable experience in the drug busine.ss. 

Centennial Cafe, F. M. Marble, Ladies' and 
Gents' Dining-Rooms, No. 9 Mechanic Street. — 
The Centennial ('afe represents the largest, best 
equipped, and most pnpular iliuing-rooms in Wor- 
cester. Tlij enterprise has been in operation since 
1876, the founder being Mr. F. M. Marble, whose 
experience, taste, and energy, hasdevelo])ed it into 
a permanent and substantial success. Tlie rooms 
measure 90x25 feet. They are handsomely and 



attractively fitted up, ai\d furnished wiih every 
accessory calculated to add to the comfort and 
pleasure of gue-ts. The table is well supplied with 
all the delicacies that the markets afU)rd, s|iecial 
attention being given to quality and variety. The 
cuisine is in charge of skillful and accomplished 
cooks and the utmost care and cleanliness is ob- 
served, and the service is excellent. To take a 
meal at the "Centennial" is a source of genuine 
pleasure. High prices are eschewed, and it will 
be found that, considering the character of the 
house, the rales are tniifbrmly lower than can be 
obtained elsewhere. The ladies and genllemen's 
toilet rooms connected with this establishment 
afford hotel accommodations and conveniences 
without hotel expense. 

Jolm A. Kiee, Worcester Agricultural 
Warelionse and Seed Store, No. 5S8 Main Street. — 
The iio]nilar source of supply in the line of farm- 
ing tools and agricultural seeds of all kinils in llie 
city of Worcester is the establishment of Mr. .John 
A. Kice, known as the Worcester Agricultural 
Warehouse and Seed Store, and was established in 
1857 by Mr. John D. Lowell, wlio was succeeded 
in 1875 by Messrs. J. ik J. A Rice, the present 
proprietor assuming sole control in 1885. He is a 
wholesale and retail dealer in grass, field, and 
vegetable seeds, farm implements and tools, agri- 
cultural hardware, dry-rjieasures, flower-pots, cu- 
cumber wood pumps, fertilizers, ba.skets, etc. He 
oecniiies ti fine, large store and basement, 25x100 
feet each, in a handsome four-story brick block, 
and has a very large and active trade throughout 
the city and surrounding country. The stock 
carried is one of the largest to be found in the 
Stale, and embraces every article of utility and 
value to the farmers. The stock of seeds is always 
large and complete and just what are most desired 
by agriculturists and gardeners. Four clerks are 
emidoyed in the store. Mr. Rice is a native of the 
city and a representative business man. 

Smith &Iinlah, Dry Goods and Notions, No. 
294 Main Street. — .\lea<lingdry goods establishment 
in Worcester is that of Messrs. Smith & Imlab, which 
is a popidar resort for those in quest of stylish goods 
for ladies' wear, and gents' furnishings of all kinds. 
This house was establislied in 1883 by Mr. P. G. 
Imlah, the present firm beingorganized in Septem- 
ber, 1885. They occu|)V a fine, handsome store 
25x90 feet, with basement of the same size, and fur- 
nished in a most thorough manner, comlnning 
every facility for the display and arrangement of 
stock for insiiection and sales. The business com- 
prises a general line of dry goods, silks, cashmeres, 
dress goods, fancy gooils and no. ions, including all 
the popular styles and most fashionable designs of 
both European and domestic manufacture, which 
are purchased direct from the leading manufac- 
turers and importers of this country. The house 
makes a specialty of fine dress goods. Gentlemen's 
furnishing goods of tlie latest and most fashionable 
stvles are also displayed in profusion. A large and 
fiourishing trade is enjoyed in the city, and for a 
: radius of twenty miles in the country. A compe- 
tent Corps of clerks are employed, and prompt 
' attention is accorded every visitor, while the low- 
est prices rule. The members of the firm are 
Messrs. W. L. Smith and P. G. Imlah, both natives 
I of this city. 



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C. J. Richards, Manufacturer of all kinds 
of Brass Edge Fatterns for Boots, Shoes, Corsets, 
iSliirts, Overgaiteis, etc., Nos. 424 Main Street and 
5 Pleasant Street. — The old-established hoU3e of 
Mr. C J. Bicluirds was originated in 1842 by Mr 
(x. Valentine, wlio was afterward succeeded by 
Mr. C. J. Richards. The latter took his son into 
jiartnersliip, and for a time the style of the house 
was C. J. Richards & Son. The sun died in 1884, 
and Mr. Richards has since continued the business 
in his own name. He is a native of Southboro', 
]\rass., and li;vs resided in Worcester for the past 
thirty-nine years. He occupies a room 2o.\50 feet 
in dimensions on the third floor of Rogers' Build- 
ing, and tliis is eijuippcd with every requisite me- 
chanical appliance. Four hands are emiiloyed, and 
this house is the only one of its kind in the city. 
The producis of the concern embrace all kinds 
of brass and steel edge patterns for boots, shoes, 
corsets, shirts, overgaiters, pocket-books, mittens, 
etc. Patterns are also cut of sheet-iron, zinc, tin, 
or paper, niodeis cut and titled to lasts, and lull sets 
of patterns dr.il'tcd from anyone si/oe. All styles, 
in paper, are kept on hand. Orders by mail or ex- 
press are promptly attended to, and all work is 
guaranteed to give satisfaction. The trade of tlie 
house e.Ktends to all sections of the country, and all 
transactions with this house will be found in every 
way satisfactory. 

Josliu House, No. 06 Front Street, L. M. 
Driiry, Proprietor. — In the mnnber and excellence 
of its hotels Worcester is probably second to no 
other city in the world of the same population. 
All conditions and necessities of life can here be 
duly accommodated. One of the finest, and proba- 
bly the most popular with the traveling public, is 
the Joslin House, No. 6ii Front street, opposite the 
Common, of which Mr. L. M. L)rury is the esteemed 
proprietor. The Joslin House was opened to the 
public in 1S6(> by Mr. D. B. Williams, wlio was 
succeeded by L. (i. Joslin, who conducted it till 
18SI), when he was succeeded by Mr. Drury, who 
h;is since greatly improved and extended the busi- 
ness. The building is centrally and conveniently 
located, and is a stibstantial four-story building, 
loOxTofeet in dimensions. It is admirabiy arranged, 
and is so constructed as to be absolutely fireproof, 
and contains about fifty rooms. The cuisine of the 
Joslin House stands unrivaled. The catering is 
conducted on a basis of liberality that insures only 
the best and choicest that the market affords, while 
the culinary department is under the management 
of an experienced and distinguished c/te/', thus insur- 
ingsatisfaction to the most fastidious. Theh;[llsand 
corridors are spacious and convenient, while the 
rooms are commidions and handsomely furnished. ; 
Altogether, no expense has been spa.ud in any par- 
ticular, and this, coupled with the experience and 
practical knowledge displayed in the general arrange- 
ments, has resulted inas near perfecti(m in alldetails 
as can be desired. Mr. Drury is a native of Reeds- 
borough, Vt., and is highly regarded in commercial 
and social circles for his business capacity and ster- 
ling integrity. With all its advantages the rates 
of the Joslin House are very reasonable, and are 
duly appreciated by numbers of our leading busi- 
ness men, who have often experienced Mr. Drury's 
genial hospitality, and this accounts for the fact 
that the house is always well patronized at all 
seasons of the year. 



E. H. Hammond, Practical Repairer and 

Jobber of I'inniis, Lead and Iron Pipes, No. 18 
Church Street. — Mr. Hannuond has by his industry 
and push succeeded in building ii[) one of the mo.si 
prosperous trades in this city. He established his 
business about fourteen years ago at No. 4:;2 Mam 
street, and removed to his present location in ISSIl. 
From the date of his establishment he has been the 
recipient of a very liberal and substantial patronage, 
and now he has sufficient to tax all his resources. 
In tliese days, when all the modern inventions are 
in practical use by everybody, they are liable to 
get out of order, and to make the necessary repairs it 
requires as much or even more skill than that of the 
inventor or original constructor, and to supply these 
wants Mr. Hammond established this house. The 
premises occupied are spacious and commf)dious, 
comprising twoHoors, conveniently located, admira- 
bly fitted up, and thoroughly equipped with all the 
latest improved machinery andtoolsnecessary forthe 
successful proseeutionof the business, among which 
is a handsome and powerful steam engine to supply 
the motive power- He is a practical repairer and 
jobber of pumps, lead andiron pipes, and is pre- 
pared to put stoves, heaters, and furnaces in per- 
fect order at short notice, also does all kinds of stove- 
pipe work, key-fitting, lock repairing, bell-hanging, 
both electric and common; sliear and knife grind- 
ing, razor honing, and wringer repairing made a 
specialty. He also makes a special feature of grind- 
ing and repairing lawn mowers, making of saw 
filing a specialty. He employs none but the mo.st 
skillful and competent workmen, and being ,a 
practical man, hedevotes his entire attention to the 
details of his business. He does his work faithfully 
and conscientiously, and his services are inconstant 
demand all over the city. Mr. Hammond is a 
native of Vermont, and served for one year during 
the late Civil War in the Sixteenth Regiment, 
Vermont N'olunteers. He is competent, industrious, 
and in every res|iect thoroughly qualified for his 
business, besides being a clear-headed, wide-awake, 
energetic man, who enjoys the fullest confidence of 
the entire community. 

Worcester SHpper Company, Carpet 
and Web Slippers, No. 13 Mechanic Street, J. P. 
Grnsvenor, Proprietor. — .\s in all other great and 
important industries in these days, so in the mann- 
facttn'C of footwear of every description there are 
divisions and subdivisions, and the productions of 
these divisions contribute to make a satisfactory 
and perfect whole. The Worcester Slipper Com- 
pany devotes its attention exclusively to the manu- 
facture of machine-sewed carpet and web slippers, 
also turned slippers, and in this line has aeipiired 
a widespread repiUation for the superiority of its 
manufactures, which are shipped to dealers in all 
parts of the United States. The enterprise was 
originally established in 1874 by Mr. William 
Cooper, who disposed of his interest to William 
Holmes, who disposed of it to J. P. <4rosvenor in 
December, 1883. Mr. Grosvenor was born in Pax- 
ton, Mass., in 18.')3. He is a gentleman of fine 
commercial ability, and since he took control of 
this business he has largely developed the trade, so 
that his concern now ranks among the foremost in 
the trade. The factory is spacious and thoroughly 
equi])pcd with the best mechanical appliances 
known to the trade, and thirty-seven hands are 
permanently employed. 



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CrrV OF WORCESTER. 



Shatter & Webber, ManulUeturers of 
Building Finish, and Jobbers in all kinds uf Wood 
Work, No. llio Union Street.— The firm of Shatter 
A Webber is an important representative of the 
building interests of Worcester, and although one 
of the youngest concerns engaged in its special line 
of m;inufacture, has risen to a position tluit gives 
the greatest promise. Tlie business was inaugu- 
r.ited in May, 1SS4. In July of the following year 
Mr. Webber retired on account of failing health, 
leaving Mr Stillmau L. Shaffer the sole owner and 
manager. He has retained the original tiriii name. 
Tlie premises occupied comprise the entire first 
Hoor, 1 50.'c40 feet in dimensions. Here every facil- 
ity is present for the prosecution of a large trade. 
The range of manufacture embraces building ttnish 
of all kinds. From ten to fifteen expert hands are 
regularly employed, Mr. Shaffer personally super- 
vising their laljors. The house has a valuable rep- 
utation for the standard quality of its goods, and is 
growing steadily in favor, fretpient shipments now 
being made to all parts of New England. Messrs. 
Shatter & Webber deal heavily in wood-work of 
every description, and keep constantly on hand a 
large and complete stock, and o:ter imi)ortaut in- 
ducements to customers in the way of jirices. Mr. 
Shatter was born in New York, but has been a resi- 
dent of Worcester since 1863. He is an active, 
aggressive, and liberal-minded man. 

George G. Hildreth, Undertaker, and 
Dealer in Cbftins, Caskets, Plates, Trimmings, and 
(rrave Clothes, and Metallic Burial Cases, No. 36 
Foster Street. — The well-known undertaking es- 
tablishment of Mr. George <t. Hildreth wasfoinided 
by the present proprietor in ISoo, and from that 
time has been an important factor in the trade. 
The nature of tlie business requires the possession 
of peculiar talents, an even and engaging disposi- 
tion, and full knowledge of the proprieties incident to 
the last rites of burial. Mr. Hildreth is singularly 
fitted in these respects for dlseliarging tlie delic;ite 
duties incumbent upon him and addresses himself 
to his tasks in such manner as to give the utmost 
satisfaction. He furnishes hearses, carriages, and 
horses, and takes full charge of the dead, relieving 
the burden of sorrow of the relatives by his quiet 
and unobtrusive methods. A large and coin|ilete 
stock is carried of coffins, caskets, plates, ti'immings, 
and grave clothes, and he is prepared to furnish at all 
times metallic burial cases from the plainest to the 
most elaborate and costly designs. Mr. Hildreth 
caters with acceptability to every class of society, 
the poor, the conservative, and the wealthy, and is 
always moderate and attractive in his prices. Mr. 
Hildreth was borninBrattleboro, Vermont, in IS'io. 
and h.is resided in Worcester continuously since 
1842. He is a widely and favorably known 
citizen. 

Daniel Seagrave, Book and .Job Printer, 
No. 442 Main Street. — The first newspaper ever 
published and the first book and job printing ottice 
ever established in this country was iu Worcester. 
The founder was Isaiah Thomas, LL. D , the 
patriot editor, printer, and publisher, who estab 
lished the Worcester Spij and the largest book and 
job printing house in the United States in 1770. 
Mr. Thomas was born in Boston in 174.) and died 
in Worcester in 1831. The book and job printing 
ottice established by him came into the jiossession 



in 1851 of Mr. Daniel Seagrave. The enterprise is 
carried on in the Spy Block in a four-story brieic 
building. The place is fully equipped with presses, 
types, and every facility for the artistic execution 
of book and job printing of every description. All 
work is performed with promjitiiess, in tlie neatest 
manner, and at the fairest prices. .\ large city 
and country patronage is given the house. Mr. 
Seagrave was born in 1831 in Uxbridge, Worcester 
county, Mass., and is a member of the Worcester 
Society of Antiquity, and is deeply interested in 
archieology, local history, and genealogy, and has 
every facility for printing genealogical works and 
others of like character. 

Li. Merrifield, Agency for the celebrated 
Weber, Vose & Sons', and Caleuberg & Vaupel's 
Piano.s, Mason & Hamlin, and New England 
Organs, Sheet Music and Musical Merchandise, No. 
148 Main Street. — One of the principal head- 
quarters for pianos, organs, and musical goods of 
all kinds in the city of Worcester is the establish- 
ment of Mr. L. Merrifield, at No. 148 Main street. 
This gentleman has the agency for Worcester cou.ity 
for the celebrated Weber, Yn.se & Sous' pianos, the 
Mason & Hamlin and New England organs, and is 
a large dealer in musical merchandise and sheet 
music. The business was established in 181)0, and 
has been conducted with good success during all 
these years. Mr. Merrilield started in business in 
the Waldo Block on Main street, removing to his 
present location in February, 1880. Here lie occu- 
pies very tine quarters in Ormsby's Block, consisting 
of the ground floor and basement, each 25x80 feet, 
with a storeroom in the rear 2')x30 feet, and is very 
attractive in all its appointments. The stock of 
pianos and organs is always large and complete, com- 
prising many of the most celebrated and ])opular 
makes in the world, and sold at ))rices which are 
astonishingly low when compared with those in 
our liirger cities. Mr. Merrifield is a native of 
Worcester, born in 183i), is a thorough musician, and 
a sound and reliable business man, with wliom it is 
always a pleasure to deal. 

M. R. Colvin, Steam Gas and Water Piping, 
etc., No. 1(5 Exchange Street — There is perhaps 
no house in Worcester that has fairerclaims on the 
notice of the reviewer than that of Mr. M. R. Col- 
vin, No. 16 Exchange street. Established in 1881 
at No. 22 Exchange street, the present premkses 
were occupied in 1884. A very generous [latron- 
age has been built up, Mr. C. doing a larger giis 
piping business than all the shops together in 
Worcester, and the atFairs of the concern are con- 
ducted liberally, skillfully, and judiciously. A 
heavy and complete stock is carried of steam, gas, 
and water piping, plain and galvanized iron pipe 
I and fittings, and all goods usually handled by first- 
class establishments of this character. Mr. Colvin 
secures the best productions in the market, the 
superior quality of the specialties having earned 
for him a valuable reputation. The proprietor fits 
churches, public buildings, and private residences 
for gas machines in any part of New England. 
The best workmen only are employed, and all work 
is satisfactorily done. Gas ttxtnres are made to 
order and old ones re-bronzed. The house is a re- 
liable one in every way, and fully deserves the sup- 
port it receives. Mr. Colvin was born in Troy, N. 
Y., and came to Worcester in 1805. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



103 



BI. McClellan, Dealer in Crockery and Glass 
Ware, Xovelties, Five and Ten Cent (foods, Toys, 
etc., Nos. 2')0 and 282 Main Street. — This concern 
is a representative one in its line, and was founded 
in 1S7"J bv Mrs. M. McClellan. who is a native of 
New York State, and who has dcniimst rated success- 
fully that the gentler sex can maintain their own 
(ijsitions when pitched in competition amonjt the 
liLird-headed merchants of the male persuasion. 
Mr.s. McClellan has two stores, one located at No. 
2.31) and the other at No. 2-!2 Main street. She 
inatigurated the first "Boston Five and Ten Cent 
Store" in Worcester, and to the display and sale of 
tive and ten cent goods of every description the 
store at No. 2')(3 Main Street is devoted. The 
premises occupied here comprise the first floor and 
basement of a three-story brick building, covering 
an area of 25.ir9 ) feet. The stock is a large and 
varied one, and it is a very popular resort for people 
when out "shopping." At No. 2-i2 Main street 
Mrs. McClellan occupies the entire building of 
four stories and basement. This is 2oxlO() feet in 
dimensions, is very tastefully fitted up and arranged, 
and here is to be found the largest stock of crockery 
and glassware and novelties of all kimls in the 
city. While there is a five and ten cent counter 
here, the goods displayed embrace all kimls of 
crockery, glassware, lamps and lamp goods, fancy 
articles, etc., from the cheapest to the most expen- 
sive. Courteous and attentive assistants render 
prompt service to customers. While prompt, deci- 
sive, and energetic in all lier business engagements, 
Mrs. McClellan is a most amiable and pleasant lady. 

Henry "W. Miller, Hardware, Nails, and 
Glass, Marbled Mantles and (Jrates, No. l.jli Main 
Street. — A busine.ss that has been over a hundred 
years in existence is now owned by Mr. Henry W. 
Miller. It is the oldest business hou-e in the city 
and was founded in 1782 by Mr. Daniel Waldo, 
iSr., who was succeeded in 1821 by Miller & Rice, 
and in 1831 by Mr. H. W. Miller, who has since 
conducted it and is now the o'dcst man iu business 
in Worcester, yet he is still active and attends per- 
sonally to his business, in which lie is assisted by 
tive experienced employees. Mr. Miller does an 
extensive trade in liardware, nails, and glass, and 
marble grates, cooking and parlor stoves. lie also 
manuf.ictures stoves and hot-air furnaces. Mr. 
Miller has always been a resident of Worcester 
since ISitl, born in 1800 in Westminster, Mass. 
He has worked in the hardware bu-^iness since he 
was fifteen years of age. He is owner of the four- 
story building which bears his name, one store of 
which he occupies, in addition to three large 
cellars used for .storage purposes. The building has 
ii frontage of 50 feet and is 100 feet in dcptli. 
The store is 2')xl00 feet, and has two large show- 
windows. Mr. Miller carries on one of the largest 
businesses done in Worcester, and he has customers 
all over that county. 

O'Haire & Mead, Architectural and Gen- 
eral Wood Carvers, Patterns cut for(_'asiings, No. 90 
Foster Street. — Among those who are engaged in a 
truly art mechanical industry are Me.^rs. O' Haired 
Mead, No. ',(0, formerly Sti, Foster street. .Vlthough 
the house has been established but little more than 
a year, it has been the recipient of a liberal patron- 
age, and has achieved an enviable reputation 
throughout the city and surrounding country. The 



premises are spa'ious, especially adapted, and 
tlioroughly equipped with everything required for 
tlie business. They are prepared to execute all 
kinds of architectural, ornamental, and general 
wood engraving at the shortest notice and most 
rea.sonable prices, and make a particular specialty 
of cutting and carving patterns for castings. They 
employ a full force of the most skilled and profi- 
cient workmen. They are bothjiractical andexperi- 
cnced men, and carefully supervise every detail of 
their business. The individual members of the 
firm are Daniel O'Haire, who was born in Ireland, 
but h;is resided here for many years, and Ezra 
Mead, a native of England. Tliey are full of 
energy and ability, and enjoy the fullest coniidence 
of the entire community. 

C. W. Wilson, Designer and Engraver, Steel 
Letter and Stencil Cutter, No. 4o8 Main Street. — 
Among the many industries to which the city has 
given prominence is tliat of the engraver, and 
among those in this line none is better known than 
Mr. C. W. Wilson, who embarked in this busine.ss 
in I860, over a score of years ago, and by strict 
attention, good work, and reasonable prices and 
])romptness, has acquired a large patronage, and has 
achieved a reputation not only in this city and 
State, but throus;hout the United Stales. The prem- 
ises are commodious anil tlioroughly eciuipped with 
all necessary appliances to conduct the business. 
The workmen are selected with the greatest care, 
and their work is such as cannot be excelled. Mr. 
Wilson is a practical and thorough engraver, and 
devotes his entire attentiiin to liis business, and is 
much of the time engaged in the conceptl'm an 1 
perfecting of intricate and elaborate designs, and 
is prepared at all times to design and engrave coats- 
of-arms, crests, monograms, seals, inscriptions, letter 
anil note heads, private and busine.ss cards, invi- 
tations to balls, parties, receptions, weddings, etc , 
steel letter and stencil cutting, seal presse.-^, rubber 
stamps, duor-plates, brands, etc. He also makes .a 
specialty of piano and organ stencils. His trade i; 
very large and extends over the United States. 
Mr. Wilson is a native of Killingly, Conn., and has 
liad thirty years' experience in his business. 

Tliayer «& Co., Custom Shirts, Collars, an.l 
Cuffs, ciark's Block, No. 492 Main Street.— Among 
the new and deserving enterprises lately establishe I 
in the city, none are more worthy of extended no- 
tice than that of Thayer h Co., the manufacturers 
of tlie"iinxld" custom shirts. This business was 
located for a number of years in Rutland, Vt., and 
was established in this city in I880. The firm are 
manufacturers of shirts, collars, and cutfj, iu any 
style to order, and are making a specialty of " the 
c.iat shirt." This is a new and novel invention for 
comfort, style, and fit. It is ahead of any style of 
shirt ever introduced, is made coat-fitting, and is 
convenient to put on or take ofl". The firm also 
manufacture any style of shirt. They have in 
stock a fair line of French percales, Madras, and 
Cheviot shirtings for fancy s'lirts. ,\ 11 these good .i 
made here are unsurpassed, and in prices are reason- 
able. The highe.st prices are paid for work, and 
all shirts are reinforced, double-stitched through- 
out, and laundried in the be>t manner. Mr. S. 'J'. 
Thaver, the active member of the firm, is a native 
of Rutland, Vt., and a gentleman of experience, 
enterprise, and reliability. 



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CITY OF WORCESTER. 



J. W. Plaisted &Co., Fruit and Trodiice 
at Wliiilesale, No, lol Fi-nnt Street. — Messrs. J. W. 
I'laisteil it Co. have been prominently iilentilie<l 
witli tliis trade for the past decade, Mr. J. W. Plais- 
ted having been in business in Worcester for twen- 
ty-five years. Starting in this business in 1.S76, the 
trade of the house has had a steady growth and has 
been well sustained iu the community. The prem- 
ises occupied consist of the lirst floor and basement, 
each of which is 20.x7o feet in dimensions, and 
contains a stock of all kinds of foreisfu and domes- 
tic fruit and produce in its season. The business is 
of a wholesale character entirely. The members 
of the lirm are Messrs. J. W. and S. W. Plaisted. 
The former was born in Maine in 1S2H, and the 
ialter iu Massachusetts in 1853. Mr. J. W. Plaisted 
came to reside in this city in 1S49, and for six 
years was a member of the City Council. 

Mrs. 'N. A. Boiltwell, Dealer in Fancy 
Ooods, Confectionery, Toys, Pictures and Frames, 
Artists' (ioods, etc , "iS'o. 2<0 Main Street. — There 
are certain houses in each line of trade that stanil 
l)re-eniinent, and have, by close attention to the 
wants of their customers, built up a liberal patronage. 
Such an estalUishment in the city is that of Mrs. 
N. A. Boutwcll, dealer in fancy goods, confection- 
ery, toys, artists' materials, etc., etc. This house was 
foumlcil only two years ago, and, although not long 
established, has received a very large and inlhien- 
tial patronage, and won an enviable reputation for 
the e.\cellent and liberal manner in which the 
business is conducted. The premises are spacious, 
and very handsomely fitted up with two large win- 
dows, elaborate counters, elegant show cases, and 
thoroughly equipped with every convenience. The 
stock carried is quite large, and comprises a full 
line of fancy goods and a full assortment of every- 
thing tliat can be classed under that heading of 
merchandise. She also carries a full line of con- 
feclionery, pure and unadulterated, from the most 
famous manufacturers in the comitry, also toys of 
every description, besides pictures, consisting of 
paintings, etchings, photographs, chromos, oleo- 
gra])hs, etc.. also picture frames and mats, in stock or 
made to order. Slie makes a specialty of artists' ma- 
terials, such as canvas, stretchers, colors, brushes, 
palettes, easels etc., etc. The trade is retail, and 
extends throughout the city and country. Mrs. 
Boutwcll is a native of Fitchburg, Mass., and enjoys 
the fullest confidence of the business community. 

Walter H. Twichell, Successor to H. J. 
Jennings, Nickel Plater, No. l."? Mechanic Street. 
— One of the most popular and successful artisans 
in tlie city is Mr, Walter H. Twichell, the well- 
known nickel plater. The business was founded 
in 1S5G by Mr. II. J. Jenning-, who was succeedeil 
bv the present proprietor, March 1st, 188li. The 
premises occu|)ied consist of one fioor, 80x40 feet in 
dimensions, thoroughly equipped with all the nec- 
essary facilities for the busine.ss. Employing an 
efficitMit force of workmen, Mr. Twichell has 
already established a fine reptitaiion for prom|it- 
ness, skill, and reliability in all his work. He is 
prepared to execute all orders for fine nicl;cl plat- 
ing with the utmost dispatch and to guarantee sat- 
isfaction. He is fast building up a fine trade with 
manufacturing bouses, as well as doing a fine job- 
bing trade in replatins, etc. The patronage ex- 
lends all through New England. The constant aim 



of the proprietor is to improve the standard and 
quality of work, and at the same time placing his 
prices at the lowest possible figure. Mr. Twichell 
is a native of ISrookfield. Mass., of valuable experi- 
ence, and very reliable and popular. 

Ijiscoiiib, The Hatter, No. 407 Main Street — - . 
.\ ]>opular and well-equipped ettablislimcnt is con- 
ducted by Mr. N. S. Liscomb. 1 be business was 
started iu l8.")o by F. A. Eldred, and in 1S54 the 
present proprietor entered the business. The |)reni- 
ises occu|iied are '2o.xl"iO feet in dimensions, and 
furnished with . convenience for the satisfactory 
]n'osecution of aftiiirs. The stock carried includes 
hats, cap.s, furs, trunks, bags, and gentlemen's fur- 
nishings. It is complete and varied, couqireheml- 
ing all the late styes and novelties, and a luiiform 
superiority in quality that jirevails in but few sim- 
ilar e^tablishments. Mr. Liscomb gives his per- 
sonal attention to the seleeiion of goods, and his 
fine practical knowledge enables him to secure the 
finest in tlie market at low rates. Mr. Liscomb de- 
votes close attention to his business, and has the 
unlimited confidence of the comnmnity. 

3Irs. M. J. Home, Millinery Rooms, No. 
.170 Main Street. — One of the most popidar shop- 
)iing-|ilaces for the ladies of Worcester is the 
Tuillinery establishment of Jlrs. JI. J. Home. The 
business wasfirst established in 1S7'J by Mrs. L. A. 
Forme, who was succeeded by the present proprie- 
tress in 1881. The store is very eligibly situated 
for business purposes, is L'0x7o feet in size, and is a 
model of taste and attractiveness. It is fidly 
stocked with the most desirable millinery goods, 
including the latest novelties and finest foreign and 
domestn' trin^mings. Mrs. Home is prcjiarcd lo 
snp|)ly first-chiss millinery of the most correct and 
fishionable styles. The goods are all received 
direct from the most reliable sources of supply, and 
are guaranteed as to style and quality. Prompt, 
obliging, and reliab'e, Mrs. Home has established 
herself in the general tsteem of a large and lirst- 
class patronage throughout the city and surround- 
ing countrv. Mrs. Ilorne has resided here since 
1878, is jierfectly informed as to all the require- 
ments of her trade, and employs none but first-class 
assistants. 

Dr. F. E. Cassirty, Dentist, Office, No. 288 
Main Street. — Taking a prominent position in the 
dental ]irofession is F. E. Cassidy, D.D.S., who es- 
tablished his business in this city in 1884. This 
gentleman is one of the few thoroughly trained and 
highly eilucatcd professional sm-geon-dcntists of 
this city, who, through their skill, have reachcil a 
prominent position iti their profession. Dr. Cas- 
sidy's otHces are located in the well-known Flagg 
Ihiilding, and comprise two commodious apartments, 
each 25x25 feet in dimensions, llis ])arlors are 
very handsomely furnished, including the latest 
i uproved dental chairs, and in both the apparatus 
peculiar to the profession are well su]iplied. Dr. 
Ca~sidy attends to every branch of the dental pro- 
fcssioUj__ and administers anrcsthetics if desired, 
either in cleaning, extracting, or filling of teeth. 
He enjoys an excellent ciiy and country patronage. 
Dr. Cassidy is a native of this city, having been 
born liere on June 5th, 1856. He graduated at the 
Philadelphia Dental College, and is thoroughly 
traincil and competent. 



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George C. Devvhurst, Maniifactiirer of und 
Dealer in Fine t'lirriages of every slyle and grade, 
Nos. "Ji and "Ji Foster Street. — Twenty years ago 
tliis city had no general repository and nearly all tlie 
carriages used in Worcester were bought in IJoston 
and New York. Among the lirstto open a general 
repository wa-> Mr. (ieorge C iJewhnr.st, who started 
business in the place he now occnpies, Nos. 22 and 
24 Foster street, in 18(5o. Then his stock was bnt 
six or eight carriages as samples, while to-day he 
carries a stock of one ImiidreJ and fifty, comprising 
all the Idling styles in the market. Mr. L)ew- 
hurst lias enlarged his storage room from time to 
time from ssvcn hiinired si^nare feet to twenty 
thoiiiand. This large increase in room is partly 
owing to the greater mzm'jjr of styles and different 
grales of carriages that are m ide now but were not 
in lie twenty years ago. Mr. Dewluirst had ten 
years' e.'cperience in the carriage business before 
coming to Worcister, h iving learnaJ his trade as a 
wood-workmin in 18 )i. .Vt that time the old 
thorough brace two-wheel chaise was largely built. 
Mr. De.vhurst started the mmifacture of carriages 
in lS5i) in his native town, Anusbury, and for some 
years built the two-wheel chaise for the Boston 
trade. About tli it tim3 the two-wheeler began to 
go out of use and the four-wheel carriage soon took 
its plac3 as the leading vehicle. Mr. Dewluirst 
in ISlil droppe 1 the manufacture of chaises, and for 
five years before coming to this city built carriages 
in great variety for the New Engl ind trade. Mr. 
Dewhurst has in connection with his repository a 
full set of wor'.cm:^n for each branch of the business. 
Mr. Dewhurst's expenses in rent are reduced to 
about one-quarter the usual cost of rents in storing 
his stock, having a hydraulic elevator that runs to 
the fourth story of his repository. He has the 
reputation of carrying in stock some of the best 
styles and b34-mi b carriages in the country. Car- 
riages that Mr. Dewhurst made twenty-five years 
ago are yet in usj. His .stojk will always be fcjund 
full and complete in variety, an 1 we do not hesitate 
to assure buyers that Mr. Dewhnrst can and will 
offer his customers greater inducements to pur- 
chase of him than can be e.xtended »to them else- 
where. 

G. K. l\Ielli>r, Pharmacist, No. 430 Main, 
corner of I'leasint Street. — The establishment of 
which Mr. (i. IC. Mellor is tlie enterprising pro- 
prietor is one of the finest drug stores in Worces- 
ter. This house was established in 1877 by the 
present proprietor, is one of the largest in the city, 
and controls an extensive trade. The store is 
2i)x()0 feet in dimensions, two show windows, and 
finely fitted up with elegant show cases, line soda 
fo intain, and attractive appointments throughout. 
The stock of goods is large and complete, embracing 
the purest and freshest drugs in the market, all the 
standard proprietary medicines, and a line line of 
chemicals, while in toilet articles and perfumery 
the assortmjut includes everything of both foreign 
and domestic preparation and manufacture. The 
moit important feature of the business is the phy- 
sicians' and family prescription department, which 
is under the immediate supervision of Mr. Mellor, 
wh )se long experience, thorough skill, and painstak- 
ing care combin • to insure absolute accuracy and 
reliability. Mr. Mellor is a native of England and 
recognized t hroughont tliiscommunity as a practical 
and skillful pharmacist. I 



H. O. Adams, Oysters and Fish, Nos. 212 
and 214 Front .Street. — Among the most pri>minent 
and successful shell-hsli dealers in this city is 11. t). 
Adams, at the above numbers, where he occupies 
commodious (juarters, which he keeps well stocKed 
with oysters, clam.s, qnahaugs, and hsh. The house 
was founded in 1879, and rapidly came into public 
favor because of the superior quality of the stock 
kept on hand and the facility with which all orders 
are filled. Nine clerks are employed, and there are 
two departments, one devoted exclusively lo the 
sale of fish, both from fresh and salt water, which 
can be supplied fresh every day. Mr. Adams owns 
extensive oyster beds in tlie celebrated Barrington 
river, and as aconseqiieoce he ])ossessesexcei>tional 
facilities for supplying the large demands for these 
bivalves. These oysters are opened fi esh from the 
shells, and orders are taken and delivered to any 
part of the city free of charge, in large or small 
quantities or in the shell. He is also an extensive 
dealer in clams, qnahaugs, a delicious clam very 
popular in New England and commanding a large 
sale, Mr. Adams is a native of Blackstonp, Ma.ss., 
and is a live, energetic business man. Besides deal- 
ing in oysters, clams, etc., Mr. Adams has connected 
with his business a meat market where he supplies 
all kinds of fresh meat of the choicest qualities. 

Amoriean Awl Company, Mannfactnrers 
of and Dealers in Uaw Hide Alallets, Awls, Heeling 
Drivers, etc.. No. \\)b Front Street — In the manu- 
facture of mallets, awls, drivers, pegging-awls, wax 
thread, and McKay needle-, etc., the leading house, 
not only in this city, but in New England, is that 
of the American Awl Comi)any. This enterprise 
was originaled by Mr. H. A. S mthwick, the present 
superintendent of the works, in 187.">, and from small 
beginnings the business lias been built up to one of 
large proporiions, with ramifications throughout the 
New England and Western .States. .Associated with 
Mr. Southwick in the bn-iness is Mr. C. A. lla'-dy, 
both of whom are natives of Ma-sachusetls and gen- 
tlemen of long, practical budness experience. The 
premises occupied are spacious and are equipped 
with the best mechanical appliances, the machinery 
being operated by steam power. A complete force 
of workmen are employed, and the [jroducts of the 
concern conipri-e raw-hide mallets, wax-thread 
needles, Bigelow heeling-awls, McKay needle-. 
New Era pegging-awls, Varney pegging-awls, Var- 
ney drivers, Chamiiion pegging-awls, shoe-knives, 
and cast-olTs. The concern has a high standing in 
commercial circles. 

Troy Laundry, D. Lyneli, Proprietor, No. 2fi 

Pleasant Street. — The Troy laundry was established 
by the present proprietor, Mr. D. Lynch, in Octo- 
ber, 18sll, and met with immediate and generous 
recognition. The trade now extends all through 
the city and siwrounding country, .V full equip- 
ment of the latest and most inijirovcd m.ichinerv 
has been provided in every department, and a large 
force of skilled hands employed Only first-class 
work is turned out, and the most delicate materials 
are treated without injurv. The greatest care is 
taken in every detail, and nothing is allowed to 
leave the house that contains the least blemish or 
imperfection All orders are executed promptly. 
In quality and price the Troy laundry is the peer 
of any similar concern in the country. Mr. Lynch 
is an enterprising and reliable gentleman. 



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CITY OF WORCESTER. 



F. C. Dig'dow & Co., Real Estute Agency, 
No. 4(iU Main .Street. — Prominent among tliose wlio 
have largely contributed to the material develop- 
ment of Worcester in the real estate Ijusiness is tlie 
(irm ol' F. C. Bigelow & Co. The business was tirst 
establislied in lS(i9 by Messrs. L. A. Kly & Co., 
who were succeeded soon after by Messrs. F. C. & 
H. Bigelow, the present lirm assuming sole control 
in 18n3, with Mr. F. C. Bigelow as the sole pro- 
prietor. This gentleman has now been actively 
identilied with tiie real estate interess of tlie city 
for many years, and includes among his customers 
many of our leading capitalists and investors. He 
is a recognized authority as to the vahies of realty 
in all sections of tlie city and coiuity. He devotes 
special attention to the purchase, sale, and exchange 
of property, and his lists are among the most com- 
plete in the city, atlbrding an ample opportunity to 
choo.se from as regards location, size, price, etc. 
He pcisscs,scs unsurpassed facilities for success in all 
branches of the business, is prompt, efficient, and 
faithful in the e.xecution of every trust. Mr. Bige- 
low is a na;ive of iSherborn, Mass., has resided here 
since 1S49, is still in the prime of life, enterprising, 
and reliable in all his business relations. 

A. S. Colin & Co., "The Laboring Mans 
Clotliing ComiJany," Ready-Made Clothing of all 
kinds to suit the pockets of all classes, Hats, Caps, 
and Gents' Furnishing Goods, No. 513 Main 
Street, Franklin Square Clothiers. — This house was 
founded but a little more than a year ago, and has 
received a very substantial patronage, and achieved 
a very higli re|)utation for its goods, and the e."c- 
tremely low prices at which they are sold. The 
premises occupied are spacious and commodious, 
and thoroiigldy equipped and furnished. The 
stock has all been carefully selected and is attrac- 
tively arranged. An inspection of the stock man- 
ufactured reveals the fact that Mr. Cohn is using 
the linest productions of American and foreign 
woolen mills. They .sell the same quality of goods 
cheaper than any other house in the city, because 
they buy their goods exclusively for cash and sell 
forcash. Their business is adapted principally for 
the laboring trade to give them a good article at a 
low price; their expenses being small, they can 
afford to do it. They don't mislead the public by 
giving away presents, but give the purchaser hon- 
est goods for the value of their hiird earned money. 
An examination of their mammoth stock will show 
a large assortment of men's, youths', boys', and chil- 
dren's suits at astonishingly low prices for the 
quality of the goods The trade will lind its wants 
in tills line of commerce fully realized by placing 
their orders with this establishment. Mr. A. S. 
Cohn was born in (Germany, and has resided in 
the United States eighteen years. 

Pev«»y's Dental Rooms, corner Main and 
Pleasant Streets. — Taking a prominent position in 
the dental profession in this city is the firm of Drs. 
Pevev c<i Townsend. This tirm are widely known 
as among the few thoroughly trained and highly 
educated surgeon dentists in the city, who by years 
of study and jiractical. experience have reached a 
prominent ])osition in the profession. The busi- 
ness was founded in 187t) by Dr C. K. Pevey, the 
present firm being organized in 18S3. They occupy 
three 'arge rooms in a four-story brick block, the 



reception-rooms being very handsomely furnished 
and titted up for patrons, and the opejating-rooms 
being equipped with the latest ijnproved dental 
chairs. The long experience of Dr. Pevey, and the 
excellent training received by Dr. Townsend, has 
given them the rarest advantages for satisfactory 
work. The finest of artificial work is turned out, 
and sj)ecial attention is given to the painless ex- 
traction of teeth, and filling, cleaning, etc. Prices 
are placed at a very reasonable figure. Dr. Pevey 
is a native of Schagticoke, N. Y., in the prime of 
life, and a resident here since 1870. Dr. A. F. 
Townsend is a native of Taunton, Mass., a graduate 
of the Boston Dental College. 

Harrington & Brother, Metropolitan 
Stables, and Metropolitan Sliojis for Horseshoeing, 
Ctirriage Building and Repairing, Nos. 31, 3o, and 
35 Central Street. — It is now twenty years since 
this well-known and popular establishment was 
founded under the firm style of Denny & Harring- 
ton. When this ] artuership had subsisted for five 
years it was dissolve 1 in 1S71, and after some 
changes the present firm, consisting of Messrs. F. 
A. and D. A. Harrington, was then organized. 
Both these gentlemen are natives of Worcester, 
and the former is Commander of the ^Vorcester 
County C^ommandery of Masons. The premises 
utilized for the business comprise two buildings, 
140x50 and 120x50 feet in dimensions. The firm 
carry on a goieral livery, hack, and boarding stable 
business, and also the trade of horseshoeing, car- 
riage building, and repairing. The stable' and 
workshops are very eligibly located, tmd they are 
severally well equijiped. The firm have, by care- 
ful management tnid by an energetic desire to meet 
the wishes of their patrons, built for themselves an 
enviable reputation. The stables are well venti- 
lated and lighted, provided with drains arranged 
upon sanitary prini'iples, and every attention is 
given to the care and welfare of the stock. Horses 
are taken to board by the day, weeic, or month, and 
a fine stock of horses and handsome hacks, coaches, 
landaus, conpds. etc. In this line a specialty is 
made of suppfring carriages for weddings, funerals, 
etc., and as the stables are connecteil by telephone 
all orders receive prompt attention. Twenty-five 
hantls are employed, and the firm is one of the 
most substantial in the city. 

George E. Thayer, Commercial Job Printer, 

No. 154 Front Street. — Among the leading job 
printers of the city is the house of Mr. (ieorge K. 
Thayer, who established his enterprise about eleven 
years ago, and from the date of its inception has 
received a very flattering support and patronage. 
The premises occupied are commodious, and thor- 
oughly eijuipped with the latest and most approved 
fonts of type, material, etc., besides several ])resses, 
and constant employment is given to a number of 
skilled and proficient workmen. Mr. Thayer is 
prepared to execute all kinds of composition and 
presswork, but makes a specialty of fine jobbing, 
having every facility for the production of work of 
the most artistic and intricate character. He is a 
thoroughly practical and experienced man. and gives 
his entire attention to the busine.ss. Mr. (ieorge 
E. Thayer is a native of Charlton, Mass., and has 
residedin this city since 1S75. He is well known 
to the trade and is considered a leader in his line. 



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Sauford & Davis, Book and Job Printers, 

No 08 Front Street. — One of tlie oldest and most 
reputable houses engafred in tlie printino; bnsiness 
in this city is that named in tlie caption of this 
article. It was founded thirty years ago by Wr. 
Edward R. Fisk, who continued the business until 
1884, when Mr. George L. .Sanford succeeded to 
the enterprise, Mr. (jilbert G. Davis entering the 
business in 1886. Mr. Sauford was born in lioyls- 
ton, Mass., in 1838, and has been a resident iu 
Worcester since 1857. Mr. Davis was born in 
I'a.xton, JIass., in 1859. The preuiises occupied 
for the business are spacious and comnio<lious. 
The operating departments are prf>vided with cyl- 
inder and job presses, operated by steam power, 
numbering and cutting niachiues of the most im- 
proved patterns, by means of which the work pro- 
duced is accomplished with dispatch and in the 
best manner. In mechanical execution the print- 
ing ol this establishment cannot be excelled, while 
the proprietors keep the most extensive supply of 
new type, comprising all the late.-t styles, and are 
constantly adding thereto as new designs are pro- 
duced. Constant employment is aHbrded to eight 
skilled hands, in all departments neatness and 
order exist, and nothing is lacking to facilitate the 
transaction of the business here comluctcd. Every 
class of printing is executed here, from a small 
business card to a large volume, and perfection, 
proniptne>s, and integrity are the rules under which 
the business is conducted. Mr. Sanford is a promi- 
nent tKld-Fellow, and both are widely known and 
deservedly respected. 

Charles TS. Scott, Watchmaker, Jevrcler, and 
Optician, Nos. .'i73 Main and 5 Southbridge Streets. 
— The house of Mr. Charles N. Scott has been in- 
timately associated with the Worcester jewelry trade 
since the year 181)9. The house was originally 
founded by Messrs. Benjamin tioddard & Co., and 
was succeeded in January, 187o, by Mr. Charles N. 
Scott. In 1883 the firm style changed to Messrs, 
vScott & Stickney, Mr. Scott again re.snming the en- 
tire proprietorship in November, 1885. This busi- 
ness w;is Hrst started at the corner of Main and 
Walnut streets, removing to the Lincoln House 
Block in July, 1870, and later on to the corner of 
Main and Elm streets. On May 1st, 1883, the busi- 
ness was removed to the present address, in the 
Scott Block, which is owned Vjy Mr. Scott. Here his 
business is carried on in a line store, having a front- 
age of '25 feet on each street and a depth of 60 feet. 
It has four line sh<nv winJows. The store is filled 
with a large, handsome stock of watches, clocks 
jewelry, and ojitical good.s, embracing everything 
de-iiraiile in those lines. Two skilled hands are 
employed. Mr. >Scott is a native of Worcester, 
having been born here in 1846. He is well worthy 
of the e.xtensive patronage he enjoys. 

Richard O'Flynii, AVhite Star, Cnnard, and 
Inman Steamship Agency, and Antique and Mod- 
ern Book Store, No. 244 Fr.mt Street. — This is 
virtually Worcester's most noted and mo^^t popular 
"curiosity shop," for here are gathered books an- 
cient, books rare, books modern, coins antique and 
curious, relics of past ages, etc. Tlie store has a 
frontage of 2') feet and a depth of 40 feet. It is 
neatly fitted up and is lieavily stocked. The busi- 
ness was started in a small way in 1877, and it has 
since yearly increased very many per cent. In 



addition to conducting a large and important trade 
in aijti(ine and modern books, coins, and nlics, I^Ir. 
U'Flynn is the agent in thiscity I'or the White Star, 
Cunai'd.and Inman lines of steamships. Tickets 
and every information desired in respect to terms, 
etc., of these difiircnt shiiiping lines is courteously 
afl<}rded by Mr. O'Flynn, who also undertakes the 
arrangement of monetary remittances between this 
country and tlie diHerent nations of Europe. Mr. 
O'Flyim was born in Ireland in ]S3(J, and in ls51 
he took up liis residence in Worcester, and lias 
been connected with the Father Malhew Temjier- 
ance Society of Worcester for upward of thirty 
years. 

David Welch, Glass-Cnitcr and Engraver, 

and Manufacturer of Cut and Ground (ihiss lor 
Doors, Churches, and Cars, Nos. 8 and lU Manches- 
ter Street, formerly 86 Foster Street. — In this age of 
refinement, wealth, and enterprise, the demand for 
the productions of the glass-cutter and engraver for 
the last few years have been inordinately great. 
Prominent among those engaged in this enterprise 
in this city is Mr. David \\'clch, glass-cntter and 
engraver, etc. (No. 86 I'oster street formerly I, 
No.s. 8 and 10 Manchester street. Although estab- 
lished only about a year, he has received a very 
liberal patronage, and has attained a wide reputa- 
tion for the excellence of his productions. The 
premises occupied are especially arranged and thor- 
oughly equipiied. He is prepared to execute all 
orders at the shortest notice, in glass cutting and 
engraving, manufacturing of cut and ground glass, 
for doors, churches, parlition,s, club-rooni.s, <ar- 
riages, and cars, also leaded work done, all of which 
is tinished in the most artistic manner known to 
the trade. He makes a specialty of engraving 
initials, monograms, and designs to order He also 
carries a very large stock of rolled cathedral glass, 
and makes a specialty of ornamental glass for 
church windows. He employs none but the njost 
expert and skilled workmen. Mr Welch is a na- 
tive of England, and has resided in America some 
time. 

George A. Willard, Manufacturer of Sup- 
porter Trusses, No. 418 Main Street. — Tliis busi- 
ness was established nearly eight years ago by the 
present proprietor, and has a large patronage, prin- 
cipally from the most learned and skillful medical 
men in this city and the New England Slates. 
The premises occupied are spacious, admirably 
(itted up, and contain a line r.s.sortment of trusses of 
all kinds, supporters, etc. Mr, Willard brings to 
bear vast jiiactieal exi>erience and .scientific knowl- 
edge, which, H ith his great ingenuity, enabled him 
to bring out his invention of tlie su)iportcr truss, 
for wliich a patent was issued to him in May, 1880. 
The best recommendation of his trusses is their ex- 
tensive and permanent use, and the fact that our 
leading physii-ians indorse them as scientifically 
accurate and send their patients to his establish- 
ment to be fitted. The Willard truss condn<es 
directly to the permanent reduction and cure of 
the rupture, can be worn with comfort constantly 
in any position, and has the advantages of liiiht- 
nes.s, durability, and freedom from chafing. He 
lias an abundance of testimonials both from t!ie 
medical fraternity and customers. Mr. Willard is 
a native of this city. 



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CITY OF WORCESTER. 



Nevvcoillb Brothers, Market and Oyster 
House, IS'o. lil!:! Main Street. — Tlie leading estab- 
lisliment of tlie kind in Woreestur is tlie well- 
known market and oyster house tondueted by the 
Messrs. Neweoinb liros. The business of this 
house was inaugurated in ISlJo by iMr. A. S. I\'ew- 
comb, and was sueeessfully carried on alone by hiui 
until 1.S7.'), when he admitted his brother, Mr. E. 
L. Xewcomb, as a partner in the enterprise. The 
lirm deal extensively in fresh and salt iish of all 
kinds, and always have a large stock on hand of 
the best Iish obtainable. They also deal in choice 
grades of oysters and a-e heavy planters and ship- 
pers of the famous seaside and Cherrystone oysters, 
which are justly celebrated for their fine quality 
and delicious fiavor. The business premises consist 
of a line store in a three-story brick building, 20xS0 
feet in size, and a neatly furnished office lOxl.J feet 
in dimensions, also a large, cool, and well-venti- 
lated cellar. Both a wholesale and retail business 
Ls enjoyed by the Messrs. Newconib the year round. 
The members of the firm, Messrs. A. S. Mewcomb 
and E. L. Newcomb, are both natives of Welliieet, 
Cape Cod, Mass. 

E. M. Moers, Graded Woolen Rags, Taper 
Stock, Metals, and Rubber, Storage and Commis- 
sion, No. ISI.") Front Street. — This is one of the 
most extensive concerns in Kew England engaged 
in the handling of graded woolen rags, paper stock, 
metals, and ruiiber. It was originated in J SSI as a 
branch establishment, the headquarters being at 
No. 21 East Second street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The 
business in Cincinnati was founded in 1S.")4, with a 
small capital, and the volume of trade done by the 
firm is now of the representative value annually of 
JoS-'iiOflO. The prenuses occupied comprise three 
doors, each 4<lxG0 feet in dimensions. The business 
is divided into four departments— rags, paper sti ck, 
rubber, and woolen rags. Here and in Cincinnati the 
firm enqiloy from seventy-live to eiglity hand.s, and 
a specialty is made of handling graded woolen rags. 
Cioods are bought and sold on commission in exten- 
sive quantities, and goods are also stored at reason- 
able rates. The proprietor, Mr. E. M. Moers, was 
born in < lermany, in 1817, and has long been a 
resident in this country. 

Elmer G. Tucker, Practical Watchmaker, 
Dealer in Fine Watches, Clocks, Jewelry, No 340 
Main Street. — This gentleman is well and favor- 
ably known to this connnunity as a practical watch- 
maker and jeweler, and a dealer in watches, clocks, 
jewelry, silverware, spectacles, etc., and has been 
established in ilie business here since I.S.'SO. The 
store is 2')x(i0 feet in size, located in a three-story 
brick block, handsomely fitted up with two show 
windows and attractive appointments througluait, 
and displaying a laige and valuable stock of goods. 
The thoroughness in watcli-makiug and rc|iairing 
has served to bring this house at once into public 
favor. The stock comprises a large and elegant 
assortment of gold and silver watches, Fi-ench and 
American clocks, diamonds, rings, and other arti- 
cles of jewelry, sterling and plated silverware, spec- 
tacles, eye-glasses, and opera-glasses, and fancy 
gocjds of variims kinds, all of which are offered at 
attractive prices. In the repairing department 
special attention is given to I'rench clocks and 
music boxes, while all work is executed promptly 
and well. Mr. Tucker is a native of this citv. 



Frederick G. Stiles, Carriage, Sign, and 
Ornamental I'ainter, Carriage Repairing m all its 
branches. No. LOJ^orth Foster Street. — 1 he business 
of Mr. Frederick G. Stiles, the well-known carriage, 
sign, and ornamental painter, was first established 
in 1818, at No. It) School street, and removed to 
the present location in liSTo, and has achieved a 
very enviable reputation for the excellence of his 
work and low prices. The premises occupied are 
spacious and thoroughly equipped with ad the 
necessary tools, etc. As a painter in all its various 
branches !Mr. Stiles is well known to be thorough, 
and his .services are in constant demand. He is 
also prepared to do all kinds of carriage re]iairing, 
upholstering, trimming, etc., wdiile coach and om- 
nibus work receive the most especial care. He 
gives his personal attention to the business, and, 
being a practical man, sees that everything is done 
in a satisfactory manner. Mr. Stiles was born in 
this city sixty-one years ago, and has resided here 
ever since. He served as major of the Forty- 
second Regiment Massachusetts Voliniteers during 
the war, and is one of the most prominent and active 
members of the Masonic fraternity in Worcester. 

M. T. Greene & Co., Fine Millinery, No. 
4nti Main Street. — One of the most attractive and 
popular shopping-places in the city is the milli- 
nery establishment of M. T. (jreene & Co. The 
business of this house was first established in ISl.U 
by Mrs T. J. O'Brien, who was succeeded by the 
present proprietress in 188.3. The store is 2t)xlU(l 
feet in si/eandisa model of attractiveness. It is 
fully stocked with the most desirable first-class 
millinery goods in the market, including the latest 
noveltiesand finest fiireign and domestic trimmings. 
With large experience and a force of twelve hands 
Mrs. Cireene is prepared to supply first-class goods 
in this line of trade at a cost one-third less than 
they can be procured for at tlie counters in our 
larger cities. Her stock is alwavs large and com- 
plete in all departments, fresh goods and new 
styles being constantly received from the best and 
most fashionable sources of supply. Promj)!, 
obliging, and reliable, Mrs. Greene has established 
herself in the esteem of a large and inlluential 
patronage. 

J. H. Mnrphy, Ransom Stove Company's 
Stoves, No. hhW Main Street. — Among the business 
houses that occu|iy a leading] position in their special 
lines tluit of Mr. J. H. Murphy deserves honorable 
mention. This gentleman is a well-known dealer in 
stoves, ranges, furnaces, tinware, etc., and has been 
established in the business here since 1867. He oc- 
cupies a fine, large store and b.isemeiit, each 70x30 
feet in dimensions, and has every facility for carry- 
ing on the business. His stock is always conqilete in 
every department, comprising the latest improved 
and most modern styles of cooking and heating 
stoves, furnaces, ranges, including the celebrated 
Ransom range, together with a full line of kitchen 
furnishing g'lods, tin, sheet-iron, Britannia and Ja- 
panned ware. Mr. Mur|jliy is the inventor .iikI 
patentee of Murphy's utility coal hod, which has 
met with great success and large sale since it was put 
on the market in 187."). Tin roofing and pump work, 
copper, sheet-iron, and tin work are features of the 
business to wliich particular attention is paid, Mr. 
Murphy is a native of Ireland, but has resided in 
this country since 1846. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



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Irii O. Blake & Son, Watches, Diamonds, 
Jewelry, OiJtical (ioods, etc., No. 4;!:i Main Street. - 
This tirin stand very iiigli as watclimakers and 
jewek'rs, and are e.xtensive dealers in watches, 
diamonds, Jewelry, optical i?oods, etc. The business 
was founded in IMi7 by Messrs. lilaUe & Ki)hinbon, 
who weve succeeded by Mr. Ira <i. Blake some 
years alter, the present lirni being organized in 
187(i. They occu[iy a very desirable location and 
dispbiy a very artistic and complete assortment of 
goods of the linest and most desirable quality, all 
of which can be relied upon as being in all grades 
the best lo be obtained in tlie city, while the variety 
is such that the tastes and means of all classes can 
be readily suited. The lirm are manufacturers of 
the 'Ira G. DIaUe ik. Son" watches, and sole 
agents for the Vacheron & Constantin Cjeneva 
watches, and maintain a high iirestige in the 
handling of line watches of all kinds. Tliey are 
also iniiiorters of line French clocks, bronzes, 
etc., give special attention to repairing, and in 
addition to tlieir local business they make the 
inspection and rei>air of time locks on bank safes 
a specialty, and have business C(niiiections with a 
majority of the leading banks in New England, who 
consult them as e.fperts in this class of work. The 
members of the lirm are Messrs. Ira (r. and Fred. 
H. Ijla';e. The senior is a native of Peacham, Vt , 
the scni of Plymouth, N. II., and both are practical 
and successful watchmakers. 

Oliver B. 'Wood, P)lank Book Manufacturer, 
Publisher, and Mercantile Printer, Ko. 3 Maple 
Street. — l*'cw houses of the kind enjoy a more ex- 
tended popularity or a more prosiierous trade than 
that of Mr. Oliver B. Wood. Tlie business was 
origintilly established in 1874 under the lirm style 
of Sanford &('o., and subsequently the lirm became 
Sanford & Wood. In 1884 Mr. Wood became pro- 
prietor of the entire business and has conducted it 
with increasing success ever since. The head- 
quarters of the enterprise coriiprises the entire lirst 
lioor, which covers an area of 2o.\100 feet. The 
jtiace is furnished with every facility and equipped 
with all liie most improved apparatus and ajjpli- 
ances. There are four job presses and a fine cylin- 
der press, a twelve-horse power engine and boiler, 
and a full as.sortment of the finest types, etc. Em- 
ployment '\< given to ten sUilleil workmen and the 
tinest work is executed. All kinds of nvercantile 
and fine letter-|iresf> jirinting are jierformed, and 
special attention is given to legal iirinting. Mr. 
Wood is a native of Winchendon, Mass., born in 
1857, and has resided in Worcester for ten years. 

I. Davis & Co. .Wholesale and Pvctail Dealers 
in Fresh, Salt, and Pickled Fish, etc.. No. ()l!4 
Main Street. — Engaged in the wholesale and retail 
fish trade of Worcester are many extensive hou-es, 
among wbicli that of Messrs. I. Davis &. Co. is en- 
titled toma'ked .•ittention. Thisisone of the lead- 
ing houses in its line in the city, anil was founded 
in 1877 by the present enter|n-ising ]iroprietors, 
Messrs. I. Davis and J. P. Smith. Both gentle- 
menare natives of Massachusetts, the former having 
been born at Charlton and the latter at Barnsta- 
ble The premises occupied have a frontage of 25 
feet anil a depth of 70 feet. The salesroom is 
splendidly liglited and attractively fitted up. All 
modern conveniences for promptly Idling orders 
are at hand in boih the wholesale and retail de- 



partments. Every description of fresh, salt, and 
pickled tish is always to be founil in slock, and 
this of the freshest and choicest quality The firm 
also handle sardines of all kinds, and Baltimore, 
Korwalk, New Haven, and Providence riveroysters. 
A full line of canned goods is also kept in stock and 
the house has a very extensive patronage. 

Blirbaiik Brothers, Watches, Clocks, Jew- 
elry, Siiorting tiouds, etc.. No. 3ul Main Street. — 
One of the most attractive stores in Worcester is 
that owned by the Burbank Brother.s, at No. 301 
Main street, corner of Exchange. Here may be 
seen a profuse display of elegant watches, gold 
fchains, silver and plated ware, and a large stock of 
diamonds ; also a large stock of jewelry, clocks, and 
spectacle., and a superior stock of guns, pistols, 
ammunition, fishing-tackle, and spru'tsrnen s articles 
generally. The store is large and well arranged 
for carrying on the business, measuring 80.\3U feet. 
The Burbimk Brothers are natives of Maine. A. 
F. Burbank established himself in Boston in l.'f4l. 
Here he remained in business on Washington 
street for twenty-nine years, when, in 1871, he re- 
moved to Worcester, where his brother, A. E. Bur- 
bank, had been some years established as a jeweler. 
The bu.siness has been conducted under two depart- 
ments, A. L. Burbank owning and managing the 
jewelry, clock, spectacle, gun, fishing-tackle, and 
sporting goods department. A. Y . Burbank owns 
and manages the watch, diamond, solid silver, and 
[dated waie department. They were situated for 
several years at No. 341 jMain street, until the Burn- 
side Building was destroyed by fire in the winter of 
18S(), when they removed to No. 3i 1 Main street. 
This house is one of the leading ones of the city, 
where is done a very large business which extends 
all over Worcester county. The stock carried in 
this .store is a very large one and necessarily a very 
valuable one. Intending purchasers of anything in 
this line of goods will make no mistake in calling on 
the Piurbank Brothers and inspecting their stock. 

C. F. Lawreiiee & Co., Fine Book and 
Commercial Printers, No. ]9o Front Street. — A 
prominent house engaged in the i)rinting trade is 
that of Messrs. C. F. Lawrence & Co., which was 
founded over fifteen years ago by the ])resent pro- 
prietors. The premises are well located, titled, and 
fiirnished with tlie latest improved machinery, 
pres,ses, type, and jirinting materials Job work of 
every de.sciiption is executed in tire best style ot 
the art at the lowe>t prices consistent with equita- 
ble business. Mr. Lawrence, the sole owner of the 
business, furnishes estimates for printing books, 
also blank books, such as journals, d-iy-books, 
ledgers, etc., of the very best quality, also for all 
kinds of commercial job printing, bill and letter 
heads, statements, cards, prngrammes. circulars, and 
legal bbink forms of every description, lie makes 
a panicular specially of doing reports, catalogues, 
etc., for towns, all kinds ofsecret society anil other 
fine work of the best quality known to the trade. 
He employs skillful and proficient workmen, and 
being a practical and experienced printer he de- 
votes his personal attention to every detail of his 
business. Mr. Lawrence is a native of Canada, and 
has resided in this city for nearly twenty years. 
He is a consistent and persistent enemy to the ne- 
farious liipior traffic, and is held in high estimation 
by all who know him. 



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TOIVN OF WEBSTER. 



Chase & Tapley, Heel Manufacturers, Ko. 
154 Front Street. — Messrs. Chase & Tapley 's fac- 
tory is located at No. 154 Front street, where they 
employ a stall' of thirty skilled workmen exclu- 
sively in the manufacture of heels for boots and 
shoes. The premises tliey occupy for the business 
are spacious and convenient, and are equipped with 
all necessary improved mechanical appliances for 



the successful operation of the business. The firm 
have a large trade both locally and throusrhout the 
State. The house, which was established in Janu- 
ary, 1880, has a first-class reputation for the excel- 
lence of its products. The copartners are Messrs. 
Charles E. Chase and Walter II. Tapley. Both 
these frentlemen are natives of Massachusetts, and 
are young, active, and enterprLiing, 



TOWN OF WEBSTER. 



Webster, so called in honor of the eminent statesman, Daniel AVebster, was incorporated as a town 
Marcli 0th, 1832. The territory was formerly part of the towns of Oxford and Dudley, with a tract of 
land known as Oxford South Gore, at that time not included in any township. The boundaries of the 
town, after much controversy, were finally established in 1841. The township is about four miles in 
length a:id three and one-half miles in width, with an area of about nine thousand acres. The town 
is tifty-five miles west southwest from Boston, and sixteen miles south from Worcester, its latitude 
being 41° 50' and its longitude 5° 10' east from Washington. Near the centre of the town, at thebase of 
a range of hills, is Lake Chaubunagungamaug (" the boundary fishing place"!, the unpronounceable 
name given it by the Indians being still retained. At the North Village, the waters are discharged into 
the French, or, as named by the Indians, Maanexit river, which rises in Leicester and forms the divid- 
ing line between Webster and Dudley. It furnishes water power for the extensive woolen and cotton 
mills along its banks. The town is divided into four villages, viz : "North," "South," ''East," and 
" Depot," all within a radius of a mile, and containing a population of nearly seven thousand. 

Webster is celebrated for its excellent roads, substantial bridges, and the beauty and variety of its 
natural scenery. The town was formerly divided into five school districts, until the .system was abol- 
ished, in 1SG7, by the Legislature. There are twelve graded and Iwo mixed schools, with an average 
attendance of eight hundred pupils. In 1855 the High School was established and a large building was 
erected, the second floor being used for school purposes and the ground floor as a Town Hall. Jhe 
building was burned down in January, 1S70, andthetown authorities immediatelyerectedtheelegantand 
imposing stone building now occupied by the High School at a cost of $18,000. 

The town furnished three hundred and sixty-seven men during the War of the Rebellion, a surplus 
of fifty-seven over its quota. 

Samuel Slater, the " Father of cotton manufactiires of the United States," established the first mills 
in W^ebsler, and the Slater Woolen Company and the 11. N. Slaler Manufacturing Company, emjiloying 
in the aggregate seventeen hundred persons, are the outgrowth of his enterprise. 

The other important manufacturing interests of Webster at present writing are B. A. Corbin & Son, 
shoe manufacturers, employing several hundred bands; Murdock & Botham, manufacturers of shoes ; 
the Stevens Linen Works, the largest enterprise of its kind in the county, furnishing employment to 
five hundred operatives, and, in the adjoining town of Dudley John Chase & Son operate a very 
extensive woolen manufactory, with five hundred employees. 



TOWN OF WEBSTER. \\\ 



There are tliree lines of railroads in Webster: The Southbridge branch of the New York and New 
England railroad, the Worcester brancli of the Boston and Albany, and the Norwich and Worcester 
railroad, giving every desirable facility for travel and transportation, and with twelve trains daily to 
Boston and \\'orcestcr. 

The nninicipal affairs of Webster are managed by the following town officers: Selectmen — Asher 
T. Moore, chairman, Charles A. Ilodge, Patrick Condon; town clerk — Edward P. Carter; town trea- 
surer-Oscar Shumwiiy; tax collector — Aug. E. I>ay; overseer of the poor — E. N. Bigelow; school 
commissioner -Henry F. Thompson, three years, Clias. B. Kendrick, two years; assessors — Wm. F. 
Gale, John W. Dobbie, R. P.. Putnam, Wyman JC. Phetteplace, Jos. P. I,owe; audiiors— Jas. Magnire, 
Jas. Cocks, Jno. B. McQuaid ; lire engineers — J no. F. Hinds, Lyman II. Eddy, Elmoine I). Clemens, 
SamT J. Leavans. 

The Fire Department has a fine steam-engine, a hand -engine, hose-carriages, hook and ladder trucks, 
and is in an excellent condition. 

The api)ropriations for school purjioses are, for the current year, $7,150. The tax rate for all pur- 
pases is one and one-tenth per cent. 

There are two weekly newspapers published in Webster: The Webster Times, established in 1859. 
Mr. John Cut is the present editor and proprietor. The Webster Eayle was established about four vears 
ago by Messrs. Nichols & Johnson. Mr. E. C. Nichols is at present sole proprietor. Both of these 
newspapers are ably edited, influential in nnmicipal affairs, and have largely contributed to the pros- 
perity and progress of the town. 

The attractive surroundings, healthful climate, railroad facilities, low rate of taxation, rents, and 
cost of living malie Webster one of the most desirable resident points in Western Massachusetts, and com- 
bining, as it docs, especial facilities for manufacture, it gives promise of future substantial growth and 
prosperity. Among its natural attractions the town can safely boast of a climate entirely free from 
miasmatic influence, the health record of the place giving as favorable a sliowing as that of anv other 
section of the State. Epidemics are imknown, and tlie climatic conditions are in every way fa%'orable 
to long life and its fullest enjoyment. 

In the matter of well-paved and graded streets, Webster is exceptionally favored, and the roads 
centering in the town are kept in most thorough repair and well macadamized, affording every facility 
for transporting mercliandise to points remote from railroads, and advantages for pleasure driving 
unsurpassed for comfort, ease, and charming scenery. 

The sile is most advantageous for drainage, and the enterprise and policy of tlie municipal authori- 
ties, ably seconded by tlie people, have given to the town a perfect sanitary condition, exceptional even 
among the towns of Massachusetts, proverbial for the attention paid to this important subject. 

The moral tone is of a high character, and the cliurches, which include those of the Episcopal, 
Congregational, Baptist, Methodist, Universalist, and Roman Catholic denominations, are well sustained, 
and are all in a nourishing condition. Most of the church buildings are imposing and substantial struc- 
tures. 

Ample accommodations are afforded by the graded schools of the town for the education of the 
ma.=ses, and the High School gives every facility for a thorough preiianition of pupils for ad:nission to 
any college or university in the country, and for qualifying the young for tlie successful prosecution of 
all busines-i outside the learned professions. 

The First National Bank of Webster was incorporated in 1875, and with a capital of $100,000 
gives all the required facilities for discount, deposit, and exchange, while the Webster Five Cent Sav- 
ings Bank, incorporated in 18G8, affords abundant opportunities for savings. 

The supply of water for domestic purposes and in case of fire is abundant. The source of supply 
is ths beautiful Lake Chaubunagungamaug, the water of which is of a high standard of purity. 

An excellent quality of gas is supplied from the plant of the Webster Gas-Light Company at low 
price, the works being nnder the control of the Stevens Linen Works. 

The social elements of Webster are not wanting, the Masonic, Grand Army of the Republic, and 
other secret and beneficial organizations having a strong support in the town. 

A drive in any direction from the town gives to tlie observing most delightful views of mountain, 
.valley, and lake scenery. From Ide's Hill a view of the beautiful lakes is obtained, and beyond the 
water the wooded hills and vales present a charming picture, the view being limited by the far moun- 
tain range beyond Southbridge to the West. 

At Point Breeze, Union Point, Elliot Shore, Bates Grove, the Narrows, and other points on the kke 



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TOWN OF WEBSTER. 



buildings have been creotecl for excursion and pleasure parties, dancing, boating, sailing, fishing, etc., and 
at nominal prices the greatest amount of pleasure is here obtainable fur camping parties. 

The advantages of Webster as a manufacturing centic are apparent to tlie most casual ob.server, and 
no town in the ^Itate oilers greater inducements for investment in industrial puisuits than this section. 
Tlie town has no debt, and the low rate of ta.xalion, being but one and one-tenth per cent., makes a showing 
creditable to the thrift of the people and the j)rudent and efficient management of municipal affairs. 
In this regard ilie history of the town is perhaps without a parallel in the State. Already famous in the 
manufacturing world, its rapid growth and progress in the past foretell a bright future, and the successful 
conduct of momentous enterprises here for generations is most encouraging to those contemplating the 
inauguration of manufactm-ing operations here. 

With two competing lines of railroad, the New York and New England and Norwich and Worcester, 
and the Web.ster Eranch of the Boston and jVlbany reaching the great business centres of New Kngland, 
lioston and Worcester, giving twelve trains daily to each point and securing, by rea,son of competition, 
the lowest rates for merchandise, and giving an unlimited supply of coal for steam purposes at minimum 
prices, the motive power for niannfactures is obtainable here at as low a price as thatof any towninNew 
England, the low prices of land for desirable factory sites, the cheap rents and cost of living, healthful 
climate and other considerations, point to Webster as the scene of future operations which will give the 
town i)re-emincnce among the great sources of supply of manufactured articles of every description in 
Massachusetts. 

There is no advantage possessed by any town of its size in the State which Webster does not com- 
mand, and the public spirit of the people, and particularly of the leading citizens and property owners of 
the town and vicinity, is a standing invitation to those wlio seek prolitable investments and pleasant 
homes, and is a guarantee of cordial welcome. 



S. R. Barton & Co., (ieneral Insurance 
Agents, Ofliccs, Nos. \'-'> anil 14 Shumway s Bloek, 
Main Street. — The jirincipal agency for tire insur- 
ance in Webster and vicinity is that of Messrs. 
S. K. Barton & (/o. This agency wag established 
by Mr. S. K. Barton in 1874. In 1880 he was suc- 
i-ceded by Mosrs. K. J. &C. C. Williamso'i, who 
coii;hicted tlie business until June, 1886, when they 
ilispiHed of it to the present firm, which is receiving 
the support and patronage of [iroperly holders.^en- 
erally. The linn now rcprescntthe following pow- 
erful and conservatively managed corporations, 
vi/..; the Middlesex Mutual, of ('ambridge; the 
Merchants' and Farmers' Mutual, of Worcester ; 
the llolyoke :Mutual, the Fitcliburg Mutiml, tie 
Citi/.ens' Mutual, of Boston; the Koyal, the Lon- 
don an 1 Lancashire, the North British and Mer- 
cantile, the I'ho'uix Assurance Company, and the 
Sun Insurance Company, all of England ; the Con- 
tinental, the Niagara, the Commercial Union, the 
Merchants,' and the American, of New York ; tlie 
I'hoenix, of Brooklyn; the Phwnix, of Hartford; 
the IVnnsylvania, and the Fire Association, of 
I'liilailelphia. Representing, as they do. many 
millions of dollars of assetsandres ■iirces, this firm 
are |irepared to promptly place the largest risks, 
distributing the .same in the most .judicious and 
satisfactory manner, and guaranteeing a jirompt 
AW 1 liberal .adjustment of all losses. They control 
the insuring of many of the choicest lines of busi- 
nes-i and residence property in W'ebster and 
( )xfni'd, and in .some portions of Connecticut, and 
are deservedly popular and respected, both as reli- 
ab'e unilerwriters and adjusters, and .as sound and 
substantial business men. They are also prepared 
to place life and accident insurance with the most 
responsible companies- There are few if any insur- 
ance agencies outside the largest cities of the coun- 
try who have placed larger mill risks than the firm 
of Barton & Co. The members of the firm are 



Messrs. S. E. Barton and C. B. Kendrick. Mr. 
Barton is a native of Oxford, Mass., and the secre- 
tary of the Manufacturers' Mutual Fire Insurance 
Comjiany, of ^\'orcester, and both he and Mr. 
Kendrick are recognized authorities in fire insur- 
ance. The jn lior member of the firm is one of 
the most promising of the junior members of the 
\\ orcester county bar, and has his oflice in Web- 
ster, lie pursued bis law studies luider the most 
disadvantageous circumstances, and has by energy 
and hard work in the mills attained a ]irominent 
position among the younger members of his pro- 
fession, lie was ])reparcd for admission to the bar 
in the office of Messrs. Kice, King & Kice, of Wor- 
C-'ster. and is held in unusual confidence by the 
bench and bar of this, his native, county. 

John J. Love, Webster Marble and Granite 
Works, Shop on Chase .\ venue, II. D. Sanford, 
.\gent. — This gentleman manufactures monuments, 
tablets, headstones, and curbing from any descrip- 
tion of marble, granite, or brownstoue, and deals 
in every variety of marble and granite for monu- 
mental, building, or curbin.g work, carrying in 
stock the finest a.ssortment of monuments and de- 
signs to be found outside of our larger cities. His 
shop comprises two floors 40x1011 feet each, and 
nine skilled workmen are constantly employed in 
the business. Every design of monument or grave- 
stone is made to order at the shortest notice, and at 
prices which are eminently reasonable. .\11 work 
is guaranteed to be first-class and thoroughly satis- 
factory in all e.sscntial respects, and every operation 
of tlie works is under the immediate supervision of 
the proprietor, whose long experience and jierfect 
s'iill and taste insure accuracy in every detail. 
The business w.is founded in 1854 by Mr. II. D. 
Sanford, who still remains in the establishment as 
its agent. Mr. Love succeeded to the jiroprietor- 
ship in 1875. 



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H. N. Slater Manufacturiugr Com- 
pany. —The works of the Slatm- Maniifaftnring 
Company are among the leading cotton manu- 
factories of the United (States, and in connection 
with the Slater Woolen Company's establishment, a 
skctcli of which is found in tliiswork, constitutes one 
of the leading industries of tlie country. Tlie com- 
pany's works cover an area of several acres in Kast 
Village and South Village, the cotton mills proper 
being located at the latter place. In this immense 
establishment the finest cotton goods arc manu- 
factured, and in these works and the (ircen Mills, 
situate in East Village, where the dyeing, bleach- 
ing, and finishing is done, a force of seven hundred 
and fifty liands are employed. The company manu- 
facture immense quantities of all kinds of cotton 
goods, such as cambrics, silesias, wiggins, jaconets, 
and cotton dress goods, and at the (irecn Mills not 
only all the product of the works at jSorth \'illage 
are dyed, bleached, and finished, but the company 
pnrcha.se and finish at the Kast Village works three 
times as much more, finishing two thousand pieces 
per day. The mills at North Village have fifty 
thousand spindles in constant operation, and with 
those in use in the woolen mills the company have 
in service about twenty steam-engines, with an 
aggregate of one thousand five hundred horse 
power, and with the same amount of water power. 
For their purposes the company use the entire 
available water power of the lake, having the right 
to use four and a half feet of the water. Mr. II. N. 
Slater, the president of the com]iany, is a son of Mr. 
Samuel Slater, who inaugurated the business here 
in 1815. He, Mr. Samuel Slater, was the first to 
introduce the Arkwright system of spinning cotton 
into the I'nited States. The inventor of this pro- 
cess was dubbed a knight for his im[iortant in- 
vention. Mr. H. N. Slater, Jr., is the treasurer of 
the company, and father and son are alike noted 
for their zeal and enterprise, not only in the im- 
portant work in which they are personally in- 
terested, but in all things which tend to promote 
the welfare of their employees and the growth and 
progress of the town. The New York ofiice of the 
company Ls at No. 46 Leonard street. New York. 
The treasurer has an ofiice in Providence, No. (H 
North Main street, where he is to be found si.x ; 
months of each year. The pay-rolls of the Slater 
companies aggregate §10,000 per week. 

Cyrus Spaillding', Hardware, Iron, and 
Stoves, Woodenware and Agricultural Tools. — This 
gentleman is an extensive dealer in hardware, iron, 
stoves, woodenware, and agricultural tfjols, and 
stands at the head of the trade in each of these 
lines in this community. The business was founded 
by his father, Mr. Erastus Spaulding, in 1834, and 
has been in possession of the present proprietor 
some twenty years. The premises occupied by the 
business comprise the ground floor, 20.xl00 feet in 
front, and in rear 37 feet in width, divided into 
salesrooms, ofiice, and shop, and a room on the 
second floor 20.\40 feel. The general stock here 
<lisplaved is large and varied. The assortment of 
hardware is carefully selected, and is all of the 
best makes and most improved patterns. The line 
of stoves embodies all the modern inventions for 
cooking and heating, and the agricultural imple- 
ments for sale include everything neces,sary or use- 
ful on or about the farm. The diversity of the 
goods is such that an enumeration of the ditlerent 



articles would be impossible. All the goods are 
purchased from first hands and manufacturers, and 
are oflcred at the lowest market prices. In the 
shop every description of tinware is manul"acturi,'d 
and repaired. The trade of the house is hirge and 
influential. Mr. Spaulding is a native of Webster, 
and one of its representative business men. 

G. H. Redman, Photographer, Sliumway's 
Pilock. — The leading photographer in this town is 
Mr. G. II. Kedman, who established himself in 
business here in J une, 1885. He occupies a line oper- 
ating gallery and reception room, each (10x20 feet 
in dimensions and fitted up in artistic style. The re- 
ception room is filled with specimens of the pro- 
prietor's artistic skill. Mr. Kedman is a native of 
Massachusetts, and formerly was engaged at Ant- 
werp, Germany, in following his profession as a 
landscape painter. He has produced many supe- 
rior paintings, which have fully established his 
merits as an artist of high order. He learned the 
photographer's art under able teacliers, and under- 
stands thoroughly every branch of the calling. He 
is prepared to execute all kinds of artist work in 
India ink, pastel, crayon, and water colors, making 
a s|iecialty of fine portraits and photographic work 
of all styles. He uses the instantaneous process, 
and guarantees the best results. Mr. Keilman was 
for a year the principal operator of James W. 
Norton, of No. 99 Boylston street, Boston, and was 
for four years successfully engaged in business prior 
to his removal to Webster. 

Hotel De Witt; B. F. Sibley, Proprietor.— 
This popular hotel was established some twenty 
years ago by Mr. Lyman Sheldon. The present 
proprietor, Mr. B. F. Sibley, came into the man- 
agement four years ago, and has succeeded in mak- 
ing the place more popular than ever. The hotel 
building is a two-story structure, 110x40 feet in 
dimensions. From top to bottom the house is well 
appointed, neatly and cleanly kept, and the cuisine 
is all that coidd be desired, the accommodation being 
of a first-class character. There are accommodations 
for more than twenty guests, and every convenience 
and comff)rt has been provided for parties stopping 
at the hotel. The prices charged are reasonable. 
Une of the attractive features is a bar stocked with 
an assortment of choice liquors, with a polite at- 
tendant to serve them. Mr. Sibley, the genial 
proprietor of the "De Witt," is a native of Massa- 
chusetts. He is a popular host and valued citizen. 
Among the traveling public he is esteemed a model 
host in all that the term implies. Steam heating 
apparatus has lately been introduced. 

J. M. Rawson, Clothing, Hats, Furnishing 
Goods, etc.. No. 27 Main Street. — Tfiis gcTitleman 
is a native of Rhode Island, and has resided for 
thirty-five years in Massachusetts, the cities being 
Boston, Worcester, and Webster. In June, ISO), 
he established his businesss in the last-named place, 
and has become one of the most prominent citizens 
of the town. His store is finely appointed, and is 
filled with a superior stock of clothing, hats, caps, 
and gentlemen's furnishing goods of all kinds, the 
assortment being complete in every particular. 
The stock comprises all I he latest styles and fashion- 
able novelties. Two clerks are employed in the 
establishment, and customers are assured of prompt 
and courteous attention. 



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CITY OF WEBSTER. 



Slater Woolen Company. — There is prob- 
ably no better proof of present prosperity or future 
greatness of any corarauuity than is shown l)y the 
organizations of men and capital for tlie purpose of 
conducting heavy manufacturing upon a scale 
which not only involves the investment of large 
sums of money, but also requires the most extensive 
commercial relations in the transaction of its busi- 
ness and the most profound linancial ability to 
manage its affiiirs. Worcester county is fortunate 
in possessing many institntions of this important 
character, prominent among them being that of the 
Slater Woolen Company in Webster. The business 
of this great corporation was founded here in 1S15 
by Mr. Samuel Slater, who came from England in 
1789, and is known as the man who made the lirst 
satisfactory attempt to manufacture cotton in this 
country, and who caused to be built a large number 
of factories on all the streams which centre in 
Providence. The Slater Woolen Company was 
incorporated in ISti"), and has as its president !Mr. 
H. N. Slater, who i.s the son of Samuel Slater, and 
now in his seventy-ninth year. The treasurer of 
the company is his son, Mr. II. N. Slater, Jr. ; 
superintendent, Amos Bartlett. The capital stock 
of the company is $500,000. The manufacturing 
plant is one of the largest devoted to the purpose in 
the country. The main mill is two stories liigh, 
200x100 feet in dimensions, and built of brick in 
a very thorough and substantial manner. This 
contains forty sets of cards, two hundred and fifty- 
three broad looms, and otherwise thoroughly 
equipped with modern machinery and meclianical 
appliances, and operated by steam power. There 
are also the weaving shop, containing four floors, 
the dye-house, finishing-room, and other necessary 
buildings, making a large community by itself. 
Seven hundred and fifty hands are employed in this 
factory, the work of which is divided into several 
general departments, and all under the most expe- 
rienced and competent supervision and manage- 
ment. The operations of the factory are principally 
confined to the manufacture of a great vSriety of 
fine woolen goods, sucli as indigo flannels, police 
cloths, suitings, ladies' dress goods, broadcloths, 
and doeskins. As may be inferred from the mag- 
nitude of the plant, the outfit is proportionately 
large, while the goods have a national reputation 
for their superiority in quality and fine finish, and 
are sold throughout the entire coinitry on their 
own acknowledged merits. The company has its 
own offices at the following jjoints: No. 64 North 
Main street, Providence, K. I. ; No. 23 Kingston 
street, Boston, Mass. ; No. 46 Leonard street. New 
York city; No. 2G7 Franklin street, Chicago, 111. 
In connection with their extensive operations and 
for the benefit of their employees and those of the 
H. N. Slater Manufacturing Company, and for the 
general public as well, the Slater W<iolen Company 
conduct an extensive general merchandise store in 
Webster, occupying a large two-story building 
70x100 feet in size, this branch of the business 
being imder the management and supervision of 
Mr. (.'. K. Labaree. There are four separate apart- 
ments, and thirty-seven clerks are employed in the 
conduct of the large trade. The merchandise con- 
.sists of dry and fancy goods, notions, small wares, 
shawds, cloaks, dress goods, gloves, hosiery, fur- 
nishing goods, ready-made clothing, trunks, valises, 
boots, shoes, rubbers, furniture, carpets, hardware, 
stoves, ranges, produce, groceries, meats, provisions, 



flour, and everything required for household or 
personal use or adornment. The sales in this estab- 
lishment aggregate almost §1,000 per day, and the 
manager makes two trips to Boston weekly to pur- 
cliase the sujjplies required. This store was estab- 
lished in 1867, and the project, like mo.st of the 
many enterprises which the Messrs. Slater have 
inaugurated here, was inspired by the most disin- 
terested motives. The goods are purcluised in large 
quantities for cash, and are sold at the lowest pos- 
sible margin of profit sufficient to cover expenses, 
and the army of nearly one thousandseven hundred 
enqdoyees of these companies, as well as the gen- 
eral public, gratefully appreciate the unselfish eflbrts 
of the Messrs. Slater in their behalf. The em- 
ployees, it shoidd be stated, are at liberty to pur- 
chase supplies wherever they desire. Of Mr. H. N. 
Slater it may well be said that he is the leading 
spirit in anything looking to the general good in 
Webster. Ilis enterprise has made the town what 
it is, and from the industries which he has inaugu- 
rated more than one-half of the peoide of Webster 
obtain their livelihood. lie is the large.st tax- 
payer in the town, the amount aggregating more 
than one-third of all the taxes assessed, and, on the 
vergeof his fourscore years of life, he is foremost in 
all that goes to foster the welfare of the people, 
promoting by his means, counsel, and encourage- 
ment every deserving public and private enterprise, 
lie is the president of the H. N. Slater Manu- 
facturing Company, a notice of wliich appears in 
this connection. 

A. J. Bates, Stoves and Hardware, School 
Street. — This gentleman is an extensive dealer in 
hardware and stoves, and has been established in the 
business here for a period of twenty-two years. He oc- 
cupies a fine, large, double store, 40x05 feet in dimen- 
sions, admirably adapted for the business, and thor- 
oughly equipped. The display of goods endiraces a 
full line of builders' and housefurnishing liardware, 
and lionse and kitchen furnishing goods, such as 
stoves, ranges, and furnaces, tin. Japanned, and hol- 
low ware, stamped and wooden ware, and all other 
articles usually found in a first-class establishment 
of this kind. The line of stoves embodies all the 
latest patterns and most improved methods for both 
cooking and heating, all of which are received from 
the best and most reliable manufacturers in tlie 
country, and are offered at prices which are safe 
from successful competition. The trade is large in 
Webster and throughout all the surrounding towns. 
Mr. Bates is a native of Connecticut. 

W. H. Hinclilltte, Crockery, Gla-ssware, 
Tinware, Lamp Goods, Woodenware, Hardware, 
etc., Stockwell's Block, Main Street. — The house of 
Mr. W. H. Ilinchlifie was established in February, 
1883, by the present proprietor, and is one of the 
most popular shopping places in the town. The 
two handsome stores occupied have a front meas- 
urement of 20 feet, with a de|ith of 40 feet. Both 
stores are completely filled with a large and varied 
assortment of all kinds of crockery, glassware, tin- 
ware, lamp goods, woodenware. hardware, baskets, 
stationery, toys, and fancy goods of every descrip- 
tion. Tile stock contains everything imaginable 
in novelties and fancy goods. These goods are 
offered at prices that cannot be called else than 
bargains. Mr. Ilinchlifie is a native of Dudley, 
but has lived in AVebster since his boyhood. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



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John Chase & Sons, ManufacturtTs of 
"VVuolens.^Although the extensive plant of the 
■Chase Woolen Mills is situate outside the coqjorate 
-limits of Webster and within those of Dudley, 
being located on the west side of the French river, 
the enterprise is essentially one of Webster's indus- 
tries, and lias for many years largely contributed to 
the growth and prosperity of the town, and the his- 
tory of the concern has long been closely identilied 
with its interests. The vast water powerljelonging 
to the Chase Mills was, prior to the incorporation 
■of Webster, the property of the Nichols cotton 
factory, and was subsequently known as Fenner's. 
These works were formerly located within the lim- 
its of Webster. The cotton mill was burned June 
1st, 1855, and the franchises of the proprietor 
were, in 1857, purchased by Messrs. John Cliase &. 
Sons, who erected extensive buildings on the pres- 
ent site in 18G0. These from time to time have 
been enlarged, and at present writing they cover an 
area of several acres, and the industry is recog- 
nized as one of the leading woolen mills of the 
country. .Since the death of JNIr. John Chase in 
1871 the important work has been conducted by 
!Mr. Frederick T. Chase, under the old name of 
John Chase & Sons, Mr. Geo. Tracy being associ- 
■ated with Mr. Chase and having an interest in the 
business. Additions were made to the present mill 
in 1870, and again in 1878 and 1882. Sixteen sets 
of cards, or one hundred and two broad looms, are 
now in operation, consuming three thousand pounds 
of scoured wool per day, producing nine thousand 
yards of light and seven thousand five hundred 
yards of heavy fabrics per week. The value of the 
output aggregates one million dollars per year, and 
■comprises over four hundred patterns of medium, 
light and medium cheviots, suitings, and plain and 
fancy worsteds, for men's wear, embracing all the 
latest designs and styles demanded by the trade, 
and of more than standard excellence of workman- 
ship and finish. The main building is a substantial 
stone structure, four stories high and 45xo00 feet in 
dimensions. The weave sheds are 100x180 feet in 
dimensions, and in this building all the looms are 
located. Over one hundred workmen are employed 
in this department. The roof and sides are prin- 
cipally of glass, and it is doubtless the only build- 
ing of the kind for weaving purposes in the coun- 
try. The works are admirably arranged and 
udapted for the purposes, and as now operated 
constitute one of the most complete and ably man- 
aged woolen mills in New England. The product 
of these works find a ready market in all the large 
trade centres of the country. The machinery is 
operated by water-power, supplemented by a Ilains 
Corliss steam engine of one hundred and iifty horse 
power, for use as a reserve in dry seasons, and a 
force of four hundred and fifty operatives is em- 
ployed in the works, the pay-roll aggregating three 
thousand dollars per week. Every department of 
this extensive industry is under the management of 
skilled m;i-ster workmen, and the great success of 
the firm is the logical result of the executive 
ability of the proprietors. This firm was the first to 
adopt the system of weekly payments, and the 
cordial relations of the employers and employees 
has long been a marked feature in the management. 
Mr. F. T. Clia.se is a residentof WeKster, andisoneof 
her foremost influential, public-spirited citizens. His 
counsel and advice are always sought in everything 
looking to the general welfare, and his influence in 



I behalf of deserving enterprises, public or private, 
is never wanting. 

F. R. Child & Co., Biscuit and Cracker 
Manufacturers, Nos. 11 and 13 Mechanic Street. — 
The biscuit and cracker bakery of Messrs. F. R. 
Child & Co. is one of the oldest industries of Web- 
ster and is one of the most imjjortance. The busi- 
ness was inaugurated in 1835 by Mr. Hall Pervin, 
and under his management and that of his successors 
the establishment has for over half a century 
largely contributed to the trade of the town and 
vicinity. Messrs. Child &. Co. occupy a large build- 
ing thoroughly equipped, operated by steam, and a 
large force of skilled workmen are employed. Tlie 
output of the concern comprises biscuits, crackers, 
bread, and pastry of every description and of stand- 
ard excellence. Dealers and the general jiublic are 
supplied with all kinds of hard and soft bread, bis- 
cuit, crackers, and pastry fresh from the ovens, and 
in prices, as in quality of merchandise, Messrs. 
Child tt Co. successfully compete with any house in 
ISIassachusetts. The present firm succeeded to the 
business about two years ago. Mr. F. K. Child, the 
active member of the firm, is a native of Webster. 

G. H. Morse, Hotel De Witt Livery Stable. 
— One of the best patronized livery stables in Web- 
ster is that conducted by Mr. (J. II. Morse, in the 
rear of the Hotel De Witt. This stable was openc<l 
here some twenty years ago by Mr. Lyman Sheldon, 
the founder of the hotel, and has never been in better 
hands than it is to-day. The stable is large in size 
and commodious in all its apiiointments, having 
the capacity for eighteen horses, with excellent 
facilities for boarding. Mr. Morse has been in 
charge for the past three years, has eleven horses 
for livery purposes, with a goodly number of car- 
riages, buggies, hacks, and carryalls for all uses, 
and his turn-outs in all essential respects compare 
favorably with those to be seen anywhere in this 
locality. His patrons from the hotel and the town 
are unanimous in praise of the excellence of the 
service which he renders and of the reliable and 
liberal treatment always received at his hands. 
His terms are invariably fair and reasonable, and 
his teams are noted for both speed and safety. Mr. 
Morse is a native of Webster. 

E. Jf. Big-elow, Druggist, McQuaid's Block, 
No. 44 Main Street. — The establishment of Mr. E. 
N. Bigelow is recognized as one of the most reli- 
able drug stores in the town. The business has 
long been under the management of its enterprising 
proprietor. The store is 25x60 feet in size, and 
finely fitted up for the accommodations of patrons 
and the display and sale of its goods. The stock is 
very full and complete in all departments, and 
embraces the purest drugs, the most popular and 
standard proprietary medicines, the best chemicals, 
and surgical instruments and appliances, while in 
toilet goods and perfumery it includes every nov- 
elty of domestic and foreign manufacture and pro- 
duction, also soda and mineral waters, cigars, etc. 
The leading specialty of the trade is in the prepar- 
ation and compounding of jdiysicians' prescrip- 
tions, which important branch is under the most 
competent supervision, and absolute accuracy is in- 
variably assured. The patronage of the house is 
large. The iiroprietor, Mr. Bigelow, is jirominent 
in the management of town and village afl'airs. 



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TOWN OF WEBSTER. 



John Gunn, Steam Fitter, etc. — With over 
thirty years' practical experience, Mr. John (iunn 
established himself in business as a steam litter in 
18tiO in Webster, and his services have always been 
in active demand among the manufacturers of Cen- 
tral M.issachusetts. He learned the business under 
instructions from his father, Mr. Alexatider M. 
Gunn, one of the most eminent successful gas- 
works engineers and contractors of (Jlasgow, Scot- 
land, who wa-i brought to this country to engineer 
the gas-works in Providence, R. 1., and who, witli 
his liead:iiiarters in Boston, was employed in similar 
work in .Massachusetts, Maine, and all parts of New- 
England and the Southern States. Not only in 
the specialties in his line is he an acknowl- 
edged expert, but in mechanical ajipliances of 
every description within the wide range of steam 
piping and mill work. Mr. Gunn has invented and 
minufactures the best automatic sprinkler in use. 
The (Junn automatic sprinkler is simple in con- 
struction, readily attached to any place desired, and 
the attachment which keeps the valve closcil is so 
adjusted as to securely confine the water to the 
pipes to wliich it is adjusted, and yet, at a heat of 
onehiniJred and fifty degrees Fahrenheit, the valve 
is opened in fifty seconds, and the full force of 
water in the pipes is relieved and falls in a heavy 
shower, covering an area of twenty feet in diameter. 
The piping in the Manville Mills, Rhode Island, 
the largest mills under one roof in the world, and 
that in the Woonsocket Mills, Rhode Island, and 
others in New Hampshire, Connecticut, Maine, and 
Massachusetts, was done by Mr. Gunn, and marks 
him as the leader in his special line. 

R. J. Kennedy, Dry Goods, No. V8 Main 
Street. — -One of the most popular dry goods estab- 
lishments in Webster U that of Mr. K. J. Kennedy, 
who opened his business here on March 1st, 1S86, 
and quickly stepped into an excellent popularity 
and a large and steadily increasing trade. His store 
is large and commodious, 20x60 feet in dimensions, 
and finely situated. There is nothing known to 
the dry goods, fancy goods, and notions trade which 
is not represented here in a full and complete as- 
sortment, including always the latest styles and 
most approved patterns, and purchased in such 
quantities as enables Mr. Kennedy to place them 
before his customers at such low prices as to defy 
successfid competition. Dress goods, fancy goods, 
and notions, hosiery, gloves, and ladies' furnishing 
goods of every kind, are all to be obtained here, 
with a line, large stock of each from which to se- 
lect. Mr. Kennedy was for twenty years in the dry 
goods business in Ireland, and is thoroughly ex- 
perienced in all its needs. 

• P. E. Atki nson. Dry Goods, Main Street, — Mr. 
■ F. E. .-Atkinson occupies one of the most desirable 
locations in the village. He established his business 
here in ISS'i, and has since conducted it with 
marked ability and steadily increasing success. His 
store is '2JxlOO feet in size, and is the best lighted 
and largest store of the kind in Webster. The fine 
display of dress goods, consisting of silks, velvets, 
cashmeres, prints, and all the new styles and de- 
signs of both foreign and domestic production, are 
in such variety as to leave nothing to be desired. 
In linens, muslins, laces, hosiery, underwear, gloves, 
ribbons, trimmings, edgings, etc., the stock is espe- 
cially attractive and includes all the latest and most 



fashionable styles and novelties known to the trade, 
which are oHered at the lowest possible prices. A 
com|ietent corps of clerks and salesmen is em- 
]iloycd, and prompt and cinirleous attention is ac- 
corded to the wants of every patron. The trade is 
large and active throughout Webster and the ad- 
joining towns. Mr. Atkin.son is a native of Maine 
and a live, wide-awake business man. 

Joslin House, MainStreet, H. S. Munson, Pro- 
prietor. — The Joslin iIou.se was first opened to the 
public some forty years age by Mr. Nathan Joslin, 
who was succeeded in the management by his son, 
Mr. H. I. Joslin, who remained as its projirietor until 
his death in December. Ib8'). The property was 
then purchased by Mr. H. S. Munson, who gave the 
hotel a tlioriiugh overhauling with paint, paper, 
and interior decorations, enlarging the ofiice, adding 
a reading-room, a bar, and various modern con- 
veniences, and re-opened it in May, 1880. He has 
already made himself and the new Joslin eminently 
popular with the traveling public. The house is 
two and one-half stories high, and 85x92 feet in 
dimensions, and contains thirty-three rooms. No 
luxury afforded in situation, surroundings, cuisine, 
and modern conveniences in any hotel in this sec- 
tion i-; lacking in the Joslin. It is situated within 
two minutes' walk of the depot, and is convenient 
alike to the permanent patron, the commercial 
tourist, or the transient visitor. The dining-room 
has a seating capacity of fifty persons, while the 
menu is thoroughly first class in all respects. A 
fine barber shop is located in the building, and a first- 
class livery and boarding stable is connected with 
the house, also a good sample room for the use of 
commercial men. Terms are fixed at the low price 
of two dollars per day. The proprietor, Mr. Mun- 
son, was for eight years at the head of the Berk- 
shire House in Pittsfield, Mass., and is a model 
landloril, prompt, obliging, and considerate in 
caring for the wants of his guests. His clerk in 
the office, Mr. G. N. Smith, is thoroughly expe- 
rienced in the duties of his position, and is very 
popular with the patrons of the house. 

J. B. Prescott, Iron and Brass Foundry, Dud- 
ley. — Situate on the west side of French river, oppo- 
site Webster, the iron and brass foundry formerly 
known asColvin's, and now under the management 
and proprietorshipof Mr. J. B. Prescott, may prop- 
erly be considered one of the industries of the town 
liust named, as well as one of her important busi- 
ness enterprises. The foundry was established by 
Mr. J. Colvin in 1868, and for almost fourteen 
years, and until 1882, the business was under the 
management of the present proprietor as foreman. 
In 1882 Mr. J. B. Prescott leased the establishment, 
and has for four years successfully conducted a large 
trade. The establishment is located at the junction 
of the N. Y. & N. E. and the Munich aiid Wor- 
cester railroads, and is admirably arranged with all 
the appliances and facilities for foimdry work. -A. 
forceof ten ortwelveskilled workmen isemplovedin 
the manufacture of every description of light and 
heavy brass and iron castings, and Mr. Prescott's 
experience of many years in the practical work 
enables him to turn out first -cla.ss work at reasonable 
prices, and to guarantee satisfaction. Ordei-s have 
prompt attention. Mr. Prescott is a native of 
Maine, and is a business man of integrity, energy, 
and push. 



TOWN OF SOUTHBRIDGE. 



Southbridge, including, of course, the busy South Village, is unquestionably one of the live, pro- 
gressive towns of Massachusetts, and the stranger is forcibly impressed by the push and enterprise 
which are evidenced by tlie people and municipal authorities in the improvements, public and private, 
the handsome and substantial business blocks, and elegant residences seen on every side. 

The town of Southbridge was taken from the towns of Charlton, Dudley, and Strawbridge, largely 
from the former, the territory north of Quinnebaug river formerly constituting part of Charlton, the 
portion south of the river having been about equally divided between Dudley and Strawbridge. 

The town of Southbridge was incorporated in 1S16. Prior to 1825 the town was sparsely popu- 
lated, but since that date it has rapidly increased in importance and population. Since the date 
named, the travel from Worcester to the southwest has been largely through Southbridge, by the New 
York and New England railroad, to Webster, and thence by the Norwich and Worcester railroad. Tlie 

town has also direct railway communication with 
Boston, via Webster and Elackstone, by the New 
York and New England railroad. 

The cause of education has, since the incorpo- 
ration of the town, received that support which its 
importance deserves. 

An excellent system of graded schools has been 
adopted and is in successful operation, with an ad- 
mirably conducted High School, which affords every 
facility for obtaining sufficient education to qualify 
graduates for admission to colleges, or for any of 
the jjursuits of life. 

A valuable adjunct to the schools of South- 
bridge is the fine public library, which was estab- 
lished in March, 1870, and was opened for the pub- 
lic February 4th, 1871. It is free to all residents 
over fourteen year of age, and has a fine reading- 
room and a valuable collection of over eight thou- 
sand volumes. 

The first newspaper published in Southbridge 
was the Beformer and Moratisl. The first number 
was issued January, 1828. The name was changed 
to Moralist and General Intelligencer in 1829. It 
subsequently became the Southbridge Eegister, and 
in 1832 it was again changed to the Village Courier. 

The True Ecpublican was established September 1st, 1832, and supported General Jackson. Both 
these last named publications were short lived. 

The Ladie^ Mirror, a literary paper, was published is 1830, and was discontinued after one year. 
The Southbridge Journal was started in ISGl, and recently passed into the hands of Jlr. George ^M. 
Whitaker. It is devoted to the cause of education, temperance, and good morals, aud has a large circu- 
lation and is influential for good in local affairs. 

The population in 1800 was three thousand five hundred and seventy-five, and five years later was 
four thousand one hundred and thirty-one. By the census of 1880, it numbered six thousand five hun- 
dred and one. At present writing it has reached nearly eight thousand. 

The town furnished four hundred volunteers for various terms of service during the war, being 

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llg TOWN OF SOUTHBRIDGE. 

nineteen more than its quota, and the record of tlif soldiers of Southbridge is iiighly creditable to tlie 
town. 

From a small beginning the manufacturing interests of Southbridge have grown to most importan 
proportions. 

As early as 1811, George Sumner began the manufacture of woolen fabrics in Southbridge. He 
had for years before been engaged in dressing woolen.s made by hand. 

The manufacture of cotton goods was inaugurated here in 1813 by Mr. William Sumner on a small 
scale, and in 1814 the Charlton Manufacturing Company was organized and purchased the Sumner 
property. This company was incorporated in June, 1816, as the Southbridge Factory Company, which, 
failed in 1818, and the property returned to the Marcy estate. After several changes in ownership the 
Central Cotton Mills Company came into possession, and in 1837 it was incorporated. It was reorganized 
in 184.5, and in 1858 the plant was sold to Messrs. Dresser and Leonard. It is now operated under the 
corporate name of Central Cotton Mills Company. It has one hundred and fifty looms, and an 
immense water power, with a fall of twenty-nine feet. 

The manufacture of cotton cloth was begun in Globe Village in 1814, wlien tlie Globe Manufac- 
turing Company was incorporated and built a large mill. In 1816 the Messrs. Wolcott Brothers and S. 
A. Groves formed a new company for the manufacture of woolen goods, and in 1820 the Wolcott 
Woolen Manufacturing Company was incorporated. The Wolcott Brick Mill was built in 1823. The 
following year the power broad looms for broadcloths were introduced. The giving way of tlie large dam 
in 1831 seriously crippled the company, and the Hamilton Woolen Company was this year incorporated 
as its successor, with a capital stock of |200,000. This company built the large buildings and made 
extensive improvements, and the immense operations of the company now mark it as one of the largest 
in the State. The Hamilton Company have established a fine library for the use of the employees, 
and, as before stated, built at a cost of $20,000 a fine church, which they donated to the Free Evangelical 
Church. 

The large brick mill built by the company was burned in 1850, but was at once rebuilt, and the 
corporation now have several four and five story buildings, and employ fifteen hundred hands. 
They manufivcture the celebrated Hamilton delaines, worsted dress goods, prints, and cassimeres. The 
Columbia Company was formed in 1821, and their cotton mill was destroyed by fire in 1844. After 
several changes the property was sold to Henry T. Grant, of Providence, who in 1866 erected additional 
mill buildings and successfully manufactured print cloths. A.shland Mills were built in 1848 by Larkin 
Ammidown, at Saundersdale, and burned in 1849. In 1834 the Quinnebaug river and Lebanon Hill brook 
was raised by a dam. In 1847 the village was known as Ashland. In 1864 the property was bouglit by 
John Saunders, and is now known as Saundersdale. Extensive buildings for print works were built in 
1867 and 1869. It is now leased to T. & J. H. Saunders, who manufacture superior styles and qualities of 
prints. The Litchfield Shuttle Company was incorporated in 1868, and the Bay State Button Company 
manufacture buttons from vegetable ivory, and is one of the recent industries of the town. 

The Mutual (jas Light Company was incorporated in 1870, and at fair prices supplies an excellent 
quality of gas, with which the streets and buildings are lighted. 

The Hyde Manufacturing Company and the Messrs. T. Harrington and S. Richards are successfully 
engaged in the manufacture of knives on a large scale. 

The Southbridge National Bank was incorporated by the Legislature of Massachusetts in 1836, 
and was reorganized under the national banking act in 1865, with a capital stock of $160,000. The 
Southbridge Savings Bank was incorporated in 1848. 

The Fire Department has two steamers, two engine companies, two hose, and two hook and ladder 
companies. 

Tlie town officers are: Selectmen— William D. Mor.se, Albert H. Wheeler, John Kyan; town 

clerk Edgar D. Morse ; town treasurer— Francis L. Chapin ; assessors — Victor M. Lamoraux, James 

Lyon, Charles W. Weld ; auditors— Fred. W. Eaton, Charles W. Johnson, Augustus Cook ; Library 
Committee — Joseph Jagger, William H. Wilson, Cary C. Bradford ; School Committee— Charles Hyde, 
A. J. Bartholomew ; Cemetery Committee— J. O. McKinstry, George W. Wells; highway surveyor- 
Austin H. Sh»pard; superintendent of schools— John T.Clark. 



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American Optical Company, Manufac- 
turers of Spectacles ami Eye-CUasses, in < iold, Sil- 
ver, and Steel. — An examination of the industries 
of Southbridge reveals the fact that there are 
several extensive enterprises carried on here which 
demand special attention at our hands, and which 
will arouse the interest of the reader not only by 
their magnitude, but by the pre-eminence which 
they have achieved. Foremost among such is tiie 
enterprise of the American Optical Company, known 
throughout the entire Union as manufacturers of 
lenses, spectacles, and eye-glasses, in gold, silver, 
and steel. The character of the business and the 
impetus which its prosecution has given to the 
general thrift of this community make it a lit 
theme for comment, and entitle it to a prominent 
place in the pages of this volume. The business 
was first inaugurated in 1833 by Mr. William 
Beecher, who is still an honored resident of South- 
bridge. About 1850 he disposed of the business to 
Messrs. Ammidown & Putney, wliich firm was soon 
after succeeded by Messrs. Ammidown & Son. In 
185(5 Mr. Beecher returned to his first love, and in 
company with Mr. R. H. Cole, now the president 
of the company, formed the firm of Beecher & Cole, 
who conducted it till 1862, when the firm of R. H. 
Cole & Co. was organized, remaining as proprietors 
until 1869, when the present conii)any was incor- 
porated. The officers of the company are Mr. R. 
H. Cole as president ; G. W. Wells, treasurer, and 
H. C. Cady, superintendent. The main factory, 
used for the manufacture of spectacle and eye- 
glass frames, is a three-story frame building, with 
finished brick basement, which was erected in 187'2. 
The lens factory was built in 1865, and is four 
stories in height, comprising, together, some fifty- 
eight thousand feet of floor space, which is utilized 
in the business. Here are employed over five 
hundred workmen, all jiroficient in their work and 
experienced in the art of manufacture. Tlie ma- 
chinery, much of which is extremely ingenious, and 
a large proportion of which was designed by Messrs. 
Wells and Cady for the special uses to which it is 
applied, is operated by water power, aggregating 
one hundred horse power, with steam auxiliary of 
sixty horse power. Every valuable improvement 
known to the manufacture of these goods in metal 
is utilized by this company, while they pos.sess the 
exclusive control of the Opdyke patent on cork- 
guards for eye-glasses in all metal goods ; also using 
the Rausch patent on eye-glass guards, and several 
other patents of Mr. Wells and others connected 
with the concern, securing by these enterprising 
and progressive methods an excellence in the out- 
put that is beyond successful competition in the 
United States. Although the capital stock is bnt 
$60,000, the company have already invested in the 
business over $400,000, and, with all their unsur- 
passed facilities, the output aggregating three 
hundred ar.rl sixty dozen per day, they are unable 
to supply the demand made for their goods. This 
demand comes from all parts of this country, and 
also from many foreign countries, and is in itself 
the best evidence of the superiority of the goods 
manufactured by this company. They make nothing 
but metal goods and lenses, and the product in- 
cludes the finest grades known to the trade. The 
management have brought the business to a won- 
derful degree of elaboration and system, and have 
the proud satisfaction of knowing that their goods 
are not excelled by any in the markets of the New 



or the Old World. Mr. Cole, the president, has now 
been connected with the business for upward of 
thirty years, and has witnessed many a revolution, 
in the methods of manufacture. He is the presi- 
dent of the Southbridge Savings Bank, and promi- 
nent in every good work for the advancement of 
the interests of this community. ]Mr. Wells, the 
treasurer, a native of Connecticut, has been con- 
nected with the business for twenty-two years, and 
has seen it increase from twelve hands to the pres- 
ent colossal proportions. He is one of the propri- 
etors of the Hyde Manufacturing Company, of 
Southbridge. 

Southbridge National Bank, Main 
Street. — The Southbridge Bank was incorporated in 
1836, and reorganized under the national banking 
laws in 1865. It has a capital of $150,000, and is 
otticered as follows, viz. : President, Jacob Ed- 
wards ; cashier, F. L. Chapin ; assistant cashier, 

F. W. Eaton. Directors — Jacob Edwards, C. A. 
Paige, J. O. McKinstry, R. H. Cole, C. I). Paige, 

G. W. Wells, F. L. Chapin. From its organiza- 
tion tliis bank has retained the confidence of the 
public in a marked degree. Its founders were men 
who had the foresight to recognize the possibilities 
of such an institution and who laid the founda- 
tions sufficiently strong and deep to bear any siiper- 
structure that time, experience, and wealth might 
rear. They builded well, and their successors have 
been eminently worthy of the succession. A gen- 
eral banking business is transacted, including the 
receiving of deposits, the discounting of approved 
commercial paper, the collection of drafts, and the 
dealing in first-class securities. Under its present 
wise and conservative management this bank is 
doing a large and safe business, all of its move- 
ments being marked by prudence, caution, and 
honorable business methods, and it is generally 
recognized as one of those solid, ably conducted 
institutions which reflect credit alike upon their offi- 
cers and the community in which it is located. It 
has a surplus of $67,000, and is liberally patronized 
by the people of Southbridge and all the surround- 
ing country. Its executive officers are men with 
whom it is always a pleasure to do business. 

William C. Barne.«i, W^atches, Silverware, 
and Fine Jewelry, Fine Watch Repairing, No. Ill 
Main Street. — Mr. Barnes is widely known as a 
dealer in watches, silverware, and fine jewelry, and 
also in books, periodicals, and stationery of all 
kinds. In watches and jewelry a very fine stock is 
carried. The goods have been selected with care 
and judgment, exhibiting a wide range in value and 
calculated to meet the wants of the greate.st possible 
number of buyers. The house makes a specialty of 
fine watch repairing, and is well prepared to give 
the best satisfaction in all its work, being thor- 
oughly consistent in its determination to furnish 
only first-class goods and thoroughly satisfactory 
work on the most advantageous terms that can be 
afforded. The book and stationery department is 
well stocked and liberally patronized, containing 
the best works of standard authors, all the most 
popular magazines and periodicals, the Boston, 
county and State papers, and an elegant line of fine 
stationery. Mr. Barnes is president of the South- 
bridge Optical Company, and is prominently iden- 
tified with the growth and prosperity of this com- 
munity. 



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Hyde Mauufactiiringr Company, Sole 

Maaufacturers of "I. P. Hyde" Knives and 
Blades, and "A. E. Johnson" Heel and Edge 
Shives. — There are certain enterprises located in 
Southbridije which cannot be regarded as of second- 
ary importance to the continued growth and pros- 
pe'rity of the cumnuniiiy, and prominent among 
them is tiiat conducted by the Hyde Manufacturing 
Company. This house is widely known as the sole 
mmufac'turers of the "I. P. Hyde" knives and 
blades and the " A. E. Johnson " heel and edge 
shaves, and has been established in the business 
here since 1875, when it was started Mr. I. P. 
H/I3, n)W president of the company. Commenc- 
ing upon a modest scale, the business has grown 
gradually year by year, the management paying 
more attention to the excellence of the wares man- 
ufactured than to the amount of sales or monetary 
returns. The company was incorporated inlSSl, 
and has devoted its endeavors to the production of 
edged tools, especially those known as shoe knives, 
which should be at least equal to any manufactured 
in this country, and of superior excellence to im- 
ported goods, and the reputation they have acquired 
in the production of their specialties is such as to 
have created a steaily and permanent demand for 
them wherever they "have been introduced. Tlie 
premises occupied for manufacturing purposes com- 
prise a well-equipped shop, having a frontage of 40 
feet on Main street, operated by steam power from 
a twentv-four-horse power engine, and give con- 
stant emplovment to a force of fromtwelve to fifteen 
hands. The products comprise the Hyde and John- 
sou patents above named, and a large variety of 
belt knives, corset knives, cigar knives, whip knives, 
shirt and collar cutter blades, knives for cutting 
paper, a full line of shoe knives and extension 
blades of every description, and a special line for 
cutting rubber goods. The quality of these goods 
can be implicitly relied upon, and are guaranteed 
to ba flawless in every respect. The standing of 
this house is so well known throughout New Eng- 
land as to need no commendation at our hands ; 
suffice it to sav that it has ever maintained a repu- 
tation for commercial integrity that entitles it 
to the highest esteem and consideration of the 
trade. 

Carpenter & Co., Dry Goods, Nos. 97 and 
99 Main Street.— The chief dry goods estab- 
lishment in Southbridge is that of Messrs. Car- 
penter & Co. This firm are extensive dealers in 
dry goods, carpets, shawls, cloaks, woolens, hosiery, 
gloves, and small wares. The business was founded 
in 18')J bv Messrs, Edwards & Co., who were suc- 
ceeded in 1870 bv Messrs. Carpenter, Irwin & tb. 
In ISSl Mr. C. V. Carpenter, the senior partner, 
withdrew from the tirm, returning in 188o, wlien 
the present firm was organized. Mr. Carpenter 
was a raimber of the firm of Edwards & Co., and 
has therefore been in the business here since 18liO, 
with the exception of the four years above noted. 
As a drv goods emporium tliis house has but few 
equals in the State outside of Boston. The store 
is some 50x100 feet in dimensions, and elegantly 
appointed throughout. There is nothing known in 
this Una of trade that is not represented here, in- 
cluJing always tlie latest styles and most approved 
patterns received direct from the mo-it reliable and 
fashionable sources of supply, and purchased in 
Buch large quantities as to enable the tirm to place 



their goods upon the market at the lowest possible 
figures. A trade of great volume is transacted 
throughout this section, necessitating the constant 
employment of nine clerks and salesmen. The 
members of the firm are Messrs. C. V. Carpenter 
and C. D. Paige. Mr. Carpenter is a native of 
Connecticut, and Mr. Paige is a native of South- 
bridge. 

P. H. Carpenter & Co., Staple and Fancy 
Groceries, Flour, Grain, and Provisions. — Among 
the important industries of Southbridge, the trade 
in groceries, iiour, grain, and provisions is repre- 
sented by P. H. Carpenter A Co. The business 
was founded many years ago by Messrs. Edwards & 
Co., and has been in possession of the present firm 
for a period of twenty years. The premises occu- 
pied for trade purpo.sescomprisethree floors 25x100 
feet each, affording ample accommodations for con- 
ducting the business upon the largest scale. Here 
is carried a very full and complete line of staple 
and fancy groceries, including the finest teas, the 
purest coftties and spices, the best sugars, syrups, 
canned goods, and choicest condiments and table 
delicacies known to the trade, the leading brands of 
flour, including Washburn it Crosby's and otlier 
well-known makes, a full line of meats and provi- 
sions of all kinds, and grain, feed, and meal of the 
best quality. All these goods come direct from 
manufacturers and producers, are thoroughly fresh, 
first-class, and desirable, and are offered to con- 
sumers at the lowest market prices. The entire re- 
liability which may be placed upon all goods sold 
by this" lirm, as well as upon every representation 
made in reference to them, may be regarded as a 
prominent feature in the trade of this house, and 
one that h:is largely contributed to its permanent 
success. The patronage is large and influential 
throughout this community and the surrounding 
country, necessitating in its transaction theemploy- 
ment of a large force of salesmen in the store and 
two teams upon the road. Mr. Carpenter, the 
active member of the firm, is a native of Connecti- 
cut, and universally recognized as a reliable, sub- 
stantial, and representative busine.ss man. 

Paiffe & Co., Clothing, Hats and Caps, Gents' 
Furnishing Goods, Boots and Shoes, No. 101 Main 
Street. — This firm are highly esteemed as dealers 
in clothing, hats, caps, and gents' furnishing goods, 
and boots and shoes, and command a liberal and 
permanent patronage from the best classes of the 
community. The business was originally founded 
some fifty years ago by Edwards & C;o., and has 
been in possession of the present firm since 1S75. 
The store is very convenient, measuring 20x100 
feet, and is stocked with an elegant assortment of 
goods, and the judgment and taste displayed in 
the selection of stock prove that the proprietors 
are acquainted with the wants of a critical trade. 
All goods are purchased direct from the best and 
most reliable manufacturers, while with regard to 
prices this responsible house is known as one of 
the cheapest emporiums of trade in this community. 
Five clerks and salesmen are in attendance, and 
trade is brisk and lively all the year around. The 
firm is composed of Messrs. C. D. and F. S. Paige, 
both natives of Southbridge, and gentlemen of large 
experience and deserved prominence, who merit 
the popularity they enjoy. 



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The C A. DresstT House, J. F. Parker 
iV: Son, Proprietors. — The C A. Dresser House in 
Sontlibridge tills a niche in the esteem and po|in- 
larity of this community peculiarly its own. The 
hotel Wiis lirst opened to the public in 1.S72 by 
Messrs. Dresser & Plimpton, who were succeeded 
in the management in 1S74 by the present proprie- 
tors, Mt.ssrs. J. F. Parker h Son. The hotel build- 
ing is one of the finest and mi:)st substantial struc- 
tures in the town, built of brick, four stories high, 
and has the capacity for the accommodation of 
seventy-five guests. No luxury afl^brded in situa- 
tion, surrouiulings, cuisine, and modern conveni- 
ences in any hotel in this section of the State is 
lacking in the Dresser House. The menu of the 
Dresser is especially worthy of mention, being 
under the most competent management and kept 
.steadily up to a higli standard of excellence. The 
<lining-room lias a seating capacity for one hundred 
and fifty guests, and is a model in all its appoint- 
ments. A fine billiard-room and barber-shop are 
jimong the necessities of modern life which are at 
liand, and free busses furnish transportation to and 
from the depot. The house is lighted by gas and 
lieated by steam, gives steady employment to some 
fifteen people, and fi.nes its terms at the low price of 
two dollars per day. A fine hack, livery, and 
boarding stable is also owned by Messrs. Parker & 
Son, where they keep from thirty-five to forty 
horses for livery purposes, and possess uneqnaled 
facilities for boarding. Messrs. J. F. and F. E. 
Parker are Massachusetts men by birth and educa- 
tion, and as landlords are eminently popular with 
the traveling public. The office is presided over 
by Messrs. F. K. Parker and J. M. Olney, who ex- 
tend the hospitalities of the house with efficiency 
jind grace. (See descriptive article of village.) 

P. M. Clarke, Sole Agent for the Atlas 
Keady-Mixed Paints, also Wetherill's Calcite, a 
Superior Substitute for Calcimine, House, Sign, 
jind Carriage Painter, and Dealer in Paints, Oils, 
Glass, Varnishes, and Paperhangings, Central 
Street. — Mr. Clarke has been established in the 
business here since 18G2, and is widely known as a 
house, sign, and carriage painter of excellent repu- 
tation, and as a dealer in wall paper and paints of 
all kinds at wholesale and retail. His shop and 
salesroom are located on Central street, where he 
displays one of the finest and best selected stocks of 
house paper in this vicinity. He is the sole agent 
in this section for the famous Atlas ready-mixed 
paints and Wetherill's calcite, making a specialty 
■of the former, and carries in stock a very large 
assortment of paints, oils, glass, varnishes, etc. Mr. 
Clarke is possessed of a wide range of experience 
in all branches of house, sign, and carriage paint- 
ing, and paperhanging, and has built up a large 
and active trade that extends throughout all this 
jiortion of the State. He gives constant employ- 
ment to some thirteen hands, and in every branch 
of his business will be found prompt, efficient, and 
reliaVile in fulfilling every engagement. Mr. Clarke 
is a native of Pennsylvania. 

J. W. Robinson, Chemist and Druggist, 
corner of Main and Elm Streets. — This house was 
established in 1S7:S, by Dr. V. A. Clement, who was 
succeeded in the ensuing year by the present pro- 
prietor. He occupies a handsome and commodious 
store with basement, 20x60 feet, each, and pos- 



sesses every modern convenience and facility. The 
stock of goods embraces the finest drugs and chemi- 
cals in the market, all the standard proprietary 
medicines, and a very fine assortment of toilet arti- 
cles, perfumery, and fancy goods, besides a choice 
line of cigars, and soda and mineral waters of all 
kinds. Mr. Kobinson also makes a preparation of 
wine of iron which is nuicli sought after and 
higlily prized by his patrons. His leading specialty 
is in the compounding of physicians' prescriptions, 
which is under the most competent supervision, 
which insures accuracy in all cases. The lowest 
prices prevail in all branches of the business. Mr. 
Eobinson is a native of Maine, and responsible in 
all his business relations. 

W. (-. Ijewis, Agent for Magee Furnace Com- 
pany, Averill Prepared Paint, and <.)liver Chilled 
Plow, and Dealer in Stoves, Hardware, Oils and 
Glass, Kitchen Fnrnishingsand Agricultural Goods, 
Pumps, Nails, and Cordage, Poultry, Supplies, 
etc.. Globe \'illage. — Mr. Lewis, the well-known 
stove dealer and hardware merchant of Globe 
Village, deals largely in stoves, hardware, oils and 
glass, kitchen'furnishings, agricultural goods, pumps, 
nail.s, and cordage, and is the agent here for the 
Mtigee Furnace Company, for Averill's prepared 
paint, and for the Oliver chilled plow. The busi- 
ness was first estaljlished by Mr. E. P. Lewis many 
years ago, the son, who is the present proprietor, 
succeeding Messrs. DufTy & Lewis in 1884. The 
premises occupied comprise a store and basement, 
some 40x40 feet each, and include a workshop for 
the manufacture of tin and sheet-iron ware. Here 
is always to be found everything needed in the line 
of stoves, furnaces, and ranges, embodying the best 
cooking stoves, the praises of which the cooks will 
repeat; the handsomest parlor stoves, the praises of 
which are sung to the music of the piano, and 
Magee's celebrated furnaces, which are a thing of 
beauty. The line of hardware comprises every- 
thing needed in that line by the housekeeper, the 
builder, the mechanic, and the farmer, while in 
agricultural tools the assortment is one of the finest 
in town. Devoting his entire time and attention 
to the benefit of his customers, prompt and reliable 
in all his undertakings, the large trade which Mr. 
Lewis enjoys has followed as a natural result. 

Globe Villag-e House, William E. Horton, 
Proprietor, Globe Village. — The town of South- 
bridge is well favored, having in the (xlobe Village 
House "an old-time hostelry" that commends itself 
unreservedly to the favor and patronage of the gen- 
eral traveling public. This hotel was opened for the 
entertainment of guests some forty years ago by Mr. 
Abiah Healey. The present proprietor, Mr. W. E. 
Horton, has been at its head for the past six j'ears 
and has proved himself a popular and successful 
landlord. The house has the capacity for aci'cnn- 
niodating thirty guests, all its rooms are handsomely 
furnished, pleasant and homelike in all a|)i)nint- 
meuts and surroundings, and fitted up with special 
reference to the comfort of guests. The cuisine is 
first clas.s, and a fine livery stable is connected with 
the hotel, which is so situated as to be easy of access 
to all points, and free carriages furnishing transpor- 
tation to and from the depot. The patronage is 
large and infiuential, while with all its excellencies, 
its rates are placed at a vei-y low figure and are fully 
appreciated by its host of permanent patrons. 



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Bcriiarrt Silk, Wholesale Dealer in Wines 
and Liquors, Hamilton Street. — The leading whole- 
sale dealer in wines, liquors, beer, and ale in South- 
bridge and its vicinity is Mr. Bernard Silk, wlio 
has Ijeen engaged in the business here since IST-l. 
He occupies two floors, one measuring 130.x"J0 feet, 
the other lG0.x20 feet. Mr. Silk is a recognized 
autliority in the trade, and there is no better judge 
than he of imported and domestic goods in his line. 
He lias established superior connections in the Eu- 
ropean markets, and imports the choicest pons. 
Burgundies, Madeiras, siierries. Champagnes, and 



clarets, which include niimerous rare vintages of am 
old date. The wines sold by him are celebrated for 
their high quality and purity, as are also his fine 
assortment of brandies, gins, rums, and whiskies. 
He makes a specialty of fine old whiskies, matured 
to a degree that is not often found in our wholesale 
trade. Mr. Silk is also the exclusive agent for the 
sale of Jones' ale, Yuengling's ale, and (jeorge 
Ehret's lager beer. His prices are invariably as 
low as the lowest. Mr. Silk has resided here for 
the past twenty-one years, and is well and widely- 
known. 



TOWN OF MILLBURY. 



This town is located in the fertile Blackstone Valley, about six miles from Worcester and forty-five 
miles from Boston. 

The village has few equals as a desirable manufacturing site, the water-power being ample for 
the extensive operations now successfully carried on and for prospective increase in industrial enter- 
prise. 

The commercial part of Millbury is on the left bank of the river, and is composed of Armory and 
Goddell Villages as they were formerly known. The streets are wide, regular, clean, and well shaded. 
All the churches but one are in this part of the town, as are the High School, Post-OfBce, banks, rail- 
way stations, and most of the elegant dwellings. 

Bramanville, one mile westward, was named in honor of Dr. Braman, an early settler. The western, 
part of the town was formerly called Singletary Village, from John Singletary, whose mill was the first 
one erected in this part of the town. The eastern portion of the town was at one time called Burbank- 
ville, after General Caleb Burbank, who built a large paper mill here. The First Congregational 
Society have their church in this part of the village, and there are several large cotton and woolea 
manufactories. 

West Millbury was formerly known as Grass Hill, and is so called to this day, on account of the 
richness of its verdure. A post-office is located here, and the inhabitants are nearly all devoted to agri- 
culture, for which the soil is admirably adapted. 

Park Hill, in the eastern part of the town, and Highland Hill, to the south, are commanding ele- 
Tations, and the land yields abundant harvests. 

The town of Millbury was taken from the northern part of Sutton in 1743, and was known as 
North Parish; on June 3d, 1813, it was incorporated as the town of Millbury. At this time it had a 
population of one hundred and sixty families, less than five hundred persons. The old Armory and a- 



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grist mill were the only mills then in operation. For ten years the growth of the town was slow, but 
the prospects of the early completion of Blackstone canal, giving communication with tlie seaboard, in 
1824, gave an impetus to its growth. The canal was finished in 1828, and activity continued till 1.S4(J. 
On the completion of the Boston and Worcester railroad to Millbury, the most of tlie mills now in opera- 
tion had been built. Since 184G, when the Providence and Worcester Railroad Company began opera- 
tions great energy has been manifest, and Millbury has become one of the important manufacturing 
towns of Worcester county. 

The second church in Sutton and the first in Millbury was organized September 10th, 1747. The 
building of the first house of worship was begun in 1774, but was not finished for several years. It had 
neither belfry nor steeple, and from its resemblance to a barn was called the " Lord's Barn." The sec- 
ond church etlifice was completed in 1804, on the site of the former, and was removed to Eramanville 
in 1832, where it now stands, having been handsomely remodeled and enlarged in 1866. The Second 
Congregational Church was organized August 23d, 1827, as the First Presbyterian Church in Millbury, 
the name being changed in 1834. The Methodist Episcopal Church was formed in 1822 by Rev. 
William Archer, a local preacher from England, and in 1840 the present fine church edifice was erected. 
The Baptist Society was established December 16th, 1836, and in 1864 they erected their house of wor- 
ship. The Catholic church was erected in 1850. The public schools, composed of a High School and 
sixteen graded and mi.xed schools, are liberally supported. The appropriations aggregate nearly $10,000 
annually, and the value of school buildings is estimated at over $30,000. 

Millbury possesses a fine public library, which was established in 1864. It is supported by the 
town and contains over five thousand valuable books. 

The Town Hall is one of the finest in architectur.al beauty in this section of this State. It was 
erected in 1878 at a cost of $32,500, and is built of brick, with sandstone trimmings. On either side of 
the corridor are memorial tablets in memory of the soldiers who died in the Union service during the 
War of the Rebellion. The building contains the ofiices for the municipal officers, a reading-room, and 
the public library. 

The Millbury National Bank was incorporated as a State bank in 1825, with a capital of |100,000» 
and was reorganized under the national banking act in 1864, with capital stock of $200,000. 

The Millbury Savings Bank was incorporated in 1854. 



Cor<li.S Mills, Manufacturers of all Grades of 
Tickings. — The company controlling the Cordis 
Mills and its products was incorporated under the 
laws of the State of Massachusetts in 1875, with a 
capital of $120,000. The president of the company 
is Mr. George F. Fabyan; the treasurer, Mr. Peder 
Olsen ; and the resident agent, Mr. John Gegen- 
heimer. The mill premises comprise six buildings. 
The three main buildings are very commodious. 
One is of brick, three stories high, and 185x36 feet 
in dimensions, and the other is a two-story build- 
ing 60x25 feet in size. Another is two stories high 
and 25x100 feet in dimensions. These are equipped 
with the best and most efficient appliances known 
to the trade, and they embrace five thousand eight 
hundred and fifty-six spindles and one hundred and 
eighty looms, which are operated by water power, 
with steam engines supplementing. One hundred 
and fifty operatives are permanently employed in 
the manufacture of all grades of ticking, in the 
production of which eighteen hundred bales of cot- 
ton are annually consumed. Messrs. Bliss, Fabyan 
& Co., of Boston, New York, and Philadelphia, are 
the selling agents of the company. The largest 
orders can be filled at the shortest notice. 



M. N. Cartier, General Manager for Per- 
fection Cooking Pots and Steamers. — Among 
those discoveries which affect the domestic econo- 
my there are none more important than the "Per- 
fection" cooking pots and steamers. These valu- 
able articles have become a household necessity for 
thousands who have used them. By use of these 
pots and steamers, burned hands and scalded arms 
are avoided. No cloth is required in handling, 
nothing can burn in them, and they are positively 
acid proof. The thousands of accidents happening 
daily by draining off boiling liquids could certainly 
be avoided by using the "Perfection" cooking pots, 
and sauce pans, which absolutely prevent such ac- 
cidents, and give absolute safety against burning 
and scalding. With a small amount of water, meats 
and especially hams are prepared for the table, 
and retain all their exquisite flavors, the steam 
being used in boiling by the use of these popular 
utensils. The pots are made of gray or white 
agateware, and are in five sizes, holding four, six, 
eight, ten, and twelve quarts respectively. Reliable 
agents wanted, and those out of employment will 
find it to their advantage to write to Mr. Cartier, 
the general manager for Worcester county. 



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TO WN O F MIL LBURY. 



Riverliii Kclge Tool Works, Buck Bros. 
— For an entire generation tliis house lias held an 
important place among the industrial interests of 
Worcester county, and in their special line of man- 
ufactures Messrs. Buck Brothers have long main- 
tained a leading position with the hardware trade 



and as well for the standard excellence of its chisels 
and products generally, is workl-wide. Mr. Buck 
is an Knglishnian hy birth, and his many years 
practical experience in this lieUi of industry enables 
him to compete with American or foreign manu- 
facturers, both as to quality and prices. To every 




of the I'nited States. The Kiverlin Works are lo- 
cated on Kiverlin street, and tlie buildings are the 
handsomest in Jlillbnrv devoted to manufacturing 
purposes. They are built of pressed brick with 
granite trinuuings, alternated with glazed and 
colored brick work, and in every detail of arrange- 
ment and appointment the establishment is com- 
plete. The machinery is operated by two water- 
wheels and a steam engine of Jifty-horse power, and 
forty ex])ert w(U'kmen are employed. T!ie firm 
manufacture chisels, gouges, plane irons, carving 
tools, and all kindsof edge tools of superior quality, 
and such is the repiUation of their goods that a. 
steady demand for them comes not only from all 
parts of the United States but from foreign count ries 
as well. The business was inaugurated in ]8"i3by 
the Me*rs. I'uck Brothers in Worcester, and was 
removed to Millbury in 1864. On the death of one 
and the retirement of the other partner, Mr. R. T. 
Buck became sole proprietor in 1872, and under tlie 
old firm name, on a greatly increased scale and with 
marked success, the business has since been carried 
on. The new works were erected in 1878. The main 
building is two stories in height, 35x120 feet in di- 
mensions. The house is the only one in the United 
States that makes complete sets of carving tools, 
and its fame for superior goods of this description, 



detail of this important business Mr. ISuck gives his 
undivided personal attention and supervisi<m, and 
it is to liis own energy, tact, and worth that the 
house early gained and has steadily maintained its 
prominence among similar manufacturing concerns 
at home and abroad. 

S. R. Parker & .Son, Manufacturers of and 
Dealers in all kinds of Light Carriages, etc.. South 
Main Street. — This enterprise was inaugurated in 
18r)3 by Mr. S. R. Parker, who is a native of Doug- 
lass, Mass., and in 1875 took his son, Mr. C. S. 
Parker, wlio was born in Millbury, into partner- 
ship. The building occupied for tlie business is a 
four-story frame structure, St)x26 feet in dimen- 
sions. An abundant supply of machinery is pro- 
vided, embracing every late improvement and 
device. A corps of fifteen skilled workmen liere 
find employment, and every variety of carriage 
and wagon is manufactured, equal in elegance and 
strengtli to any made. In their construction the 
best material in wood, iron, and steel is used. All 
new work is warranted for one year, and a thriving 
business is done 'n repairing. Horseshoeing and 
jobbing of all kinds are undertaken, and a good as- 
sortment of second-hand, as well as new, carriages 
is always on hand. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



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Toiirtellott House, John M. White, Pro- 
prietor. — The TourteUott House was established 
thirty years ago by t^harles Toiirtellott, and has 
ever since been the leading hostelry in the 
town. In November, 1877, Mr. Tourtellott was 
succeeded in the niauagenient by ^Ir. .John M. 
White, who has had an experience of thirty years 
of the hotel business, and understands tluiniuglily 
and practically its every detail. Mr. White was 
born in O.xforl, Mass., and has for years been a 
worthy and much esteemed resident of Millbury. 
The Tourtellott House is a three-story building, 
havingdimensions of 80x80 feet. It is titled through- 
out in a tirst-class style, and nothing is wanting 
that will add to the comfort of travelers. There are 
thirty-six sleeping-apartments, all furnished in 
first-class style and supplied with elegant beils and 
bedding. There are two finely equipped dining- 
rooms, one having accommodations for thirty-tive, 
the other for one hundred and hfty persons at one 
time. The table is well supplied with finely pre- 
pared dishes, embracing all the delicacies of the 
market. The rates charged are but two dollars per 
day. Mr. White is a model in all that consti- 
tutes a genial, courteous host, and there is not 
in the State a hotel where, at the most reasonable, 
popular prices, better accommodations are pro- 
vided. He makes a specialty of accommodating 
private dancing and pleasure parties, and is famous 
for the entertainment he provides for guests. His 
large dining-roomis admirably adaptedfor dancing, 
and his ability to cater to the wants of pleasure- 
seekere in every particular is unsurpassed. 

D. A, Powers, Hack, Livery, Sale, and 
Boarding Stables, Main Street. — This large and 
well-appointed livery and sale stable, the principal 
establishment of the kind in Millbury, luis for 
ten years been ably conducted by Mr. D. A. Powers, 
and is the popular resort for those desiring reliable 
and stylish teams for any purpose, or for first-class 
boarding and care of horses and teams. Mr. Powers 
occupies a large two-story building, 3(jxl00 feet 
in dimensions, keeps twenty-one horses for hire 
and supplies elegant and serviceable turn-outs at 
most reasonable prices. Horses are kept and cared 
for in the most satisfactory manner at low rates. 
Mr. Powers is a native of Massachusetts, is an 
extensive dealer in horses, and supplies tlie best 
stock in the market at lowest possible prices, while 
his uniform integrity and worth make his stables 
the favorite resort for those in this section who 
desire first-clasa horses for any specified purpos 

St. Charles Hotel, E. R. Bartlett, Proprie- 
tor, Main Street. — This fine hotel was opened to 
the public about twenty years ago by Mr. Lovell, 
who was succeeded by Chas. P. Pratt, Mr. E. R. 
Bartlett becoming proprietor in 1884. The St. 
Charles is a handsome frame structiu'e, with twenty- 
nine large and desirable rooms, and the furnish- 
ing of the hoiise throughout is in keeping with its 
excellent reputation for all that goes to make it a 
pleasant stopping-place. The menu is in every 
respect first-class, and at the reasonable prices 
charged there is not a hotel in the State where 
better acconnnodations are provided. Mr. P)artlett 
is a genial, courteous host. He is a native of Wor- 
cester county. .\ spacious sample-room is provided 
for traveling salesmen. J[r. Bartlett has a fine 
livery stable in connection with the hotel. 



C. D. Morse & Co., Manufacturers of and 
Dealers in Doors, Window Blinds, Window Frames, 
Finish of all Kinds, etc. — .\mong the successful 
business men of Millbury is the firm of Messrs. C 
D. Morse & Co., who have for more than a third of 
a century been identified with tlie improvements 
that have been going on in the town. The busi- 
ness was founded in 1851 by the present proprie- 
tor, Mr. C. Df Morse, who is a native of A\'ood- 
.stock. Conn., and who as a contractor and builder has 
achieved a wide reputation for the substantial and 
reliable character of his work. The manufactur- 
ing premises are very commodious, and are well 
supplied with all the latest improved woodworking 
machinery, which is driven by water, with steam 
power for use in dry se:isons. Doors, windows, 
blinds, window frames, are manufactured, and also 
casings, door jambs, base boards. Southern pine 
thresholds, moldings, brackets, etc., and all kinds 
of ornamental woodwork for buildings, a specialty 
being made of hardwood doors, sash, blinds, panel 
work and finish of all kinds, and surface planing 
and sawing and matching receive prompt attention. 
Sixty hands are permanently emi)loyed. The pro- 
ducts of the establishment are shipped to all sec- 
tions of the country. 

Crane & Ferg-usoil, Hardware, Stoves, 
Furniture, Housefurnishing Goods, Plumbing, etc.. 
Main Street. — Prominent among the late business 
enterprises of Millbury is the house of Crane & 
Ferguson, which was inaugurated about one year 
ago, and lias from the first been conducted on 
tliose sound methods and tact which have merited 
and achieved decided success. Messrs. Crane & 
Ferguson occupy a large store, which is admirably 
.adapted for intended purposes. A very fine and 
complete assortment of shelf hardware, cutlery, 
stoves, paints, oils, housefurnishing goods, and fur- 
niture composes the stock. They are the local 
agents for the celebrated Longman & Martinez 
paints, an<l supply everything in the artists', p.ain- 
ters', and glaziers' line. Furniture and housefur- 
nishing goods are supplied at low prices, on the 
installment plan when desired. The firm are the 
local agents for the Weir Stove Company, Rich- 
mond furnaces, stoves, and ranges, the Boynton 
Furnace Company, and supply at low prices pow- 
der, shot, dynamite, cartridge fuse, etc. Orders for 
plumbing and tin roofing are filled with dispatch 
and in the most satisfactory manner. Messrs. Ru- 
fus Crane and James Ferguson compose this repre- 
sentative firm. Both are natives of Rhode Island. 

Samuel E. Hull, Cotton Waste, Paper, and 
Paper Stock. — A foremost enterprise which ha.s 
done much to attract attention to Millbury is that 
conducted by Mr. Samuel E. Hull, dealer in all 
kinds of cotton waste, paper, and paper stock, and 
whose trade extends to all parts of New England. 
This enterprise was founded in 1850 by Mr. J. H. 
Merry, followed by Briggs & Co., Mr. Hull suc- 
ceeding to the management in 1883. He occupies 
a warehouse two stories in height, each floor hav- 
ing dimensions of .50x.S5 feet. The place is com- 
pletely filled with a large stock of cotton waste, 
paper, and paper stock of all kinds, and Mr. Hull 
offers the liest advantages to buyers, wholesale or 
retail. Mr. Hull is a native of this to\vn, is 
possessed of fine business qualifications, and is one 
I of the selectmen of Millbury. 



TOWN OF SPENCER. 



The town of Spencer, in Worcester county, is one of the most noticeable and important members of 
this group. The township itself is a long and narrow strip of country, comprising three postal centres, 
the Centre, North Spencer, and HUlsville. The land about it is uneven and broken, lifting itself here 
and there into round-headed hills which command delightful views of the adjacent region. Green, Flat, 
and Moose hills are the most conspicuous of these, and near the latter is a fine sheet of water some sixty 
acres in extent, the hill and pond taking their names from the large number of moose that formferly 
frequented the spot. The site of the town is elevated, being about one thousand feet above tidewater, 
on the water-shed between the eastern seaboard and Connecticut river. Springs and brooks abound, which 
render the soil somewhat cold and wet, though it is nevertheless highly productive of the various cereals, 
grasses, and fruits common to this section of the State. These streams empty into the Quinebaug, 
Blackstone, and Chicopee rivers, affording on their way a very considerable hydraulic power which is 
made available in the operation of several mills and factories, whose various manufactures contribute 
very materially to tlie industrial importance of the town and the prosperity of its people. 

The entire territory now covered by the township of Spencer was formerly part of Leicester, being 
included in the original charter of the latter. Leicester wa-s settled about the year 1713, and Spencer 
was constituted a separate parish of it in 1744, under the name of the West Parish. In the same year 
the first church was organized, the Congregational, with Rev. Joshua Eaton as its first minister. The 
Baptists were the next to form a society, in 1819; the LTniversalists became an incorporated body in 
1830; the Methodists built a meeting-house in 184-5, and the Catholics in 18.53. 

Spencer was settled somewhere about 1740, and in April, 17.53, was incorJ)orated a town and given 
its name in honor of Spencer Phips. It is situated on the line of the Boston and Albany railroad 
twelve miles west by south from the city of Worcester. The handling of the agricultural products of 
the contiguous country constitutes the principal feature of its business transactions, many of the farms 
hereabouts having been brought to a very high condition of cultivation, improved agricultural methods 
extorting from the soil abundant crops that find a ready and lucrative market. Its natural advantages 
and resources have been made the most of by the energetic spirit of a progressive people, which has also 
found expression in those public and private improvements of a modern character that every New 
England community finds necessary to its comfort and content. Conspicuous among these, of course, are 
its common schools, whose educational advantages are free to rich and poor alike. In its High School 
youth may be fully prepared to enter any college in the country. A conveniently housed, well arranged, 
and amply endowed public library is practically free to all its citizens, young and old, the extent of 
whose patronage is indicative of a flattering appreciation of the privileges it offers. Prominent among 
the most sightly structures that lend dignity to the place is the Town Hall, and a walk through the 
streets brings to view not a few fine private residences and substantial business blocks that evidence the 
general thrift and prosperity for which Speni'er is noted. A national and a savings bank, an excellent 
hotel, and an ably edited newspaper should also be mentioned. 

Spencer wears the distinction of being the town where Elias Howe, Jr., the inventor of the sewing- 
machine, first saw the light. In coming by rail from Charlton to Spencer his birthplace may be seen. 
Born here in 1819, he died in Brooklyn, Long Island. It was here that his infancy, childhood and 
youth were passed, here that he worked in his fatlier's mills, on Cranberry river, going hence to acotton 
factoryat Lowell, and afterwards to Boston. His sewing-machine was first patented when he was twenty- 
six years old, in 184.5, but it was not until several years subsequent to this date that capitalists and 
money Moated it into popular use and favor, Howe meanwhilesupportinghimself by working as engineer 
on a railroad. 

Among the manufacturing industries of Spencer, the production of boots and shoes occupies the first 
place in respect to the amount of capital invested, the number of hands employed, and the annual out- 
put. This involves the manufacture of leather to a large extent, in addition to which there are factories 
for the manufacture of woolen goods, wire goods, boxes, and many other articles. 
The present population of Spencer is about eight thousand. 
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George P. Ladd, Woolen Manufacturer. — 
For the best part of tifty years New England has 
led the trade of the I'nited States in connection 
■with the manufacture of woolen textile fabrics, and 
■during that period the business has assumed pro- 
portions that can only be described as colossal. One 
of the most extensive establishments engaged in 
this trade in Massachusetts is that of Mr. George 
P. Ladd, of Spencer. The business now conducted 
by Mr. Ladd was founded in l.S4o by the lion. 
William Upham, who started with one set of ma- 
chinery in the manufacture of satinet goods. He 
was well known in the political history of this sec- 
tion of tlie State, and died in June, 1882. Mr. 
Ladd succeeded to the sole proprietorship of the 
establishment soon after, and the business has been 
brouglit up to its present magnitude by an assidu- 
ous application of business tact and energy, and by 
a diligent observance of those principles of coni- 
raercial,honor and business integrity, in the absence 
of which no enterprise can be placed upon a lasting 
foundation. Through all the vicissitudes, all the 
inflations and depressions of trade embraced within 
a quarter of a century, this house ha.s been steadily 
lengthening and strengthening its stakes, enlarging 
its commercial relations, extending its premises, 
increasing its facilities, and expanding its popular- 
ity with the trade until it has gained an eminence 
in this particular line of industry of which its pro- 
prietor may well be proud. The plant, as now 
operated, comprises three distinct mills, all sub- ' 
stantial and convenient structures, thoroughly 
equipped with modern machinery and appliances, | 
operated by water power and steam auxiliary, and I 
giving employment to two hundred and seventy- 1 
live hands. The product is among the most popu- 1 
lar in the market, always proving unif(U-m in qual- 
ity and of excellent workmanship and line finish. 
The product aggregates one hundred thousand 
yards per month, and the goods go to all parts of 
the country, tlie principal selling house being that 
of Messrs. Bacon, Baldwin & Co., at No. 92 Frank- 
lin street. New York. In conclusion, it is but just 
to say that the prosperity that has attended this 
house js the natural result of the high quality of 
goods manufactured, coupled with a business policy 
tliat has ever been regulated by enterprise, liber- 
ality, and integrity. 

John N. Grout & Son, Groceries. — The 
house of J. N. Grout & Son ranks among the most 
enterprising in Spencer. This is the oldest store 
on Main street, having been established over tifty 
years ago by Mr. Jeremiah Grout, the grandfather 
of the present proprietor, in the same building now 
occupied. Tlie firm of J. N. (Jront & Son suc- 
ceeded the founder, and the present proprietor, Mr. 
A. E. Grout, became the sole proprietor on the 
death of his father in 1883. lie occupies a store 
and basement, 25x40 feet each, both of which are 
filled to overflowing witli choice family groceries 
of all kinds, including the finest teas, the purest 
coffees and spices, canned goods in endless variety, 
and flour, butter, cheese, eggs, sugars, syrups, etc., 
all of which will be found fresh and desirable, and 
are offered at eminently reasonable prices. No 
house here that deals in the miscellaneous com- 
modities of the grocery industry handles a higher 
standard of goods, or stands higher in the estima- 
tion of its patrons. Mr. Grout is a native of 
Spencer. 



Ira E. Lackey, Central Lunch and Dining- 
Room, No. 130 Main Street. — A prominent and 
favorite resort is that of Mr. Ira H Lackey. This 
house was originally established by Mr. Russel 
Walton in 1882, who was succeeded in April, 188(i, 
by the present proprietor. The premises occuijied 
are spacious and commodious, comprising tliree 
floors each 20x100 feet in dimensions. The sales- 
room and dining-room occupy the ffrst and second 
floors, while the third is fitted up into large, well- 
ventilate<l, and cheerful sleeping-rooms, which are 
comfortably furnished and kept in the neatest and 
most cleanly manner. The house is centrally 
located and of easy access to the business portion 
and all points of interest in the town. The store 
and office are fitted up in, a very handsome manner, 
in which can always be found a finely selected 
assortment of pure and unadulterated confections, 
also foreign and domestic fruits. The dining-room 
is elegantly and appropriately furnished and has a 
seating capacity of tifty. The bill of fare contains 
everything of the very best to be found in the 
markets, while the attendance is polite and prompt, 
and the scale of charges is very low. Mr. Lackey 
is a native of Spencer. 

E. E. Dickerniaii, Dealer in Stationery, 
Blank Books, Newspajiers, Periodicals, Magazines, 
and Fancy Goods, No. 126 Main Street. — A prom- 
inent house in Spencer is that of Mr. E. E. Dicker- 
man, which was established by him in 1884. The 
store is handsomely fitted and amply stocked with 
the latest editions of all the favorite literature 
issued by the prominent publishing houses of the 
country, fancy and plain stationery for ladies' and 
gentlemen's use, blank books of all descriptions, 
legal blanks, and a great variety of beautiful and 
useful fancy goods, as well as toys, confectionery, 
and holiday articles. Mr. Dickerman keeps a full 
stock of all the leading weekly and daily papers of 
New York, Boston, Worcester, and State pajiers, 
and delivers them to the residences of customers if 
desired. He receives as soon as published the 
monthly magazines and periodicals, and has pecu- 
liar facilities for obtaining back numbers or full 
sets when required. He is also agent for Madame 
Demorest's celebrated patterns. Mr. Dickerman is 
a native of Spencer. 

Mrs. A. T. Coweil, Dry and Fancy Goods, 
Mechanic Street. — .\niong the most popular estab- 
lishments in Spencer is that of Mrs. A. T. Cowen. 
The business was established in October, 1885, and 
has grown to gratifying jiroportions under the 
enterjirising management of the proprietres.s, who 
h.as spared no pains to supply her patrons with 
everything desired in dry and fancy goods at the 
lowest possible prices. The store is finely a])- 
pointed, and displays a diversity of goods, and 
includes ladies' furnishings, hosiery, linens, woolens, 
cottons, and mixed articles of every texture and 
description, and fancy goods in endless variety. 
The principle on which the business is conilucted 
is that of just dealing, giving full value for money 
received. All the oiierations of the house are con- 
ducted with a scrupulous regard for the interests of 
all patrons. .\ splendid assortment of holiday 
goods will be found on sale here, including albums, 
pictures, dressing-cases, satchels, etc., which are 
especially suitable for presents, and command the 
attention and admiration of every visitor. 



TOWN OF SPENCER. 



Isaac Prouty & Co., Manufacturers of 
Boots and Shoes; Boston Offices, Nos. 105 and 11 1 
Summer Street, Koom 1. — Oneoftlie very oldest busi- 
ness establisliments in the boot and shoe industry 
in this country, one whicli existed before the great 




sizes, from the delicate and perfect-fitting shoe to 
the heavy mining boot for use in the mining States 
and Territories. The facilities jiossessed by this 
house for tilling orders at short notice are rarely 
equaled by any of their eontemijoraries, while 
the goods have long had a national 
reputation for superior workmanship, 
great durability, and fine tlnisli, the 
]irc-eminence which they enjoy being 
clearly shown by the 'f:ict that the 
annual product of this house reaches 
the enornioussura of !?2,000,000. With 
a jiroduction of such magnitude a cor- 
resjionding trade is enjoyed, extending 
throughout the United States, pushing 
the factory to its utmost capacity, and 
necessitating a continual increase in 
capacity and facilities to supply the 
growing demand. With reference to 
those who have contributed to found 
an interest of such importance to the 
industrial thrift of this community, 
and who are steadily maintaining it& 
]u-ominence in the trade of the country, 
it isscarcely necessary to make any ex- 
tended personal mention. The mem- 
bers of the tirin are types of New England enter- 
prise in its best and truest sense, gentlemen of broad 
culture and public spirit, whose works in the 
promotion of the welfare and prosperity of this 
community are "known and read of all men." 
Preeminent in its own ]iarticular line of manufac- 
ture, and conducted witli enterprise, sagacity, and 



revolution was ejected in the manufacture of boots 
and shoes, and one which has been prominent in 
developing the industry from small dimensions to 
its present enormous proportions, is th.at of Messrs. 
Isaac Prouty & Co., of Spencer. All the changes 
effected in this trade during the present century 
the house of Isaac Prouty & Co., which was estab- 
lished in 1820, has p;issed through. The business ; great liberality, the house of Lsaac Prouty & Co. 
was founded by Mr. Isaac Prouty, who conducted may well be regarded as one of tlie first industrial 
it with steadily increasing success in his own name, institutions of the country, and is justly entitled to 
aided by his five sons, Messrs. Jolin G., Lewis W., the esteem and consideration which it so largely 
George P., Charles K., and Ja.son W. Prouty, until \ enjoys. 

185(i, when the present firm name was adopted, on • 

the admission of Messrs. Lewis W. and George P. ' E. JE. Stone & Co., AVholesale and Retail 
Prouty to partnership. In 1864 Mr. Charles N. Dealers in all kinds of Lumber and House Finish, 
Prouty, and in 1872 Mr. Jason W. Prouty, became ; Window Frames, Sash, Blinds, Doors, Moldings, 
members of the firm, and in the latter year the Brackets, etc., Office, Yard, and Manufactory, Wall 
founder of the business. Mr. Isaac Prouty, and his ' Street. — This enterprising and responsible firm are 
son, Lewis W., both died. The house has since , extensive wholesale and retail dealers in all kinds 
that time been under the proprietorship of Mes,srs. ; of Inndjer and liouse finish, window frames, doors, 
(ieorge P., Charles N., and Jason W. Prouty, who sash, blinds, moldings, brackets, etc. The business 
have conducted the business under tlie old firm was estaVilished here many years ago by Mr. Tem- 
name. The plant of this firm is one of the most ' pie, and the firm of Mullett c't Stone was organized 
extensive, devoted to this branch of industry, in ! in 18(i2, as successors to Barnes & Mullett. In 
the country, and discloses a business which, in its j 1865 Mr. E, E. Stone became the sole proprietor, 
magnitude, is rarely e(iualed in the trade. The ! and was burned out in 1868. The present firm was 

factory grounds cover five acres in area. The main "' 

factory, known to the residents here as the "big 
shop," is from four to six stories in height, and 
measures 485 feet in length and 42 feet in width. 
The storehouse is si.x stories high, and 400x60 feet 
in dimensions, to which another building has re- 
cently been added, of brick, 300 feet long. The 
machinery and appliances with which this im- 
mense factory is equipped embrace all the modern 
improvements known to the trade. \Vhen in ope- 
ration this establishment is a veritable bee-hive of 
useful industry, in which are constantly employed 
from twelve hundred to fifteen hundred operatives. 
The productions of this house comjirise men's, 
boys', and youths' calf, kip, and grain, thick split 
boots, mining and Hungarian boots and brogans, 
and women's, misses', and children's calf, kip, buft', 
and split pegged shoes. These are manufactured 



in a great variety of styles, shapes, grades, and reputation and standing. 



organized in April, 1885, succeeding Messrs. Barnes 
& Ilorr. The planing-mill comprises three stories 
40x60 feet each, and is fully equipped with wood- 
working machinery of all kinds necessary for the 
business, operated by a forty-five-borse power en- 
gine, and furnishing steady employment to si.x 
skilled hands. The products above named are fur- 
nished both in their own designs and to order. 
The lumber yard of the firm is located on both 
sides of the railroad track, with the best po.ssible 
facilities for transportation. Every description of 
building lumber can be obtained here, ready-dressed 
for use. Mr. Stone owns in his personal right a large 
and valuable timber property, in which he employs 
some forty men, \vith a portable steam mill, produc- 
ing two million five hundred thousand feet of lum- 
ber per year. Tlie members of the firm are Messrs. 
E. E. Stone and E. V. Prouty, both gentlemen of 



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Spencer Savings Bank, Bank Block.— 
The Spencer Savings Bank was incorporated in 
1.S71, and from the beginning its officers and trustees 
liave included many of the best men in the com- 
munitv. Its officers in 18S(> are as follows, viz.: 
President, Erastus Jones ; vice presidents — David 
Prouty, Henry R. (ireen, Isaac L. Pronty ; treasurer, 
C. T. Linley; trustee< — Nathan Hersey, David 
Bemis, John L. Bush, Thomas A. Prouty, E. II. 
Ilowland, George A. Craig, l)avid Prouty, H. K. 
I ireen, Isaac L. Prouty, Erastus Jones; investment 
<-'imrnittee — Erastus Jones, Nathan Ilersey, David 
Bemis, E. H. Howland, George A. Craig. This 
institution is purely a savings bank, conducted 
wholly in the interest of the people who with 
small means desire to secure a safe investment and in- 
terest upon their savings. Its last annual statement 
sliows upward of seventeen hundred open accounts, 
and over §450, 000 aggregate deposits. The presi- 
dent holds the same capacity in the Spencer National 
Bank, is at the head of the well-known firm of E. 
Jones is, Co., boot and shoe manufacturers, in 
Spencer, and is prominently identified with the 
material welfare of the community. The treasurer 
is a gentleman of marked financial ability, and the 
board of trustees comprise much of tlie business 
element of the town. 

F. M. Knowlton, Books, Stationery, News- 
papers, Periodicals, Fruits, Confectionery, Cigars, 
and Tobacco, No. 141 Main Street. — One of the 
best patronized business establishments is that con- 
ducted by Mr. F. M. Kncjwltou. The business was 
established here some fifteen years ago by Mr. E. 
M. Bliss, the present proprietor assuming possession 
in 1886. The store is well stocked with books, sta- 
tionery, periodicals, fruits, confectionery, cigars, to- 
bacco, toys, sporting goods, and holiday articles of 
every description. It is a popular headquarters for 
the Boston dailies, county and State newspapers, 
and during the holiday season will present unsur- 
passed attractions in the line of presents, both use- 
ful and ornamental, for both old and young, includ- 
ing the latest styles and novelties in Christmas and 
New Year's cards, toys, dolls, games of all kinds, 
albums, bric-a-brac, and various articles that are 
looked for in every first-class establishment of this 
kind. Mr. Knowlton is a native of Vermont, but 
has resided in Spencer for thirty-five years. 

B. C. Dlistin, Plain and Fancv Baker, No. 
7 Wall Street.— The popular bakery "of ISIr. B. C. 
Dustin was established here in June, 1879, and has 
always enjoyed an excellent reputation and a lib- 
eral patronage. The premises occupied for the 
business are large and commodious, and every facil- 
ity is at hand for carrying on the business success- 
fully. Tlie store is well arranged and appointed, 
and an air of cleanliness pervades the entire estab- 
lishment, while the inviting display of merchandise 
is as tempting as that of any similar store in this 
section. Delicious bread and cakes fresh from the 
oven, in both plain and fancy styles, are always to 
be obtained here at reasonable prices. Five skilled 
and experienced hands are constantly employed. 
The patronage of the establishment is large and 
intluential, extending throughout the towns of 
Spencer, Leicester, all the Brookfields, and the sur- 
rounding country. Mr. Dustin is a native of Mas- 
sachusetts, enterprising in all his business methods, 
and very popular with all his patrons. 



\ A. G. Pease & Co., Hardware, Paints, 

Oil, Brushes, Glas.s, etc.. No. KiO Main Street. — 
This lirm established their business here in January, 
188"), and have since become widely and favorably 
known as extensive dealers in hardware, stoves 
and tinware, ranges and furnaces, paints, oils, and 
glass, cutlery, plumbing goods, ste.ira and water- 
piping, etc. The firm occupy a tine, large store and 
basement 35x78 feet each. Having ac(]uired an 
intimate knowledge of the wants of the public in 
their line, they study to please their patrons in 
every essential respect. They carry a very large 
and varied stock of liardware suited to the wants of 
the housekeeper, the builder, the mechanic, and 
the farmer, while in stoves, furnaces, and ranges 
the assortment comjirises all the latest improve- 
ments for both heating and cooking. In tin and 
sheet-iron work the firm are abundantly able to 
execute the best and most thorough work known to 
the trade, every facility being at hand for the 
prompt fulfillment of all orders. Eight clerks and 
workmen are constantly employed, and the trade 
is brisk and lively. The members of the firm are 
Messrs. A. G. Pease and C. S. Ayres. 

W. M. 3Iaynard, Druggist, Heyward's Block, 
Main Street. — The estalilishment of Mr. W. M. 
Maynard is one of the finest and best patronized 
drug stores in Spencer. It was established in 1872, 
by Slessrs. Hall & Raymond, and conducted by Dr. 
Marcus Hall from 1873 to 1879, when the present 
proprietor assumed possession. The store is 20x40 
feet in dimensions, and attractive in all its interior ar- 
rangements and appointments. The stock of goods 
comprises the purest and freshest drugs, all the 
standard family medicines, and an elegant line of 
toilet articles, perfumery, and fancy goods, choice 
brands of cigars, confectionery, and soda and min- 
eral waters. Special attention is given to the prepa- 
ration of physicians' prescriptions, the laboratory 
being tnider the most competent su])ervision, and 
absolute accuracy being assured in all cases. Mr. 
JIaynard is also well known as the manufacturer of 
Dr. W. M. Moses' never-failing ointment. Dr. 
Hall's cough syrup, and other remedies. Mr, 
Maynard is a native of Massachusetts and an ac- 
complished pharmacist. 

John J. Mulcahy, Clothing, Hats, Caps, 
and Gents' Furnishing (ioods. No. 47 Mechanic 
Street. — One of the most popular clothing estab- 
lishments in Spencer is that of Mr. John J. Mul- 
cahy, who established his business here in 188.1, 
and has built up a large and active trade in ready- 
made clothing, hats, caps, gents' furnishing goods, 
trunks, and valises. The line of goods carried is 
such as to meet the wants of the most fastidious 
and fashionable, as well as those of small means, 
and comprises ready-made suits, both domestic and 
foreign, which are offered at very low prices; the 
latest styles of hats and caps, and all the novelties 
and standard goods in gentlemen's neckwear, under- 
wear, white and colored shirts, hosiery, gloves, 
handkerchiefs, collars and cuffs, and valises, trunks, 
and bags. To those desiring a splendid grade of 
clothing, equal to the best custom-made, this house 
commends itself as one that can be implicitly relied 
on, and the best inducements are offered to all 
classes of purchasers. Mr. Mulcahy is very succes- 
ful in meeting the popular demand in his line of 
trade. 



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Bemis & Allen, Manufacturers of Men's, 
Boys', and Youtlis' Thick and Kip Boots, Maple 
Street. — For a long number of years this house lias 
been favorably known to the trade, and its products 
have ail established rt-iiutation for uniforru good 
quality tliat gives tlie lirm a prestige of high 
character wherever it is known. The present lirm 
was organized in December, 1S79, as successors to 
Messrs^ David Prouty & Co., and are known to 
the trade as extensive manufacturers of men's, 
boys', and youths' thick and kip boots. The 
premises occupied for manufacturing purposes con- 
sist of a tive-story building S4x4U feet in di- 
mensions, specially adapted for the business, and 
furnished with every requisite and modern appli- 
ance for manufacturing tirst-class goods. Fifty 
hands are employed in the factory, and some sixty 
are given employment at their homes, all the bot- 
toming being done outside. By h)ng experience 
in the business, with efficient superintendence and 
with ample facilities for production, the lirm can 
ofier special inducements and advantages to the 
consideration of the trade, and rely solely upon the 
merits of their output for continued success and 
permanent patronage. Their trade is large and 
active, particularly throughout the Western States. 
To those of our readers who are buyers of the class 
of goods here manufactured we would cordially 
commend this house as one with whom it is always 
a pleasure to do business. The members of the 
firm are Messrs. t'. .V. Bemis and <!. II. Allen, both 
of whom are experienced manufacturers, enter- 
prising and reliable in all their business relations. 

Will. A. Barr & Son, Manufacturers of 
Women's, Misses', and Children's Kip Shoe Heels, 
and Dealers in Remnant Leather, Wall Street. — 
This firm are well and widely known as manufac- 
turers of women's, misses', and children's kip .slioe 
heels. The business was first established in 1S()5, 
by Mr. Wm. A. Barr, the present lirm being organ- 
ized October 1st, ISSo. The premises comprise a 
factory tliree stories high, and 60x10 feet in dimen- 
sions, and thoroughly equipped with rollers, presses, 
and the latest improved machinery for the busi- 
ness, and furnishing employment to fifty skilled 
hands. By devoting their attention entirely to the 
manufacture of shoe heels, this firm are enabled to 
produce superior goods at prices which at once 
command the attention of manufacturers in the 
light shoe trade, and their products find a ready 
market, heavy sales being made in Lynn and Haver- 
hill. The firm also deal in leather remnants, and 
extract oil from skirtings at the lowest rates. The , 
members of the firm are Messrs. AVm, A. and A. II. 
Barr, both natives of Spencer and well known in 
the community. 

LiOVell & Potter, Imported '' Retsel " Lon- 
don and Paris Hats, I5ank Block. — The popular 
clothing house in Spencer is that of Messrs. LovcU 
& Potter, located in Bank Block. The business 
was first established in 1S7.5 by Messrs. S. Packard 
& Co., who were succeeded by the present firm iu 
1880. The store is one of the finest and best ap- 
pointed in the town, is 2Jxl)0 feet in size. The 
stock includes ready-made clothing, hats, caps, 
gents' furnishing goods, trunks and valises, embrac- 
ing all the latest styles and most approved fashions, 
and are offered at prices that defy successful com- 
petition. The line of ready-made clothing is of 



the most reliable character as to material and make- 
up, and is warranted to be as represented. The 
assortment of gents' furnishings embraces all the 
latest novelties in neckwear and standard supplies 
of underwear, hosiery, gloves, and wliite and col- 
' ored shirts. The members of tlie firm are Messrs. 
E. H. Lovell and W. H. Potter, both Massachusetts 
men. 

J. S, Richard, Dealer in Choice Family 
Groceries, Flour, Produce, Meats of all kinds, and 
Shoe Findings. — This business was founded in 1875 
i by Messrs. Methieu and Charon. The latter gen- 
I tleman retired during the same year, and the firm 
title became Methien & Dufault, and in 1879 Mr. 
I Methien retired and was succeeded by Mr. Richard, 
\ the .style of the firm remaining as Richard & 
j Dufault until 1885, when Mr. Richard became sole 
I proprietor. The premises occupied are large and 
commodious, and comprise a store and meat market, 
and contain a large and carefully selected assort- 
ment of choice staple and fancy groceries, such as 
pure and fresh teas, coffees, spices, foreign and 
domestic fruits, canned goods, flour and other cereal 
foods, bakers' and laundry sup[dies, butter, cheese, 
eggs, vegetables, and other farm and dairy pro- 
ducts. He also carries a full and complete line of 
shoefindings. In the meat department he alw.ays 
has on hand choice cuts of beef, veal, mutton, 
lamb, and pork, also all kinds of cured meats, fish, 
etc., and all kinds of poultry and game in season. 
The store and market are models of neatness and 
cleanliness,andpopularpricesprevail. Mr. Richard 
is a native of Canada, and has resided here for 
fifteen years. He has been selectman and overseer 
of the poor for two years each. 

Dr. I. Verner, Druggist, Chestnut Street. — 
Dr. Verner is a native of Canada, and a medical 
and pharmaceutical graduate of the Victoria Col- 
lege, of Montreal. His fine establishment is com- 
pletely stocked with an assortment of pure drugs 
and chemicals, proprietary medicines of well-known 
merit and reputation, a full line of mineral waters, 
perfumery, toilet articles, druggists' sundries, etc., 
while the Doctor pays special attention to the com- 
pounding of physicians' prescript;ons, filling all 
orders with promptitude and the greatest care and 
accuracy. As a physician he is well qualified to 
diagnose and prescribe for every class of disease. 
In addition to his fine stock of drugs he has a very 
elaborately constructed soda-water fountain, and 
carries a carefully selected stock of choice brands of 
foreign and domestic cigars, and a choice assort- 
ment of pure and unadulterated confectionery. 

E. D. Marcliesseaillt, Confectionery, 
Fruits, Nuts, Cigars and Tobacco, No. 21 Mechanic 
Street. — This gentleman established himself here 
in August last, and has built up an excellent trade 
in fruits, confectionery, nuts, cigars, and tob icco. 
He occupies a neat and commodious store, with a 
smoking-room in the rear, and has a tempting dis- 
play of goods in all departments of his trade. His 
stock of fruits comprises peaches, pears, apples, 
oranges, lemons, bananas, cocoanuts, figs, sardines, 
all in their respective seasons, while liis stock of 
candies and confectionery is always fresh, and com- 
prises every delicacy and novelty known to the 
trade. His line of cigars and tobacco is one of the 
best in towu, and is liberally patronized. 



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Bacon, Kent & Co., Manufacturers of Boots 
and Shoes. — Prominent among the exponents of 
the boot trade in .Spencer is tlie firm of Bacon, 
Kent A: Co., who are widely known as manufactur- 
ers of boots, and recently of shiios, making a spe- 
cialty of men's, boys' and youths' heavy, line kip, 
vealialf, split, and miners' goods. The plant of 
the lirni comprises a substantial five-slory brick 
building, JU.xSo feet in dimensions, and discloses a 
system and completeness in every department wor- 
thy of the highest commendation. The establish- 
ment in operation is a perfect bee-hive of industry, 
no less than two hundred and fifty liands being em- 
ployed. The machinery and appliances with which 
the factory is equipped are new and efliictive, em- 
bracing all the modern improvements for the ac- 
complishment of tirst-chiss work. The product 
comprises boots and shoes made in a great variety 
of sizes from the perfect -fitting shoe for boys' wear 
to the heavy mining boot for use in the territories. 
The facilities of the firm for filling orders at short 
notice are unsurpassed, while the output is in great 
favor wi,h the public and the trade, ever maintain- 
ing a high reputation throughout the country for 
superior workmanship and tine finish. The busi- 
ness is conducted with great enterprise, thorough 
judgment and skill, and with such success in all re- 
spects as to entitle the house to a well-merited 
prominence in the trade and the respect and con- 
sideration which it has long enjoyed. The mem- 
bers of the firm are Messrs. J. P3. Bacon, V. K. 
Kent, I. L. Prouty, and M. A. Young, who have 
been associated together in the business since 1881, 
and whose combined experience in and thorough 
knowledge of the trade have built up an enterprise 
of great magnitude. 

Spencer National Bank, Bank Block.^ 
The Spencer National Bank was incorporated in 
1875 with a capital of |150,000, and is officered as 
follows, viz.; President, Erastus Jones; vice- 
president, David Prouty ; cashier, C. T. Linley ; 
assistant cashier, A. T. Jones; directors — Erastus 
Jones, David Prouty, Isaac L. Prouty, Charles N. 
Prouty, Richard Sugden, Henry R. Green, Frank 
E. Dunton, John L. Bush, and J. E. Bacon. 
Under its present wise and conservative manage- 
ment, this bank is doing a large and safe business, 
all of its movements being marked by prudence, 
caution, and honorable business methods, and it is 
to-day recognized as one of those solid, ably con- 
ducted institutions wdiich reflect credit alike upon 
its officers and the community in which it is loca- 
ted. A general banking business is transacted, 
including the receiving of deposits, the discounting 
of approved commercial paper, the collection of 
drafts, and the dealing in first-class securities. 
The president, Mr. Jones, is the bead of the well- 
known shoe firm of E. Jones & Co., and is promi- 
nently identified with the growth and i)rosperity of 
this community. The cashier, Mr. Linley, is a 
gentleman of marked ability and worth. 

Goddard Brothers, Blacksmiths and 
Wheelwrights, Chestnut Street. — The establish- 
ment of Messrs. Goddard Brothers is well deserving 
of more than passing notice. The business was 
originally founded in 1878 by Mr. C. T. (Joddard. 
In 1882 the brother, J. D., was admitted into part- 
nership, since which period the business has been 
conducted under the present firm title. The prem- 



ises occupied are spacious and commodious, com- 
prising two floors, which are thoroughly supplied 
with every convenience, tools, and the best im- 
proved machinery. They are prepared to do all 
kinds of blacksmithing and wheelwrighting, and 
use nothing but the very best materials. Tliey em- 
ploy none but the most skillful workmen, and de- 
vote their entire attention to every detail of their 
establishment. All kinds of repairing is executed 
in the promptest and most workmanlike manner at 
most reasonable prices. The Messrs. Goddard are 
both natives of Spencer. 

Emerson Stone, Spencer Insurance Agency, 
Post-Uffice Block. — Mr. Stone established his agency 
here in 1SG7, and his long experience and thorough 
knowledge of insurance have made him a recognized 
authority upon the subject and given him the rep- 
utation of being one of the best-informed under- 
writers in this section. His facilities for success- 
fully conducting the business are shown by the fol- 
lowing list of companies which he represents, viz.: 
Continental Insurance Company, of New York; 
Insurance Company of North America, of Phila- 
delphia; Fire Association, of Philadelphia; Citizens' 
Insurance Company, of Pittsburg; Pha'ui.t Insur- 
ance Company, of Hartford; Orient Insurance 
Company, of Hartford; Merchants' Insurance Com- 
pany, of Newark ; North British and Mercantile, of 
London ; Phcenis Assurance Company, of London ; 
Northern Assurance C'ompany, of London ; West- 
ern Assurance Company, of Toronto, Canada; 
Washington Insurance Company, of Providence; 
Firemen's Fund Insurance Company, of California; 
Traders' Insurance Company, of Chicago; Citizens' 
Mutual Insurance Company, of Boston ; Merchants' 
and Farmers' Mutual, of VV'orcester; State Mutual 
Life Insur.ince Company, of Worcester. The bene- 
fits and advantages which he is prepared to present 
for the consideration of property-liolders are s«ich 
as to entitle him to the extensive patronage which 
he enjoys. Mr. Stone has been postmaster of Spen- 
cer since 1S69, and enlisted in 1861 in the Twentv- 
fifth Massachusetts Infantry; was commissioneda 
captain in a L-nited States colored regiment, but 
was wounded and taken prisoner on the James 
River, suffering the amputation of his left arm, and 
remaining in prison for three months, when he was 
paroled and exchanged, serving in all three vears 
and six months. 

Diistin & Clark, Manufacturers of Hand 
and Power Stamping and Boning Machines, No. 
11 Wall Street. — This firm are widely known as 
manufacturers of hand and power stamping and 
boning machines, also C. S. Dwyer's patent heel 
trimmers, and as repairers of sole and upper 
leather, splitting machines, Varney peggers, and 
wax thread stitching-machincs. They occupy a fine, 
large shop 40xC0 feet in dimensions, with iui attic 
for storage, and possess a complete equipment of 
machinery and appliances for the business. The 
machines manufactured here have met with great 
favor with the shoe trade, as being the best, 
strongest, most simple, and easily operated machines 
of the kind on the market, 'f hey are constructed 
with unusual care and accuracy, of the best and 
most durable materials. A large force of expert 
mechanics find employment here, and both mem- 
bers of the firm, Messrs. J. J. Dustin and W. T. 
Clark, are experienced and practical mechanics. 



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TOWN OF SPENCER. 



E. Jones & Co., Manufacturors of Boots and 
Shoes. — This lioiise has an old ami intimate con- 
nection with the atlvanceinent of the bout and 
shoe trade din-ing tlie hist foi'ty-hre years. The 
business was founded in 1-^41 by Mr. Asa T. Jones, 
wlio comincnoed the manufacture of boots in what 
is now known as the Livermore liouse, still stand- 
ing on tlie corner of Main and North streets, oppo- 
site the (.'ongregational chnrcli. Three yearsafter- 
ward he removed to his own premises where he 
had l)iiilt a house and sliop, on the site now occu- 
pied by the residence of his son, Mr. A. T. Jones, 
the treasurer of the Spencer Savings tank. In 
18-lj, Mr. Erastus Jones, the senior partner of the 
present iirni, who had been employed in the shop 
for some years, was admitted as a partner, nnder the 
firm name of A. T. & E. Jones, which lasted until 
1802, wdien the senior member retired, and the 
present lirra name was adopted on the admission of 
ilr. 11. P. Starr to partucrshiij. Tlie business was 
conducted without change for the succeeding ten 
years, when Mr. F. Yj. Dunton, who had been in the 
business for three years pievious with D. A. Drury, 
was adniitteil, nialcing the membership of the firm 
as it stands to-day. The main factory of the firm, 
erected in IStiO, contains three stories and a base- 
ment, SOx.38 feet in dimensions, with an L measur- 
ing oOxo-1 feet. The storehouse is four stories in 
height, and 60x40 feet in size. The factory is 
equipped with all the late improved machinery and 
appliances for the production of first-class work, 
operated by steam-power, and furnishing employ- 
ment to one hundred and seventy-five hands in the 
shop — seventy-live others being employed in bot- 
toming the goods at their homes. The principal 
products of this house are men's, boys', youths', and 
children's heavy, fine kip, veal calf, split, and min- 
ers' boots and shoes, and %vhich are particularl}' 
adapted for the Western trade, for use in thesaldle, 
the mines, and in the cities and towns, and the 
reputation they enjoy for a s\iperior class of work 
is unsurpassed by any of their compeers. The 
trade of the house extends throughout the country, 
being very lieavy in the Western States, and the 
annual output averages some si.xteen thousand cases 
of goods. The caution, method, and progressive 
enterprise which mark the business transactions of 
this house distinguish it as a model one. Mr. 
Erastus Jones, the senior member of the firm, was 
born September 1 1th, ISi.j ; is the president of the 
iSpencer National Bank, the Spencer Savings Bank, 
and prominently identified with the financial, com- 
mercial, and manufacturing interests of this entire 
coramunity. His partners, Messrs. H. P. Starr and 
F. E. Dunton, are experienced manufacturers and 
sound business men. 

R. M. Kaue, Hats, Caps, and Gents' Fur- 
nishing Ooods, Boots, Shoes, and Rubbers, No. 33 
Mechanic Street. — Mr. R. M. Kane is an extensive 
dealer in hats, caps, and gents' furnishing goods, 
and boots, shoes, and rubbers, and has been estab- 
lished in the business here since January, 1879. 
His store is large ami spacious, being 'J5xS0 feet in 
dimensions, and is thoroughly stocked with goods 
in everv department of the trade. The stock of 
hats and caps embraces always the latest styles and 
newest and mo.st seasonable goods, while in gentle- 
men's furnishings the assortment includes the latest 
novelties in neckwear, and the most desirable styles 
of white and colored shirts, underwear, hosiery, 



gloves, handkerchiefs, collars, and cnfis, all of 
which are of the most stylish pattern, and are 
offered at the very lowest prices. The .stock of 
boots, shoes, rubbers, and slippers includes all the 
latest styles, and various sizes and grades, for men, 
women, and children. Mr. Kane is a native of 
Spencer. 

Orlando Weatlierbee, Drugs, Medicines, 
Chemicals, Nos. 23 and 2o Mechanic Street. — The 
drug trade has no mcn-e enterprising or popular 
exponent in S|iencer than Mr. Orlando Weatlierbee. 
Tlie store is large and attractive, and has long been 
the centre for a large trade in pure drugs and 
chemicals, standard family medicines, fancy and 
toilet articles, soda and mineral waters, cigars, con- 
fectionery, etc. Mr. Weatlierbee is also widely 
known as the manufacturer of several superior 
pharmaceutical preparations and remedies that 
have a wide sale and great popularity. Among 
these may be mentioned ^Veatllerbee's improved 
compound cathartic pills, Weatherbee's compound 
extract of sarsaparilla, Weatherbee's mixed bird 
food, Murdoch's liquid food, Iving's juniper tar 
cough balsam, Parker's hair balsam, etc. Special 
attention is paid to the compounding of physicians' 
prescriptions, which is under the personal super- 
vision of the proprietor. He is supplied with the 
purest and freshest drugs in the market, and the 
inducements he otters, as regards both excellence of 
stock and economy of prices, are not excelled by 
any contemporary in this section of the State. Mr. 
Weatlierbee is a Massachusetts man by birth and 
education. 

Mrs. T. M. Johnson, Millinery and Hair 
Goods, No. 9 Mechanic Street. — !Mrs. T. jNI. John- 
son, the well-known dealer in millinery and hair 
goods, established her business here in 1880, which 
has grown to large proportions under the enter- 
prising and experienced management of its pro- 
prietress. The store is 20x40 feet in size, and 
contains an ample, well-assorted, and carefully 
selected stock. This embraces a complete assort- 
ment of hats, bonnets, straw goods, ostrich tips, 
flowers, feathers, plumes, ribbons, satins, velvets, 
silks, and hats and bonnet frames, received from th& 
best and most fashionable sources of supply and 
offered at moderate prices, also the finest stock of 
human hair goods in this section, including switches, 
double Langtrys, water crimps, etc., etc. Stamping 
for embroidery and braiding is also performed here- 
in the best style of the art. 

Philip Morean, Dry and Fancy Goods, 
Green's Block, opposite Depot. — The well-known 
establishment of Mr. Philip Morean was established 
here in April, 1885, and has gained the favor and 
patronage of a large and discriminating class of 
customers. His store is large and commodious, 
neatly fitted up and admirably arranged through- 
out. Mr. Moreau deals extensively in dry and 
fancy goods and ladies' and gents' furnishing goods 
of every description. The stock here displayed in- 
cludes dress goods in silk, satin, woolen, velvet, 
cotton, etc., in all the latest styles and patterns, 
gloves, hosiery, ribbons, laces, embroideries, trim- 
mings, linen goods, cotton fabrics, small wares, and 
notions, and a full line of underwear, neckwear, 
and other furnishings for both ladies and gentlemen. 
Four clerks and salesladies are in attendance. 



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C S. Traliaii, Dry and Fancy Goods, Boots, 
Shoes, Kubbers, and Gents' Fnrnisliing Goods, 
Meclianic Street. — This gentleman is an extensive 
■dealer in dry and fancy goods, boots, shoes, and rnb- 
bers and gents' furnishing goods. The business was 
founded in 187!) by Mr. J. 11 Qnevillon, who was 
succeeded in April, ISS.'i, by the present proprietor. 
Tlie store is 28x110 feet in size, elegantly appointed I 
throughout. The fine display of dress goods in 
silks, velvets, woolens, cottons, etc., embracing all 
the new styles and designs, of both American and 
European production, is in such variety as to 
leave nothing to be desired. In linens, muslins, 
hosiery, gloves, underwear, laces, embroidery, rib- 
bons, trimmings, edgings, etc., the stock is par- 
ticularly attractive, as is also the gentlemen's 
furnishing department. The line of boots, shoes, - 
and rulibers comprises every size, style, and grade 
of footwear for men, women, misses, youths, and 
children, received direct from the best manufac- 
turers in the State, and offered at prices which are 
safe from successful comjietition. Jlr. Trahan 
knows the exact requirements of his trade, and is 
always prepared to meet its every demand. 

W. F. ConiillS, Meats, Provisions, Poultry, 
Vegetables, Fish, Oysters, Lobsters, etc., No. 8 ] 
Wall Street. — This gentleman is an extensive j 
•dealer in meats, provisions, poultry, vegetables, 
fish, oysters, lobsters, and clams, and is liberally 
patronized by the entire community. The business 
was founded seven years ago by jlr. W. C. Bemis, 
who was succeeded by the present proprietor in 
March, 1886. The premises occupied for trade 
purposes comprise a store and basement 20.x4f) feet 
■each, which are fitted up expressly for the business, 
including refrigerators for keeping the stock fresh 
and sweet, and affording ample accommodations for 
a large and growing trade. Mr. Comins kills some 
beef and veal, and sells L'hicago dressed beef, pork, 
hams, hog products, pigs' feet, sausages, tripe, 
poultry, dried beef, and oysters, clams, and lobsters 
in their season. His trade in fish is also large, 
aggregating about one thousand pounds on Fridays, 
and necessitating the assistance of four men, two 
carts, and one order wagon. Mr. Comins has re- 
sided here for the past thirty years, and is very 
popular in the community. 

Spencer Marble and Granite Works, 

D. Parent, Corbett & Co., Proprietors, No. 33 
■Chestnut Street. — This firm are extensive manufac- 
turers of and dealers in monuments, tablets, head- 
stones, etc , and are prepared to execute all kinds of 
cemetery work neatly and promptly. They estab- 
lished the bnsinc.ss here in January, 1886, and have 
quickly gained an excellent reputafion for the 
originality of design and elaborate finish of their 
output. They occupy a large and commodious 
shop, with a spacious yard iu the rear. A large 
number of monuments, tablets, and head.stones are 
kept in stock, any design is promptly made to 
order, and every demand of the business is readily 
met to the satisfaction of all patrons. Six skilled 
and experienced workmen are emjiloyed, and the 
trade is large and steadily increasing, extending to 
Worcester, Ilolyoke, Fall River, and other ])orlinns 
of the State. The prices which prevail are emi- 
nently fair and reasonable. The members of the 
firm are Messrs. D. Parent and James Corbett, of 
Spencer, and WUIiam Bombriaut, of Gilbertville. 



The Spencer House, L. N. Jloreau, Pro- 
prietor, No. 10(i Main Street. — The Spencer House, 
now one of the best in Spencer, was built about 
forty years ago. Niuuerous changes have occurred 
in its management, and various additions, alter- 
ations and extensions have been made, both in its 
interior and exterior. In 1885 Messrs. Moreau & 
Dineen took charge of it, and in April, 188(5, the 
latter gentleman retired, leaving Mr. Moreau sole 
proprietor. The house has never been better con- 
ducted during its forty years of existence than at 
the pre.sent time. It is most eligibly located, of 
easy access to the business centre, and adjacent to 
the principal places of interest in the town. There 
are accommodations for forty guests, and the dining- 
room has a seating capacity of thirty. The bed- 
rooms are large, well lighted, and comfortably 
furnished, and kept in the neatest and cleanliest 
order. The parlor, reception, and dining-rooms 
are handsomely and appropriately furnished, while 
the cuisine is all that can be desired. Especial 
attention is given to transient custom, and every 
effort is made to make guests comfortable and eon- 
tented. The rates are very low for the accom- 
modations given. Mr. Moreau is a native of this 
State, and is very popular with all classes. 

Ed-ward E. Kent & Co., Manufacturers 
of Light, Stoga, Kip, and Split Boots and Shoes, 
No. 120 Main Street. — Of the principal houses en- 
gaged in the manufacture of boots and shoes atten- 
tion is called to that of Edward E. Kent & Co. 
This firm are extensive manufacturers of light, 
stoga, kip, and split boots and shoes, principally of 
the heavy and medium grades, for the Western 
trade. The business was founded in 1868 by 
Messrs. Proutys, Kent & Co., who were succeeded 
by Mr. Edward E. Kent in 1874, who has since 
conducted the business under the present firm 
name. He occupies three floors and a basement, 
40x90 feet each, and gives steady employment to 
forty hands. The factory is equipped with all the 
latest improved tools and appliances necessary for 
the work, and the product, comprising heavy goods 
for mining use, and hand-made goods of various 
grades, is made from the best materials and 
warranted to be first-class workmanship, finish, and 
wearing qualities. The patronage is large and in- 
fluential throughout all the West. ]\Ir. Kent is a 
native of Massachusetts, and is the chief engineer 
of the Fire Department. 

Isaac Slayton, Dealer in Crockery, Hard- 
ware, Fine Groceries, Fruit, etc., Bank Block. — 
This gentleman is an extensive dealer in fine gro- 
ceries, fruit, crockery, and hardware. The business 
was first established here some ten years ago hy 
Mr. Harris Ilowland, the present proprietor suc- 
ceeding to the same in 1879. He occupies a large 
and commodious store, measuring some 40x40 feet 
in dimensions, and transacts a large business, espe- 
ciallv in flour, teas, cott'ees, spices, sugars, canned 
goods, butter, cheese, and eggs, and Colton's select 
flavors. Tlie goods of this house are highly es- 
teemed by the community for their freshness, abso- 
lute )iurity, and low jirices, and customers have the 
satisfaction of kuo-n-ing that nothing inferior or 
adulterated will he ofl'ered them. The growth and 
prosperity enjoyed by this house are but the natural 
result of the energy and enterprise of the proprie- 
, tor. 



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TOWN OF SPENCER. 



E. M. Bliss, Dry (roods, Notions, Boots and 
Shoes, etc., B;ink Block, No. 170 Main Street. — 
This gentleman is one of the best-known mer- 
chants in Spencer, and is a large dealer in Irath 
dry goods and notions and in boots and shoes. 
The business was established here some twenty 
years ago by Messrs. T. A. Prouty & Co., who con- 
ducted tlie same nntil two years ago, when the firm 
of E. M. Bli.ss & Co. w.is organized, the present 
proprietor succeeding to the sole control in 1886. 
The store is one of the liandsomest in the town, 
and is some 20x(i0 feet in size. The stock of staple 
dry goods includes silks, satins, velvets, prints, and 
dress fabrics in all te.ttures, white goods, linens, 
domestic cottons, flannels, blankets, bedspreads, 
damasks, napkins, towelings, table covers, and every 
kind of housekeeping goods, ribbons, laces, trim- 
mings, embroidery, edgings, and notions in great 
variety, and ofl^ered at prices that preclude suc- 
cessful competition. The assortment of boots, 
shoes, rubbers, and slippers comprises all styles, 
sizes, and grades, suitable for men, women, misses, 
youth, and children, received direct from the best 
and most reliable manufacturers. Mr. Bliss has 
resided in Spencer for the past twenty years, and 
has justly merited the business success which he 
now enjoys. 



Baoon & Sibley, Manufacturers of Boots 
and Shoes. — In Spencer tlie liouse of Mes.srs. Bacon 
& Sibley can Justly lay claim to the careful atten- 
tion of the trade everywhere. As manufacturers of 
bouts and shoes they make a sijecialy of men's, 
boy.s', and youths' wa.x and hue kip, veal calf, 
grain and split goods, made by hand, in which par- 
ticular lines they have won a wide reputation, and 
built up a large and steadily increasing trade. 
They established the business here in February, 
1875, and their goods are noted throughont the 
coinitry for superior workmanship, great dura- 
bility, and line hnish. They occupy four floorsand 
a basement, oO.xSO feet each, erpiipped with all the 
latest machinery and appliances for the business, 
and furnishing steady emiiloyment to thirty-live 
hands. They make heavy, durable goods, particu- 
larly adapted for the Western trade, and in wliich 
section tliey find a ready sale and a permanent 
demand. The work of bottoming the goods is 
largely performed outside the factory, and necessi- 
tates the e.ttra employment of some seventy more 
workmen, thus adding, in an important degree, to 
the indiLstrial thrift of Spencer and surrounding 
country. The members of the firm are Messrs. A. 
B. Bacon, and E. F. Sibley, both prominently iden- 
tified m tlte mercantile activity of the communtiy. 



NORTH BROOKFIELD. 



About the year 1087 the old town of Brookfield was divided into three parishes, the first being the 
present West Brookfield, the second Nortli Brookfield, the town with which we are now concerned, and 
Brookfield. The original town is one of tlie oldest in Worcester county, having been settled in 16tjO, 
some ten years prior to the occupancy of the site of the present city of Worcester by the white people. 
Considering the now populous and thriving condition of the cities and towns of this county, it is inter- 
esting to reflect tliat when the original territory of the city of Worcester — some eight miles square — 
was laid out, it was thought that this area might support thirty to sixty families. 

Brookfield was an overflow from Springfield, twenty-nine miles away, and dates from 1660. In 
1665 the settlers, tliat they might have an indisputable right to the soil, purcha.sed the tract granted 
tliem from Shattoquis, chief of the Indians hereabouts, who considered himself the "sole and proper 
owner " of a very indefinite area of coinitry. Quoboag was the Indian name of this territory. For many 
years the settlement was tlie only one in this locality, the nearest places being Springfield on the west and 
Marlborough on the east. Tosaythat the Indians were "troublesome" is to mildly state a grim, hard 
fact. This was especially the case during the period of King Philip's War. In 1075 the town consisted 
of twenty families, and it was in that jear that the Indians fell upon it, burned twenty houses and barns. 



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and then assaulted tlie people, who had taken refuge in a fortified house. For three days the siege 
continiieil after the ferocious manner of savage warfare, and for three days thegallant little garrison 
defended itself with the courage and persistence common to the pioneers of that period, being tinally 
relieved by a troop of light horse from Lancaster, under Major Willard. The Indians burned the 
only dwelling that remained, together with the meeting-house, and instantly decamped. 

The General Court of Massachusetts, recognizing its inability to afibrd suitable protection to so 
isolated a settlement, ordered the abandonment of it. After the la])se of ten or a dozen years, however, 
Indian hostility had become practically discouraged, and many of the people returned to carry out the 
original intention of building a town upon this spot. And they built it. 

The town of North Broukfield was set off and incorporated in the year IS12. At that time it had 
a population of about twelve hundred persons. The occupation of the people was almost exclusively 
that of farming. The soil was strong, well w^atered, and gave a generous yield under cultivation; tliese 
are still its characteristics. For many years the pursuit of agriculture engrossed the attention and 
energies of the inhabitants in this locality; but after awhile the establishment of one manufacturing 
enterprise and then another introduced a new element and the artisan classes, until North Brookfield 
is now become a distinctively manufacturing town. It is true that agriculture is still largely followed, 
and some of the finest dairy farms in the State are located in this immediate locality; but the manu- 
factures of the town are paramount, and give complexion to all its business pursuits and operations. 

Less than three-quarters of a century ago the site now occupied by North Brookfield contained but 
three or four houses, and not one of its few inhabitants could have forecast its bright and prosperous 
future. Occupying elevated ground, the town is finely laid out, is surrounded by a beautifid country, 
is twenty-nine miles east-northeast from Springfield, ample railway facilities for passenger and freight 
traffic being provided by the Boston and Albany railroad. 

The village of East Brookfield is of modern growth and lies partly in Brookfield and North Brook- 
field, having the advantage of a very considerable water-power, which is employed to good and profit- 
able purpose by various mills and factories. 

Quoboag Pond, in this vicinity, is a charming bit of water about six hundred acres in extent, and 
was as inviting to the Indians of the early days as it is now to the people hereabouts. Wickaboag Pond, 
in another direction, is also noticeable for its beauty, while Batchelor's Hill, not far away, lifts itself to 
an eminence whence one may sweep a delightful landscape. 

The internal improvements of North Brookfield leave nothing to be desired. It is a live, hand- 
some town, filled with an intelligent, hospitable people, who are noted for their industry, enterprise, 
and public spirit, and the hearty fashion with which they are wont to supjiort every movement that is 
calculated to make their town a desirable spot for residence and a profitable jioint for business. They 
have an excellent common school system and good churches ; benevolent and beneficial societies are 
liberally sustained ; healthy sanitary and wholesome social conditions are an assured fact; the town is 
well policed, and its protection against fire is ample ; it is economically and prudently governed, and 
an air of general content and prosperity everywhere prevails. 



Mi.s.s E. E. Beinis, Fashionable Milliner 
and Dressmaker. — ( )ue of the most popular shop- 
ping places in North Brookfield is the millinery 
and dressmaking establishment of Miss E. E. Bemis. 
This house was established some twenty years ago 
by Mrs. Me.ad, who was succeeded in 1873 by the 
present enterprising proprietress. It is the oldest 
store in this line of trade in town. It is known as 
a reliable source of supply for artistic millinery 
merchandise, including tine French fiowers, ostrich 
plumes and tips, rich ribbons and laces, straw and 
silk goods, velvets, kid gloves, buttons, fringes, and 
an excellent ;issortinent of fancy articles. In 
prices, as in cpiality and styles of new goods, Miss 
Bemis successfully competes with anv house in this 
section. She employs a force of skilled and expe- 
rienced assistants, and is always prepared to exe- 
cute all orders for work promptly and to the perfect 
satisfaction of all her patrons. The store is attrac- 
tive in all its appointments, and is presided over 
by the proprietress with an ease and grace that 
betokens a thorough knowledge of the business in 
all its departments. 



Alfred Burrill, Furniture, Carpets, etc.. Sum- 
mer Street. — Mr. Burrill established himself here in 
1855, and year by year the trade has increased until 
now the business transacted is one of large volume. 
The premises occupied comprise three Hoors 48x33 
feet each, with an attic lor storage, and these are 
stocked with a general variety of carpeting, parlor 
suits, sofas, lounges, easy chairs, rockers, walnut, 
chestnut, and painted chamber sets, carpeting, 
feathers, mattresses, spring beds, extension tables, 
and other designs and patterns in upholstery, and 
cimimon and medium priced furniture received di- 
rect from tlie most reliable and enterprising man- 
ufacturers in the country and offered at the lowest 
possible prices. All kinds of upholstering and re- 
pairing are executed promjitly to order, and a 
corps of salesmen and workmen are kept constantly 
busy. Mr. Burrill is also a furnishing undertaker, 
keeping in stock a full line of coffins and caskets, 
and is prepared to furnish all supplies necessary 
for burial rites. Mr. Burrill is a native of Win- 
throp, Mass. 



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E. & A. H. Batcheller & Co., Manu- 
factiirei's of Men's, Boys', ami Youths' Boots 
and Shoes. — One of tlie very oUlest business es- 
tablishments in tlie boot and slioe industry in 
Massachusetts is that of Messrs. E. & A. H. Batch- 
eller & Co. This house is one of the few in this 
section which existed before the great revolution 
was effected in boot and shoe making, and also par- 
ticipated in developing the industry from small 
dimensions to its present magnitude. Its history 
is replete with industry, enterprise, honesty, and 
success. The business was founded here in 1.S19 
by Mr. Tyler Batcheller, and conducted by him un- 
til l.S'Jo, when his brother Ezra became a partner 
under the lirni name of T. & E. Batcheller. On 
January 1st, 1830, Mr. Freeman Walker was ad- 
mitted under the style of T. & E. Batcheller & 
Walker, the latter retiring in 1834. On January 
10th, 185-J, Messrs. C'has. Adams, Jr., Alfred H. 
Batcheller, Wm. C. King, and Hervey J. Batchel- 
ler were admitted under the firm name of T. tt E. 
Batcheller & Co., Messrs. Adams and II. J. Batch- 
eller retiring in 1800 and Mr. King in 1865. The 
founder of the business, Mr. Tyler liatcheller, died 
in October, 18G2, and Mr. Ezra Batcheller in No- 
vember, 1870. Mr. .Vlfred H. Batcheller success- 
fully conducted the linsiness as scjle proprietor un- 
til 1881, when, on the first day of January, liis son, 
Francis Batcheller, was made a partner, and the 
business has Kince been conducted by them under 
the old firm name The plant is the largest devo- 
ted to the shoe industry in the country. The main 
factory comprises four Hoors and a basement, ISO 
feet front on Grove street and 200 feet on School 
street, with numerous additions for office, storage, 
warehouse, and other purposes, the entire establish- 
ment liaviiig a floor surface of some two and a half 
acres. The factory iscompletelyecjuipped with the 
best improved machinery and appliances, operated 
by a one hundred and fifty horse-power steam 
engine, and furnishing constant employment to 
eleven hundred hands. The principal product is 
stoga work, comprising heavy boots, shoes, and 
brogans for working classes, whicli find a large sale 
in all parts of the country. The firm make their 
o\vn liists and their boxes. Their office in Boston 
is located at Ko. 106 Hummer street. The mem- 
bers of the firm are widely and honorably known 
in the shoe trade, and are foremost in every good 
word and deed for the ujibuilding of this com- 
munity. 

Miss R. Howard, Millinery and Fancy 
Goods, No. 3 Town House Block, Main Street.— The 
millinery establishment of Miss K. Howard is fully 
stocked with the most desirable millinery goods, in- 
cluding tlie latest novelties and finest foreign and 
domestic trimmings. Miss Hoxvard assumed possess- 
ion of the establishment September 1st, 1886, as suc- 
cessor to Mrs. Ctbo. C Lincoln. The store is 20x60 
feet in dimensions, and very liberally patronized by 
the ladies of this and adjoining towns. The goods 
are new and seasonable, and include the most fashion- 
able hats and lionnets, ostrich plumes and feathers, 
fancy wings, felts, plush, and velvet trimming, for- 
eign and .American Howers, ribbcms, trimmings, 
straw, and-silk goods, and fancy articles in endless 
variety. Prompt, obliging, and reliable in all her 
dealings, fair and reasonable in her prices. Miss 
Howard h.as quickly established herself in the 
general esteem of a large and first-class i^atrouage. 



C. A. Pepper, Confectionery, Fruits, Cigars 
and Tobacco, and Holiday Goods, Adams Blo(;k. — 
The increasing popularity of the bouse of Mr. C. 
A. Pepper is sutiicient evidence of its merit as a 
source of supply. Mr. Pepper is a large dealer in 
fruits, confectionery, ice-cream, cigars and tobacco, 
crockery and glassware, books and stationery, and 
makes a leading specialty of holiday goods. He 
succeeded to the business here seven years ago, and 
occupies an attractive store, which is stocked to 
repletion with tine goods in every branch of the 
trade. It is a popular headquarters for confection- 
ery, toys, games, albums, portfolios, pocket-books, 
pocket cnilery, fancy articles, colored glassware, 
and for the best brands of cigars, all the goods be- 
ing selected with a view to suit the tastes and the 
means of the greatest possible number of buyers. 
It is always liberally patronized at holiday time by 
both old and young, and oHi^rs inducements to all 
which can not be easily overlooked. Mr. Pepper 
believes in large sales and small profits, and is a 
gentleman with whom it is alwa_ys a pleasure to 
deal. 

D. J. Pratt & Co., Drugs, Medicines, Per- 
fumery, Toilet Articles, etc.. Walker Block, Sign of 
the (iolden Mortar. — The drug store over wliiclx 
Mr. D. J. Pratt so successfully presides was estab- 
lished in 1878, and luis always been eminently pop- 
ular. The stock of goods here displayed consists of 
the purest and freshest drugs, all the standard pro- 
prietary medicines, all the novelties in toilet arti- 
cles and perfumery, and fine stationery, music, and 
musical instruments. The pharmaceutical prepar- 
ations are all selected with special reference to 
strength and freshness. In the line of novelties in 
perfumery, toilet articles, and holiday goods the 
enterprise of the proprietor has placed within the 
reach of liis patrons the best articles that can be 
purchased. The liouse is perfectly equipped for its 
specialty of prescriptions. Being the only music 
store here, it is liberally patronized, and every fa- 
cility is afforded to supply the music-loving |)ublic 
with everything they desire, tlie proprietor being 
the agent here for the Loring ct Blake organ, and 
keeping a good stock of nuisical instruments con- 
stantly on hand. Mr. Pratt is a native of South- 
bridge. 

A. G. Stone, Dry Goods and Groceries, Small 
Wares, Notions, Curtains and Fixtures, Crockery 
and Glass Ware, Stone's Block, opposite Depot. — 
This gentleman is an extensive and popular dealer 
in dry goods, groceries, snuill notions, curtains and 
fixtures, crockery, glass, tin, and earthen ware, and 
has been established in the business here since No- 
vember, 1878. He occupies a large and connnodious 
store 25x50 feet in dimensions. By sparing no 
pains to satisfy his patrons in both quality and price, 
he h.as built up a trade that is constantly on the 
increase. The business methods are straightfor- 
ward and reliable in every particular. His stock 
of dress goods, housekeeping goods, cotton and 
woolen falirics, small wares, and notions embraces 
all the latest novelties and standard productions, 
while his family .supplies in the line of staple gro- 
ceries are fresh and desirable, and all his patrons 
speak in the highest terms of the excellence of the 
teas, cotTees, spices, Hour, canned goods, and other 
connnodities secured at this establishment. Mr. 
Stoue is a native of Massachusetts. 



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Suiniier Holmes, Dry Goods, Fine Gro- 
ceries, Crockery, Boots, Slioes, etc., Clark's I'look, 
Scliool Street. — Mr. !5Uiuner Holmes is aa extensive 
dealer in dry goods, fine groceries, crockery, boots, 
and shoes, etc., and h:is been engaged in this busi- 
ness since 1881. He occupies a tine large store, 
basement, and attic, 50x50 feet each, which are 
stocked to repletion in all departments. In line 
family groceries the aim of the proprietor has 
always been to supply every demand of a tirst-class 
trade, and families can find here at bottom prices 
everything they can possibly desire in this line. 
He is offering all the finest brands of flour, includ- 
ing lla.xall, St. Louis, and Pillsbury's, at prices 
which are safe from successful competition, while 
in cereals be keeps a complete line, and in teas his 
assortment is the best in the market for flavor, 
delicacy of aroma, and strength. His stock of old 
Government Java cofi'ee is fi'esh, pure, and ground 
while you wait, and is too well known by connois- 
seurs to require comment. The stock comprises 
canned goods, spices, sugars, syrups, etc. In dry goods 
the stock includes dress goods, housekeeping goods, 
cotton and woolen fabrics, notions and small wares 
in endless variety, while the difierent lines of 
crockery and glassware, boots and shoes, jiaints, 
oils, and glass, paperhangings, etc., are all well 
represented by new and desirable goods. Four 
clerks and two teams are steadily employed in the 
transaction of the business, and the trade is at all 
times brisk and lively. Mr. Holmes is a native of 
North Brooktield, and a gentleman with whom it 
is a pleasure to deal. 

Georgre R. Haiuaut, Druggist and Phar- 
macist. — X\\ establishment where the high charac- 
ter of its management renders mistakes absolutely 
impossible is that of Mr. Geo. R. Hamant, which 
was founded some thirty-five years ago, and has 
been in possession of the present proprietor for the 
past fifteen years. The house has maintained a 
high reputation for the character and quality of its 
pharmaceutical preparations. The store is one of 
the most attractive and elegant in its appointments 
in this section, and contains at all times a large and 
varied stock of the finest drugs and medicines of 
acknowledged merit and reputation, fancy toilet ar- 
ticles, perfumery, stationery, and holiday goods, 
and, indeed, every article that may be thought of 
in connection with a lirst-chuss pharmacy. There 
is no department of the <lra.g business so important 
as the careful, conscientious, and intelligent com- 
pounding of pliysicians' prescriptions and family 
recipts, and this branch holds a paramount po- 
sition in this establishment. Mr. Hamant is a 
Massachusetts man by birth and education, and has 
held the office of town treasurer over ten years 
and town clerk for the past four years. 

Charles W. Delrey, Dry Goods, Fine Gro- 
■ ceries. Small Wares, etc. — This gentleman is an 
extensive dealer in dry goods, fine groceries, paints, 
varnishes, small wares, etc. Tliis business was 
founded tiventy-five years ago by Messrs. Knight & 
Delvey, the latter being the father of the present 
proprietor. It was afterward operated ;is a Union 
store for some ten years, ami has been in possession 
of Mr. Delvey since LSSO. The store is large and 
spacious, and well stocked with goods in every de- 
partment. In groceries the proprietor transacts a 
large business, especially in teas, cuflfees, spices, 



flour, canned goods, and staple commodities of all 
kinds, and these goods are highly esteemed by the 
couuiuuiity for their freshness, absolute purity, and 
low prices. In dry goods the stock is large and 
carefully selected, and embraces dress goods of the 
latest designs and patterns, white goods of all kinds, 
silk, woolen, and cotton fabrics, hosiery, gloves, 
handkerchiefs, ribbons, laces, and small wares. Mr. 
Delvey is a native of Spencer. 

Abe Gainsborg: & Co., Boston Clothing 
Store, Summer Street. — This is one of the most 
extensive houses in this lineof trade in this section, 
and was established in April, 1880. The store is 
hand.somely appointed and arranged, is 20x00 feet 
in dimensions, and affords every facility for con- 
ducting the business successfully in all depart- 
ments. The house carries a full and complete line 
of men's and boys' clothing in all the latest styles, 
and which for excellence of material, accuracy of 
fit, and thorough workmanship equal the pro- 
ductions of the average merchant tailor. Here is 
also to be found the latest fashions in hats and caps, 
and all the novelties and standard goods in gentle- 
men's furnishings, embracing the newest designs of 
both domestic and foreign manufacture, also a full 
line of trunks, valises, and traveling bags. The 
lowest jiossible prices invariably prevail. Mr. 
Gainsborg, who is the sole proprietor, is a gentle- 
man of large experience in the business, knowing 
every requirement of the trade. 

Georg-e A. Jenk.s, all kinds of Fresh and 
Salt Meat, Vegetables, and Farm Produce, School 
Street. — A popular headcpiarters for both fresh and 
salt meats, Tegetables, and farm produce is the 
nuirket of Mr. George A. Jenks. Mr. Jenks has 
been established here for the past five years, and 
has won a high reputation for the excellence of his 
goods. His market is provided with every requisite 
for the preservation of all perishable articles, and 
the stock will always be found fresh and desirable, 
guaranteeing at the same time the prompt and sat- 
isfactory fulfillment of every order. The family 
trade is large and active throughout this commu- 
nity, as the house has one of the largest and most 
complete assortments of goods in this line to be 
found in this section. Popular prices prevail. 
Mr. Jenks is a gentleman of large and valuable ex- 
perience in catering to the tastes of the public, and 
is very successful iu meeting all its demands. 

S. J. Pepper, People's Market, Main Street. 
— < hie of the most po[)ular markets in North Brook- 
field is the "People's Market." Mr. Pepper 
became the proprietor of this stand early in 1886, 
and has rapidly built up a large and increasing 
patronage throughout the village of North Brook- 
field, New Braintree, and West Brookfield. His 
market is stocked at all seasons of the year with a 
fine assortment of meats and provisions, including 
Chicago dressed beef, pork, poultry, game, veal, 
lamb, tongues, sausages, pigs' feet, lard, butter, eggs, 
fruit and vegetables in their season, and farm pro- 
duets of various kinds, which are always kept fresh 
and sweet, and are sold at jirices that are invariably 
satisfactory to patrons. Goods are delivered by 
wagon, and every order is filled with )jromptness 
and dispatch. Mr. Pepper is a native of Braintree, 
and is an enterprising and straightforward business 
man, 



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TO WN OF BROOKFIE LD. 



H. E. Climmiiig'S, Dry Goods, Boots and 
Shoes, Groceries, Kloiir, Provisions, etc., JS'o. 17 
Summer Street. — This gentleman is an extensive 
dealer in dry goods, boots and shoes, groceries. 
Hour, and provisions, and has been established in 
the business here since March, 1S83. The premises 
comprise a store and basement, 20.xCO feet each, 
with a storehouse iu the rear, and are admirably 
arranged. The stock of dry goods embraces dress 
fabrics of both foreign and domestic production, in 
silk, velvet, cottons, and woolens, housekeeping 
goods iu great variety, and hosiery, gloves, corsets, 
ribbons, trimmings, laces, etc. The line of boots 
and shoes embraces every style, grade, and size, for 
both men, women, and children, received from the 
best manufacturers in the State, and sold at the 
lowest prices. The stock of family groceries con- 
sists of teas, coffees, spices, flour, canned goods, su- 
gars, and table delicacies in great variety ; also 
choice creamery butter, cheese, eggs and provisions 
of all kinds. Four clerks and salesmen are em- 
ployed, and goods are delivered promptly by wagon. 
Mr. Curamings is a native of Massachusetts. 

C A. Bush, Boarding and Livery Stable, 
Rear of Walker Block. — The largest and most 
popular livery establishment in Korth Brookfleld 
is that of Mr. 0. A. Bush. Tlie business was 
founded some fifty years ago, and has been con- 
ducted by the present proprietor since 1884. The 
stable is large and spacious, well ventilated, drained, 
and lighted, and in cliarge of careful and experi- 
enced grooms. Thirty horses are kept for livery 
purposes, in which stock will be found those suit- 
able for ladies to drive, as well as some splendid 
roadsters noted for speed and staying qualities. 
There is large capacity for boarding horses, and 
every care and attention is given to all horses in- 
trusted to the charge of Mr. Bush. His stock of 
hacks, carryalls, single and double carriages, open 
and top buggies, is large and select. Some of the 
tinest equipages to be seen in this section, and the 
best of driving horses, can be hired for business or 
plea,sure and upon the most reasonable terms. Mr. 
Bush has been in the business for the past twenty- 
five years, and is an authority upon the care and 
treatment of horses. 

Brainerd H. Smith, Dry Goods, Trimmings, 
Fancy Goods, etc., Main Street. — This is a leading 
and popidar emporium iu the dry goods line, and 
has been established here since April, 1882. The 
premises occupied for trade purposes comprise a 
store and basement, 2nx.50 feet each, well appointed 
in every department, and stocked to repletion with 
new and desirable goods, which are unsurpassed by 
any of its contemporaries in this section, and em- 
brace dress goods ranging from the cheapest prints 
to the most expensive silk and velvet fabrics, and 
including ladies' furnishings, hosiery, underwear, 
linens, cottons, woolens, and mixed articles of 
every texture and description, ribbons, laces, trim- 
mings, embroideries, edgings, and fancy goods, no- 
tions and knick-knacks for both use and ornament, 
all in lavish array, procured from the best and 
most fashionable sources of supjily, embracing all 
the latest styles, novelties, and designs of both do- 
mestic and foreign manufacture, oflfered to the 
public at prices which preclude successful competi- 
tion. Mr. Smith is a native of North Brookfield. 



Batoheller House, Thomas Kendrick, Pro- 
prietor. — This popular hotel was opened to the 
public in 1870, and has been in charge of Mr. 
Thomas Kendrick since the spring of 1885. The 
house is finely built and attractive in appear- 
ance, both in its interior and exterior. No luxury 
aflbnled in situation, surroundings, cuisine, or 
modern conveniences in any hotel in this section i& 
lacking at the liatcheller. it is situated within 
easy reach of the dep(.it and the business centre of 
the town, and is convenient alike to the permanent 
patron, the connuercial tourist, and the transient 
guest. The house h;is accommodations for one 
hundred people, is heated by steam throughout, and 
is handsomely appointed. The menu is always kept 
up to a high standard of excellence. The dining- 
room has a seating cajiacity for over one hundred 
guests. A fine billiard hall is also provided, and 
'busses and carriMges furnish free transportation to- 
and from the depot, and a fine livery stable is con- 
nected with the hotel. Terms are fixed at the low 
price of two dollars per day. The proprietor is 
ably assisted in the conduct of the hotel by Messrs- 
Thomas Guertin and Charles DeLand. 

R. E. & E. S. Che.sley, Clothiers and 
Tailors, No. 13 Main Street.— Messrs. R. E. & E. 
S. Chesley are widely known as both tailors and 
clothiers of large experience and established repu- 
tation. They have been engaged in the business 
here since 1874, and by the exercise of enter- 
prise and skill of the highest order have built up 
;i large and influential traile extending from Wor- 
cester to Boston. Their store is large and spacious, 
being 20x80 feet in dimensions. Six skilled and 
experienced hands are employed in the workshop 
on the second floor, where the best fitting garments, 
made and and trimmed in the most stylish manner 
and accurate in cut and fit, are furnished at short 
notice. The firm keep on hand an elegant stock of 
domestic and im])orted woolens from tlie best looms 
of Europe and America. The firm also carry a 
large and valuable stock of ready-made clothing, 
hats, caps, gents' furnishing goods, trunks, and 
valises, which embrace all the latest styles and 
novelties. The members of the firm are natives of 
Worcester, energetic, enterprising, and eminently 
popular with their hosts of patrons. 

Buffluiarton Brothers, Meats, Vegetables, 
Fruits, and Produce, No. 2 Summer Street, Town 
House Block. — An old-establi.shed and reliable 
source of supply for meats, vegetables, fruits, and pro- 
duce is the establishment now conducted by Messrs. 
Buflington Brothers. It was established here in 
1864, and has been under the proprietorship of the 
present firm since August, 188.'i. The market is neat 
and well ordered, and always fully stocked with goods 
in every department of the trade. The firm kill 
beef, pork, lamb, and veal in large quantities, and 
also are extensive dealers in Chicago dressed beef 
and all kinds of meat, possessing the best )iossible 
facilities for kee])ing the stock fresh and swCet. 
The stock comprises everything coming mider the 
head of fruitsand vegetables in theirseason and they 
receive their produce from the best sources. They 
employ four clerks and salesmen, run three teams, 
and have a large and thriving trade throughout 
North Brookfield, New Braintree, and Oakham. 
The members of the firm are Messrs. F. D. and 
R. H. Buflington, both natives of Ware. 



TOWN OF WARREN. 



Located in Worcester county, near its westeru line, and about midway between the cities of Spring- 
field and AVorcester, flourishes the striving and sterling town of Warren. Asa distinct, individual com- 
munity it was not born quite as early as some other towns in this section of the State, but it neverthe- 
less boasts a tolerable age. In the year 1742 parts of Brimfield, Brooktield, and Palmer were set off, 
and the territory thus detached was duly incorporated as a town and given the name of Western. 
Under this name it grew and prospered, after the fashion of growth and prosperity in those early days, 
until the year 1834, when it had a second christening and has since been known as Warren. This in 
memory of General Joseph Warren, who was killed at the battle of Breed's, or Bunker, Hill. 

It is situated on both banks of the Quoboag river, that part ou the yonder side being called West 
Warren, and having a separate post-office. The above-mentioned river is not allowed to pass through 
this locality without paying the customary tribute that the shrewd dwellers in these parts extort from 
the streams and rivers that run through their domain. Its waters are caught and made to turn machin- 
ery of one kind or another in answer to the demands of the various manufacturing enterprises here in 
progress. The establishment and operation of these latter are a very material source of profit to this 
active town and are doing much to keep it moving upon the stroug tide of a progressive prosperity. 

Warren is also favored in its railway connections, the Boston and Albany railroad running through 
the heart of the town and providing its people with ample means of transportation to and from all the 
principal trade centres. 

The adjacent country is uneven and somewhat rough, but to the eye all the more picturesque and 
romantic by reason of that. It is channeled by several streams of water, and a large part of it is rich 
and productive, responding kindly to the tickling hoe and the persuasive plow, and spreading out 
into nutritious grazing areas. Many of the farms in this vicinity will compare favorably with the best 
in the State, and the natural fertility of much of the soil has been greatly heightened by scientific 
methods of agriculture under the hands of an enterprising class of farmers. 

For many years the inhabitants of Warren, like those of all the towns in thi.s section of country, 
found their principal business and profit in the cultivation of the soil. Grist mills there were, and saw 
mills; these were absolute necessities to the pioneers"; but manufacturing in its proper sense, as Warren 
people and other people know it to-day and carry it on, was unthouj,ht of and undreamed of All these 
towns that now constitute the geographical heart of Massacliusetts made slow and somewhat uncertain 
growth until the introduction into thedi of manufactures and the advent of railways. These events set 
their resources and advantages in order, and gave a steady stride to their pace and assurance of success 
to enterprising endeavor. 

Cotton and woolen goods are now extensively made in this town, while the annual output of boots 
and shoes, gas machines and steam-pumps, cassimeres and iron castings, bluing, writing ink, and other 
articles aggregates large figures. 

Warren is located in the midst of charming scenery, and from Mark's mountain, near the heart of 
the town, delightful views of the latter and its surroundings may be had. 

Here are schools, than which there are none better in this section, a High School among them, 
churches inviting to religious worship, well-kept hotels, a bank for savings, and every necessary and 
desirable provision for the moral, social, and material advancement of a community of four thousand 
people. 

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TOWN OF WARREN. 



M. K. Whipple, Manufacturer of Satinet 
Wari).— The M. K. Whipple Cotton Mill in War- 
ren is a prominent exponent in this section of the 
country in the manufacture of satinet warp, pro- 
ducinf^, as it undoubtedly does, nuich of the best sati- 
net warp made in the United States. The business 
was first established in Spencer in 1846 by Messrs. 
Knowles & iSibley, who removed to Warren in 1S48. 
In 18til) Mr. L. J. Knowles became the sole i)ropri- 
etor, and was succeeded, on his death in 188.'-!, by 
Mr. M. K. Whipple. His mill comprises three 
floors, •i(tx40feet each, and is comjiletely e(iuipped 
with the best machinery and appliances for mrnui- 
facturing purposes, running eleven tliirty-inch 
cards and twelve hundred and ninety-six Whitney 
gravity spindles, all operated by water-power ag- 
gregatnig forty-horse power. Twenty -two hands 
are employed, and all the details of the business 
are under the personal supervision of the propri- 
etor, who luts had a long experience in the practi- 
cal art of manufacture. Every enterprising, pro- 
gressive, and legitimate effort is made to imin-ove 
the standard and enhance the value of the product, 
and a general overhauling of the mills, witli the 
addition of a new water-wheel and new-tlume, has 
been made the present year. His trade is large and 
influential throughout the towns of Spencer, Mill- 
bury, t'harlton, Warren, and vicinity, and a per- 
manent demand is created for his goods wherever 
introduced. Mr. Whipple is a native of Ilard- 
vvick, Mass., and has worked in a cotton-mill con- 
tinuously since 1848. There is no detail of the 
business that he is not an authority upon. 

W. E. & G. E. Tarbell, Warren Clothing 
Company, Men's, Boys', and Children's Clothing, 
Gents' Furnishing Goods, etc.. No. 44 Main Street. 
— The Warren Clothing Company is widely known 
as extensive dealers in men's, boys', and children's 
clothing, gents' furnishing goods, hats, caps, trunks, 
traveling bags, umbrellas, rubber goods, etc. The 
business was established under its present name 
some three years ago by Messrs. Willis & Fair- 
banks, who were succeeded by the present proprie- 
tors in March, 1885. The store is one of the hnest 
in town, 20x00 feet in dimensions, and very finely 
fitted up. The assortment of ready-made clothing 
is the largest in Warren, carefully selected at the 
best sources of supply. The firm also operate a 
custom tailoring department under competent 
supervision, where measures are taken and the best 
fitting garments, made in style and trimmed in an 
elegant manner, are promptly furnished at the low- 
est rates. The line of furnishings includes all the 
late-t novelties in neckwear, white and colored 
shirts, underwear, hosiery, gloves, handkerchiefs, 
cufTs, collars, etc., while in hats and caps the 
assortment includes all the latest styles. Compe- 
tent and courteous salesmen are in attendance. 
The members of the firm are both natives of Massa- 
chusetts. 

r>. E<lward Penfieltl, Artist Photographer, 
!Main Strcci. — Jlr. I). Edward Penficld is an artist 
of acknowledged natural ability, and has received 
that cultivation and training so necessary in the 
practice of the profession of the pliotograjiher. lie 
has been established in the business here since 
1868. He has one of the finest .studios in the 
State, with unsurpassed facilities for producing 



first-class work. The building was erected for the 
special purpose by Mr. Penfield, is two stories in 
height, 2ox4U feet in dimensions, hand.some and 
attractive in exterior and interior, metropolitan in 
all its accessories and appointments, with splendid 
light, new backgrounds, and every modern appli- 
ance for the work in hand. Mr. Penfield is pre- 
pared to make all styles of photographs in the finest 
and most artistic manner, and at prices as low as 
the lowest. By tlie use of the new instantaneous 
process he is enabled to obtain portraits of chil- 
dren, groups, and other difficult subjects with ease 
and certainty, and makes also a leading specialty 
of copying old pictures. In general photographing 
he has few equals. 

Li. Hfirwoocl & Son, Pharmacists, and 
Dealers in Pure Drugs, Chemicals, Watches, Jew- 
elry, Fancy Goods, etc. — The pharmacy and jew- 
elry establishment of Messrs. L. Harwood & Son is 
one of the oldest as well as finest business houses 
in Warren. The business was founded in 1842 by 
Mr. L. Harwood, the present firm being organized 
in 1870. In 1883 the founder of the business died, 
since which time it has been conducted by Mr. F. 
L. Harwood under the old firm name. The store 
and bu.siness premises consist of the ground floor, 
b;isement, and fourth floor, each 2')x60 feet in di- 
mensions, and hnely stocked with goods in all 
branches of the trade. The store has long been 
the centre of a large and influential trade in pure 
and fresh drugs, all the standard proprietary medi- 
cines, toilet articles, perfumery, soda and mineral 
waters, the finest American and foreign watches, 
and jewelry of every description. A leading spe- 
cialty of the trade is in the compounding of phy- 
sicians' prescriptions, the long experience and thor- 
ough practical skill of the proprietor insuring 
absolute accuracy. Mr. Harwood was born in War- 
ren in 1847, is a member of the National Pharma- 
ceutical Association and of the Massachusetts 
Pharmaceutical Association. The house makes a 
specialty of Robiquet's carbolized glycerine salve, 
L. Harwood A Son's cough syrup, Robiquet's asth- 
ma cure, and Williams' catarrh cure. 

■William Combs, Furniture, Paperhangings, 
and I'ndertakers' Supplies, Shepard's Block, Main 
Street. — The headquarters in Warren for fine fur- 
niture, paperhangings, curtains, etc., is the establish- 
ment of Mr. William Combs. This gentleman is 
also the principal imdertaker and dealer in under- 
takers' sup]dies in this vicinity, and occupies 
handsome coffin and casket wareroonis on Crescent 
street. Mr. Combs established his business here in 
18o0. Although in active business for over half a 
century he is still hale, vigorous, and hearty. His 
store comprises three floors and basement, each 
40x60 feet, which are filled with a fine stock of 
furniture for both chamber, parlor, dniing-room, 
hall, library, and kitchen, in fine and medium 
grades, to suit all tastes and the means of all classes 
of buyers. As a furnishing undertaker Mr. Combs 
has had large experience, having assisted in burying 
over two thousand persons, and pos,sesses every 
facility for conducting tiie business properly and 
with the utmost consideration and care, ndiile his 
charges are invariably fnir and reasonable. Mr. 
Combs is a uative of Warren, and thoroughly ex- 
perienced in every branch of his business. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



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Johu M. Drake, Fine Groceries, Fruit, 
etc. — In Warren the house of Mr. Joliu M. Drake 

ranks among the most enterprising and popular in 
tlie grocery line. The business was established 
liere many years ago by Messrs. Brighaiu tk Drake, 
tlie present proprietor succeeding to the sole control 
in 1871. He is an extensive dealer in fine gro- 
ceries, fruits, crockery, lamps, and glassware, agri- 
cultural tools, etc., etc. He occupies large and 
commodious premises, comprising a store on the 
ground floor 2ltx40 feet, and the second floor, 40.Kt)() 
feet, for storage and warerooms. The stock of 
goods carried includes choice family groceries of 
all kinds, teas, coftee.s, spices, canned goods, sugars, 
syrujis, flour, butter, cheese, and eggs, foreign and 
domestic fruits, all of which are fresh and de- 
sirable. No house in tliis section that deals in the 
miscellaneous commodities of the grocery industry 
handles a higher standard of goods or is m(n-e 
reasonable in its prices. The line of crockery, 
lam[»s, and glassware includes every novelty known 
to the trade, while in agricultral tools the assort- 
ment comprises everytliing necessary or useful in 
or about a farm. Five clerks and salesmen are 
employed, and goods are delivered by wagon. Mr. 
Drake is a native of Holland, Mass. 

J. & I. E. Moore, Manufacturers of Moore's 
Merchants' and Bankers' Writing and Copying Ink, 
Excelsior School Ink, etc. — One of the best 
equipped establishments in Massachusetts devoted 
to the manufacture of inks and laundry bluing is 
that of Messrs. J. & I. E. Moore. This business 
was established in I808 by these gentlemen, who 
conducted it till 1878, when, on the death of Mr. 
John Moore, his son Mr. I. E. Moore, became sole 
proprietor. The factory is a spacious building, 
two stories in height, with basement 3Ux90 feet in 
dimensions, fidly equipped with every appliance 
and facility for thesuccessful prosecution of tlie busi- 
ness. Mr. Moore manufactures largely "Moore's" 
mercliants' and bankers' writing and copying ink, 
Excelsior school ink, violet writing and ebony 
black ink, and laundry bluing. The ink manufac- 
tured by this reliable house is unequaled for qual- 
ity, flows freely, and is absolutely permanent and 
iinfading. Millions of bottles are sold annually 
and the demand is constantly increasing in all 
sections of tlie United .States. Mr. Moore is con- 
stantly adding new goods and inks to his list. He 
has been an a.ssessor of Warren for two years. 

N. R. Moore, Lumber and Shingles. — The 
leading source of supply for building lumber of all 
kinds is the establishment of Mr. N. R. Moore. 
He occupies two floors, 2.5x7o feet each, as a ware- 
house for lumber and shingles, as well as large yard 
with abundance of storage capacity. Here is al- 
ways to be found a full supply of spruce, pine, hem- 
lock, and cliestnut lumber, both dressed and in the 
rough, which lie offers at the very lowest prices. He 
also keeps a large stock of shingles, fence posts, pick- 
ets, etc., which are well protected from the weather. 
Mr. Moore established himself here in I87.'j, and 
has ever since conducted the business with steadily 
increasing success. Having the best possible facili- 
ties for railroad transportation, he is at all times 
prepared to fill all orders promptly and at the low- 
est rates. He is a native of Warren, in the prime 
of life, and closely identified with the best interests 
of the commuuity. 



Warren Saving-.s Bank, Maple Street. — 
The Warren Savings Bank, which was incorporated 
in 18S'J, has gained the confidence and pat- 
ronage of a large circle of friends in this and ad- 
joining towns. From the beginning its ofiicers 
and directors have includetl many of the most 
substantial men in the comnuinity. Its ortioers for 
1886 are as follows, viz. : President, John W. Chad- 
sey; vice-presidents, W. B. Kainsdell, J. B. Lom- 
bard ; treasurer, S. E. Blair ; clerk, E. C. Sawyer ; 
trustees, J. W. Chadsev, W. B. Ramsdell, S. B. 
Richardson, S. E. Blair,"j. W. Tyler, E. F. Strick- 
land, Cutler Moore, Charles Heritage, M. K. Whip- 
ple, William A. Smith. This is purely a savings 
bank, conducted entirely in the interests of the 
people who, with small means, wish to get interest 
on their savings. There were at the time of the 
last annual statement nine hundred and eighty- 
five open accounts, and the deposits aggregated 
1S!2'J,.«I5.68. The met hods in vogue are practically 
the same as those of the great savings banks of the 
country, and the management of the affiiirs of the 
institution has been characterized by a degree of 
ability, soundness, and financial wisdom which has 
retained the esteem of all its patrons. 

Mrs. J. P. Lincoln & Miss M. L. John- 
son, Dressmaking and Millinery, over Boston 
Store, Maple Street. — The millinery and dress- 
making establishment of Mrs. J. F. Lincoln and 
Miss M. L. Johnson is one of the most deservedly 
popular shopjiing places in W.-irren. The business 
was inaugurated by (liese ladies here September 
11th, 18S5, and is a favorite source of supply for 
artistic millirie.rv merchandise, including fine 
French flowers, ostrich plumes and tips, rich rib- 
bons and laces, hats, bonnets, straw and silk goods, 
and ornaments of the most desirable pattern, also 
for stamping embroidery and for Taylor's popular 
system of dress-cutting. The store is large and 
commodious and is noted for the taste displayed in 
the arrangement of goods. In prices, as well as in 
quality and styles of goods, they successfully com- 
pete with any house in this line in this section, and 
the large and inlluential patronage which they 
enjoy is a deserved tribute to the enterprise and 
cultivated taste of these ladies. They employ only 
the best assistants and can assure their patrons 
prompt fultillment of every order and first-class 
work in all cases. 

J. W. Hastings, M. D., Druggist and 
Apothecary. — A prominent house engaged in the 
drug trade is that of Mr. J. W. Ha,stiiigs, M. D., 
which was established in 18(!8 by Dr. Hastings. 
His stock of goods is one of the largest and finest in 
this line in town, and comprises the purest and 
freshest drugs, all the standard proprietary medi- 
cines, and a fine assortment of toilet nrticles and 
fancy goods. Dr. Hastings has had ajargeand ac- 
tive experience as a pharmacist and also as a physi- 
cian, and none can realize more fully than he the 
responsibility resting upon him while engaged in 
preparing prescriptions. For that purpose he has 
the best drugs in the market, and the laboratory 
and prescription department is under his own per- 
sonal supervision. Dr. Hastings is a native of 
Berkshire county, Ma.ss., but has resided here since 
1858. He served during the war as assistant sur- 
geon of the Twenty-first, and afterward as surgeon 
of the Thirty-third Massachusetts Regiments. 



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TOWN OF WARREN. 



SayleS & Jeilks, Manufacturers of Fancy 
Cassimerea. — Messrs. Way les & J enks are extensive 
manufacture rs of fancy eassiraeres, anil have achieved 
a national reputation for the superior excellence of 
their output. The business wa.s founded in 1875 
by Messrs. Sayles, Owen & Brownell, as suc- 
cessors to Mr. S. H. .Sibley, who had previously 
consolidated the two manufactories of Knowles &, 
Sibley and Ellis Is, Co. In 18SU the iirm was 
changed to Sayles, Owen & Co., Mr. W. A. Jenks 
being a member, and in January, 188-5, the present 
tirm was organized, who have since conducted the 
business with increased facilities and success. The 
manufacturing plant comprises a nine-set mill, built 
of brick, Hve stories high, 114x.J2 feet in dimen- 
sions, with an L on the east side, three stories 
high, t56x36 feet, for casing, weaving, spinning, and 
pattern-room, also an L for dressing and picking 
on the west end, three stories, 3.jx40 feet ; a dye- 
house, 5S.x30 feet; a wool-room, three stories high, 
71x87 feet, for storing and sorting wool ; a dry- 
house, 97x31 feet, and boiler-house, 26x36 feet. 
The machinery and mechanical appliances, with 
which the mill is thoroughly equipped, are ope- 
rated by water-power with steam auxiliary, and 
include twenty-si.x looms, three thousand eight 
hundred spindles, besides fourteen looms and two 
jacks in the casing-room. The operations of the 
factory are confined exclusively to the manufacture 
of fancy cassimeres and suitings, and con.stant em- 
ployment is given to from one huntlred and seventy- 
iive to two hundred hands. The goods made by 
this firm are celebrated for their superior quality 
and fine finish, and are sold throughout the United 
States. The reputation of this firm for commercial 
honor is too widely known and firmly established 
to need comment at our hands. The members of 
the firm are A. L. Sayles and W. A. Jenks, the 
latter being sole manager. 

Mrs. C A. Metcalf, Choice Confectionery, 
Tobaccos and Cigars, Stationery, Artists' Supplies, 
etc.. Main Street. — Perhaps the most frequented busi- 
ness establishment in Warren is that of Mrs. C. A. 
Metcalf. It is the general news depot of the town, 
and a favorite headquarters for choice confection- 
ery, tobacco and cigars, stationery, artists' supplies, 
toys, fancy articles, and holiday goods of every de- 
scription. The business was founded many years ago 
by Mr. Samuel Robbins, and was conducted by Mr. E. 
C. Morgan for some eighteen years previous to June, 
1885, when he was succeeded by Mr. C. A. Metcalf, 
who died in October of the same year, since which 
time Mrs. Metcalf has prosecuted the business in a 
very successful manner. It is one of the largest and 
handsomest stores on the street, well-appointed and 
finely stocked. The large and varied assortment 
has been carefully selected, especially that relating 
to holiday goods, Christmas and New Year's pres- 
ents, for both old and young, in which branch this 
store is unsurpassed. The list of novelties in toys 
and games is worthy of notice at this season, and is 
liberally patronized. 

S. Wetherbee & Son, Keady-Made Cloth- 
ing, Hats, C'aps, Gents' Furnishing Goods, etc. — 
Few mercantile houses in Warren are better known 
or more liighly respected than that of Messrs. S. 
AVetherbee i*i Son, the clothing merchants, which 
was founded here twenty-six years ago by Messrs. 
S. & J. Wetherbee, the present firm succeeding to 



the business in 187G. They are widely and favor- 
ably known as extensive dealers in ready-made 
clothing, hats, caps, gents' furnishing goods, hard- 
ware, paints, paperhangings, trunks and valises, 
shoe kils, cutlery, etc., and carry a well-selected 
stock of goods in every branch of the trade. Tlie 
diversity of the stock is such as to please all classes 
of customers. The line of ready-made clothing 
commends itself to all who inspect its quality, and 
comprises well-made and stylish garments for both 
men's and boys' wear. In hardware the stock em- 
braces everything in that line needed by the house- 
keeper, the mechanic, the builder, and the farmer, 
and every line is well stocked with goods at the 
lowest possible prices. The members of the firm 
are Messrs. S. and E. F. Wetherbee. 

Edward Fairbanks, Choice Groceries, Dry 
Goods, Carpets, Boots, and Shoes. — Mr. Edward 
Fairbanks is widely known as an extensive dealer 
in dry goods, choice groceries, carpets, and boots 
and shoes. In these four important departments of 
trade Mr. Fairbanks presents claims to public 
patronage that cannot be surpassed by any of his 
contemporaries. He occupies a fine, large store, 
:iSxl08 feet in dimensions, and a storehouse con- 
taining two Uoors, 24x30 feet each. In dress goods 
the assortment includes all the latest styles and 
patterns in both domestic and foreign productions, 
and of every texture and material known to tlie 
trade. The line of carpets comprises the products 
of the best looms of America and Europe, and is 
sold at prices wliich are safe from successful compe- 
tition. The stock of fine family groceries is large 
and carefully selected, embracing the finest teas, 
the purest coffees and spices, the leading brands of 
Hour, and canned goods in great variety. The boot 
and shoe department displays a fine stock of foot- 
wear for men, women, and children, of all styles, 
grades, and sizes, in sufficient variety to suit the 
tastes and means of all, and received direct from 
the best and most reliable manufacturers in the 
State. vSi.x clerks and salesmen are employed. 
Mr. Fairbanks is a native of Massachusetts, and es- 
tablished his business here in 1860. 

Tyler & Tovvne, Groceries, Provisions, 

Crockery, Boots and Shoes, Main Street. — Messrs. 
Tyler & 'Towne are extensive dealers in groceries, 
provisions, crockery, boots, and shoes. The busi- 
ness was established in 1872 by Mr. J. W. Tyler, 
and after some changes the present firm w.as organ- 
ized in 1883. They occupy two stores connected, 
for meat market and grocery store, covering an 
area of 40x60 feet. Even the most casual observer 
cannot fail to be impressed with the quantity, 
quality, freshness, and variety of the stock carried 
here. Tlie arrangements adopted for the perfect 
preservation of perishable articles insure to pur- 
chasers invariable purity and freshness in the 
goods, and are effective in securing a large and per- 
manent patronage. The stock comprises meats of 
all kinds, fine family groceries, teas, coffees, spices, 
flour, butter, cheese and eggs, early vegetables, 
fruits, cigars, tobacco, and confectionery. Six 
clerks and two delivery teams are employed. The 
members of the firm are Jlessrs. .1. W. Tyler and 
.Stewart H. G. Towne, both of large experience in 
the business. Prompt, efiicient, and obliging in 
all their dealings, they are amply deserving of the 
prosperity that has attended their efibrts. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



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P. H. Moore, Boots and Shoes and Fine 
Groceries. — Mr. Moore established himself here 
three years ago, and has become well and favorably 
known as an extensive dealer in boots and shoes 
and line groceries. His store is large and commo- 
dious, and well stocked. The line of boots, shoes, 
and rubbers here displayed embraces all the vari- 
ous styles, grades, and sizes, suiiable for men, women, 
and children, and at prices to suit the means of all. 



The stock is received direct from the best manu- 
facturers in the State. The assortment of line family 
groceries is one of the best in town, and includes 
the finest teas, tlie purest coffees and spices, the 
leading brands of flour, and sugars, canned goods, 
and everything pertaining to the staple grocery 
trade. The store is well patronized by citizens of 
the town and surrounding country, the varied jtock 
meeting all demands. 



TOWN OF WESTBORO. 



This thriving manufacturing town is on the line of the Boston and Albany railroad, twelve miles east 
of the city of Worcester. Formerly a part of Marlboro, it was separated from it and incorporated in 
1877. 

Its early history is very similar to that of other towns in this part of the State, and contains many 
features of local interest and importance. 

The town presents a fine appearance, its well-kept streets being overhung by fine frees and flanked 
l)y substantial business houses and private residences that indicate the excellent material and social 
condition of its people. 

The educational and religious advantages aflwrded are exceptionally good, the schoolhouses are 
modern in build and equipment, and several of the church societies have very attractive edifices. 

The State Keform School for boys occupies an elevated site, overlooking Chauncy Pond and com- 
manding pleasant views. The buildings are ample in size, convenient in arrangement, and the institu- 
tion is prudently managed. 

Among other noticeable features of a public character are the Town Hall and the handsome marble 
monument in memory of the Westboro soldiers who sacrificed themselves in the late war for the preser- 
vation of the integrity of the Union. 

Westboro has two banks — the First National, organized in 1864, and a Savings Institution, a public 
library, a young men's debating society, the Reform Club, Village Improvement Society, and a branch 
of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union are prominent instrumentalities in the promotion of the 
welfare of the town. 

Westboro is renowned as the birthplace of Eli Whitney, inventor of the cotton gin, and of Hon. 
Horace Maynard, " of Tennessee." 

The manufactures of this town comprise, among many other things, boots and shoes, carriages 
wagons, and sleighs, and straw goods. 

Northboro. 

This beautiful and thriving town is situated on the eastern boundary of Worcester county, thirty- 
two miles west from Boston by the Bo-ston and Albany and the Fitchburg railroads. 

It was incorporated in 1766. The first settler was John Bingham, who built a saw-mill in 1672 
which he operated until driven away by the Indians. The first school, opened in 1772, was a private 
one. In 1826 the first School Committee was elected. There are now at the Centre a high and a gram- 
mar school presided over by excellent teachers and having a good attendance. The annual appro- 
priation for school purposes is about $5,000. 

The first church building was erected in 17.56. In addition to the society that constructed this 
there are the Baptist and the Evangelical organizations. 

Among the public buildings the Town Hall is prominent. It is a fine, substantial structure, con- 
veniently arranged and appointed. 

The free public library was opened in 1867, the people are proud of it, and evince their pride and 
appreciation by giving it a liberal patronage. 

Northboro is distinguished as tlie birthplace of John Davis, a celebrated and conspicuous lawyer 
of his day. He served us a member of Congress and was also governor of Massachusetts. 



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J. T. Pay & Co., Manufacturers Rubber. 
— This business was inaugurated fifteen years ago 
by Mr. Slreeter, and for two years the industry lias 
been successfully carried on by Messrs. J. T. Fay 
& Co. The premises occupied comprise a large 
two-story building, 40.x;125 feet in dimensions, to 
•which tiiey are building an addition, -IO.kSO feet in 
dimensions, the increasing demand for the firm's 
product necessitating greater facilities for their 
work. The most valuable improved macliinery and 
appliances are used, operated by steam, and a force 
of thirty-five employees are constantly at work in 
the establishment. Messrs. Fay & Co. are now 
putting in the necessary machinery to utilize their 
valuable water power, and, when completcil, steam 
will be used as auxiliary during the low sl;iges of 
water. Messrs. Fay dfc Co.'s operations are confined 
to reclaiming, grinding, and devulcanizing old 
rubber, and preparing it for use a second time, and 
in creating a good market liere for old rubber goods 
and producing from this almost worthless matter 
a valuable article of commerce, the firm are accom- 
plishing a great and beneficent work. The pro- 
duct of this factory is standard, and both in quality 
and prices the firm successfully compete with any 
establishment in the countrv. ^Messrs. J. T. and 
Louis E. Fay and Fred. S. Eice, comprise this 
reliable firm. They are all natives of Worcester 
county. 

A. W. Colblirn & Co., Manufacturers of 
Violin, Guitar, and Banjo Pegs, Piano and Organ 
Sharps, etc. — This enterprise, one of Northboro's 
leading, representative industries, was inaugurated in 
1880 by Messrs. Brooks & Colburu, the firm, as at 
present constituted, succeeding to the business in 
January, 1884. Thepremisesconsist of a large two- 
story building, where twenty skilled workmen find 
employment, and the machinery, with which the 
establishment is thoroughly equipped, is operated 
by steam power. Messrs. Colburn & Co. are among 
the leading manufacturers of piano and organ 
sharps in the United States, and are tlie only firm 
in this country who manufacture violin, guitar, and 
banjo pegs. Their work is made in boxwood, 
cocoa wood, cocoa bole, rosewood, black walnut, 
and other hard woods, and for quality and excel- 
lence is unsurpassed by any goods in the market. 
Messrs. Colburn & Co! ma'nufacture guitar bridge 
pins, violin end pins, bones, violin finger boards, 
guitar and banjo bridges, etc., and their trade ex- 
tends to all parts of the country. Messrs. A. W. 
& G. F. Colburn are the Individual members of the 
firm. 

Whitaker & Proctor, Manufacturers of 
Fine Tortoise Shell and Horn Goods, Buffalo, Raw 
Horn, Shell, Ball, and Pearl Inlaid Buttons.— The 
firm of Yates, Whitaker & Kaighn founded this 
enterprise in September, 187fi, and, after several 
changes, in 1880 Messrs. Whitaker A Proctor 
became proprielors, and have since conducted their 
imporlani work with marked success. The firm 
occujiy a large tliree-story building, SSxfi.'i feet in 
dimensions, admirably equipped with steam as the 
motive power. They employ forty operatives in 
the manufacture of the finest tortoise shell and horn 
grade, including the latest novelties in ball, and 



other styles in buttons, combs, jewelry, charms, 
chains, etc., and for the originality, beauty of 
designs, perfect workmanshiji, and general excel- 
lence of their manufactu]'cs, Messrs. Wliitaker it 
Proctor are surpassed by none and equaled by few 
of their craft in the country. The ek'gant and 
fashionable ball buttons, and ])carl inlaid work of 
the firm is a special feature of their business, and 
there are few houses in the country more zealous of 
maintaining the high reputation of their goods, 
both as to artistic styles and general excellence. 
Messrs. Whitaker & Proctor supjily the trade with 
their goods at lowest possible margin above cost of 
manufacture, and tlie demand for their work is 
steadily increasing and extending to all parts of 
the country. Messrs. N. C. Whitaker and J. Proc- 
tor are the individual members of this enterprising 
firm. 

Wllitney House, C. Whitney, Proprietor, 
West Main Street. — The " Whitney " is a first-class 
house in every respect. It is provided liberally 
with all the modern hotel comforts and con- 
veniences, and has fifty comfortable sleeping-apart- 
ments, bathrooms with hot and cold water, a fine 
billiard-room, neat business office, reading and 
writing room for gentlemen, a fine ladies' jxirlor, 
and electric bells connect all the rooms with tlie 
office, and guests are given the most satisfactory 
attendance. The table is unsurpassed, being always 
liberally supplied with the finest cooked dishesand 
all seasonable luxuries. The rates charged are but 
two dollars per day, and travelers, especially com- 
mercial men, find this a very superior stoiqiing- 
place. Guests are conveyed to and from the depots 
free of charge. This creditable establishment was 
first opened in ]S8'2 by Ira L. Reed, who was suc- 
ceeded by Mr. II. L. Chase. A few months ago 
Mr. C. Whitney, the present manager, assumed the 
control and is greatly augmenting its popularity. 
The hotel is a very attractive and popular resort 
during the summer season, and is filled with guests 
from the cities during the heated term. 

George E. Fitch & Co., Chicago Dressed 

Beef, Pork, and Sausage, No. IG South Street, 
Branch Establishments in South Framingham and 
Marlboro. — A wholesale dealer in meat in this 
town, one whose supplies can always be relied upon 
to be of the best quality, is Mr. George E. Fitch, 
proprietor of the business carried on under the firm 
style of tieorge E. Fitch & Co. Mr. Fitch was born 
in Westboro, and established his business here in 
1883. His trade has since grown to large pro- 
portions. He occupies the store at No. lli South 
street, which has a frontage of 25 feet and depth of 
.'iO feet, and has a branch establishment at South 
Framingham. The store contains a very large 
refrigerator, which can hold forty tons of ice and 
twenty dressed cattle. Mr. Fitch is agent for the 
celebrated Armour Company, of (_'liicago, and is in 
constant receipt of fresh supplies of Chicago dressed 
beef He keeps a full supply of pork and sausage 
and meats of all kinds, and has the best and very 
freshest of goods. Seven hands assist him in 
handling his trade. Mr. Fitch deals fairly with all 
who patronize him. 



TOWN OF MILFORD. 



This town is notably one of the most energetic and progressive communities in Worcester county. 
Formerly a part of Mendon it was designated as its East Parish. To the Indians it was known as 
Wopowage, and was called Mill Kiver by the whites. The northern part, bought of the Indians, is still 
known as " North Purchase." 

Eighteen miles southeast from the city of Worcester, Milford occupies a favorable site on Charles 
river, and takes its present name from Mill river, which runs through Hopedale, one of its postal vil- 
lages. These two streams furnish extensive water-power, which is not permitted to go to waste, though 
many years elapsed after the settlement of the town before it was put to any considerable employment. 
The town is plentifully watered throughout its whole extent, the surface is undulating, and the soil 
strong and productive. 

Three villages are comprised in the town — Milford, South Milford, and Hopedale. It was in the 
latter place that a fr.iternal community was attempted, and carried on for awhile, in the year 1840. It 
is conspicuous for its many beautiful residences. 

Situated on a branch of the Boston and Albany railroad, and the railroad from Ashland to Woon- 
socket, R. I., the transportation facilities of this place are ample, whether for passenger travel or freight 
traffic. 

Milford is a handsome town, as well as a busy one, is beautifully laid out, and its people take a deal 
of pride in keeping it in presentable and excellent condition. 

Its free schools, of which there are a score, and its schoolhouses are of <a high order. Its religious 
organizations and church buildings will compare favorably with those of many larger towns, and the 
patronage accorded an excellent public library is a characteristic feature. 

The Town Hall and other public buildings are architectually noticeable. Two banks furnish 
financial accommodations to business men and others. Two or three ably conducted papers disseminate 
the news of the day, and its " God's Acre," Pine Grove Cemetery, is a tastefully planned spot. 

Milford is essentially a manufacturing town, and has fairly earned its title to that designation. The 
major portion of its population of eleven thousand persons has been built up and is sustained by its manu- 
facturing industries. Of these the making of boots and shoes is the principal one, there being some 
thirty establishments, provided with machinery of the most improved description. The capital invested 
in this industry alone touches $1,000,000. Furniture, iron castings, boot and shoe nails, straw goods, 
clothing, leather belting, spindles, and spinning rings are also prominent articles of manufacture. 

This town is the birthplace of Alexander iScammell, a gallant officer of the Kevolution, adjutant- 
general of the army at Yorktown, where he was fatally wounded in 1781. Here was born, too, William 
Clatlin, governor of Massachusetts and member of (Jongress. 

H. A. Greeley, Apothecary, No. 182 Main j Cyrus Noyes, Dealer in Doors, Sash, and 
Street. — A prominent house engaged in the drug Blinds, Paints, Oils, Window filass, Putty, also 
trade is that of Mr. H. A. Greeley, who has been i f'ainting, Graining, Paperhanging, etc., corner 
established in the business here since 1883, and has ' Main and Court Streets. — This gentleman, though 



gained an excellent standing as an apothecary, an(i 
built up a large and steadily increasing trade. His 
store is pleasantly located, is 20x.50 feet in size, and 
very handsomely appointed. It has long been the 
centre of an extensive trade in jiure drugs, standard 
medicines, toilet articles, perfumery, soda and min- 
eral waters, etc., and ofl'ers unsurpassed induce- 
ments to its customers, both as regards excellence 
of stock and economy of prices. Special attention 
is' given to the compounding of physicians' prescrip- 
tions, and for that purpose the purest and freshest 



a native of Vermont, is an old settler in tliis town. 
He established himself in business here about 
thirty years ago, and has ever since been conduct- 
ing a steady, successful trade. His store and 
workshop covers an area of 40x20 feet. Here he 
is carrying on an extensive business as a dealer in 
doors, sashes, blinds, paints, oils, window glass, 
putty, and paperhangings of every description. 
Giving employment to six experienced workmen, 
he pays particular attention to all orders fiu- paint- 
ing, glazing, and paperhanging, executing all 



drugs in the market are used. .Absolute accuracy j branches of the business in the most workmanlike 
and complete satisfaction are guaranteed. A corps i and satisfactory manner. Graining and imitations 
of clerks are in attendance. Mr. (ireeley is a of woods are also performed in artistic slyle by 
native of New Hampshire, and has achieved an en- him. Mr. Noyes has a trade extending to all parts 
viable reputation in this community for reliability of Milford and its vicinity. He is a promineni 
and integrity. I member of the F. A. M. Lodge. 

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The Milford. Mutual Fire Insurance 
Coilll>aiiy, George L. Cooke, President. — The 
Milford Mutual Kire Insurance Company was 
incorporated in 1851, and immediately entered 
upon a career of usefulness wliich has been 
continued until to-day with increasing jh-os- 
perity. The chief executive ofHcers of the 
company are as follows, viz.: President, Geo. L. 
Cooke; treasurer, J. P. Daniels; secretary, Ctco. 
G. Parker. These officers are assisted by a board 
of directors, consisting of the following gentlemen: 
Geo. L. Cooke, B. K. Harris, I. N. Davis, E. Maun, 
J. Wilmarth, S. Mathewson, L. H. Cook, J. P. 
Daniels, Geo. Beatty, J. H. Barker, G. G. Parker, 
Albert Wood, 11. L. Patrick, J. AVhittemore, and 
T. B. Bailey. The affairs of the company are most 
zealously guarded by its officers, who have made a 
record which has gained the confidence of all with 
whom they have had business relations. Conserva- 
tism rather than ha.ste, carefulness rather than im- 
pulsiveness, final profit rather than present volume 
of business, have been the leading mottoes of their 
insurance creed. The business transacted is dis- 
tributed throughout the State of Massachusetts 
principally, insurance being written upon dwel- 
lings, furniture, barns, and farm property at the 
■ lowest rates. It also includes all damage by light- 
ning in all risks. Its low rates on policies wlien 
insured, and its large dividends at expiration — fifty 
per cent, on five years, and twenty-five per cent, on 
others — combined with the fact that it has made no 
assessments on its policy-holders since its organi- 
zation, has met all its liabilities jiromptly and hon- 
orably, and has never resisted claims by litigation 
but in a single instance, serve to commend the 
company unreservedly to the confidence and patron- 
age of the public. The company has at present 
about one million dollars at risk, and is now writing 
on the best class of dwelling-houses and their con- 
tents at the rate of one per cent, for five years. 

Simonds & Adams, Foreign and Domestic 
Dry Goods and Small Wares, No. 11- Main Street. — 
The popular dry goods emporium of Messrs. 
Simonds A Adams was first established in Jlilford 
in 1868, the founders being Messrs. Simonds & 
Knowlton, who were succeeded by the present 
firm in 1874. The store is very eligibly situated 
and is 22x90 feet in size, and is admirably ar- 
ranged with modern conveniences, including a 
money railway and other appointments for facili- 
tating the transaction of its large business. Here 
is gathered an extensive stock of dry goods and 
small wares, embracing dress goods in silk, satin, 
velvet, woolen, cotton, etc., in all the latest patterns 
and designs, gloves, hosiery, ribbons, laces, em- 
broideries, handkerchiefs, linen goods, cotton fabrics, 
white goods, housekeeping goods, dress trimmings, 
underwear, and notions of various kinds too 
numerous to mention here. The store is eminently 
popular and the business transacted is not only 
large in volume, but is conducted in such a manner 
as to make every customer a permanent patron. 
With close and careful buying from importers and 
manufacturers and being ever on the alert for the 
latest and most desirable novelties, the facilities of 
this house for pleasing its customers are not sur- 
passed by an}' of its contemporaries. The mem- 
bers of the firm are Messrs. E. P. Simonds and E. 
T. Adams, the former a Vermonter by birth, the 
atter a native of Milford. 



W. H. Bourne & Co., I>ry and Fancy 
Goods, Dress Trimmings, etc., No. 10(j Main Street. 
— This establishment is one of the most popular 
resorts in the "shopping district" of the town, and 
its popularity has been won l.iy honorable and enter- 
prising business methods. The house was founded 
some years ago by Mr. A. A. Colburn, and has been 
in possession of the present firm since April, 1884. 
The store is 20x(;0 feet in dimensions and admira- 
bly arranged. The stock comprises every descrip- 
tion of dry goods of both foreign and domestic 
manufacture, embracing hosiery, gloves, corsets, 
ribbons, cottons, and white goods of all kinds, and 
a spei'ialty is made of dress trimmings. The assort- 
ment of these goods, and other articles too numerous 
to mention, is large and comprehensive, and com- 
prises everything usually looked for in a representa- 
tive dry goods establisliment. The stock is kept 
lip to a very liigh standard of excellence, and new 
goods and late styles are continually arriving from 
the most reliable and fashionai)le sources of sup])ly. 
The prices which rule are fair and equitable, and 
the patronage is large and iuUuential in Milford 
and its surrounding country. Jlr. Bourne, the 
active member of the firm, is a Massachusetts man, 
born and bred. 

J. Allen Rice, Druggist, No. 116 Main 
Street. — A reference to the drug trade of ililford 
suggests at once the house of Mr. J. Allen Bice, 
whicli was founded in 1846 by Mr. E. L. Hilliard, 
who was succeeded in 18.54 by Mr. L. J. Wilson, 
who conducted the business until the accession of 
the present proprietor in 1870. The store is one of 
the most attractive in town, 2.5x60 feet in dimen- 
sions, while the stock carried embraces a great vari- 
ety of drugs and chemicals for various uses, as well 
as a complete assortment of family medicines, tinc- 
tures, extracts, toilet goods and perfumes, whUe 
specialties are made of the sale of Williams' lini- 
ment and Dr. Flatley's cough syrup. A specialty 
is also made of the compounding of pihysicians' 
prescriptions and family recipes, every care and 
accuracy being exercised, and only the purest and 
freshest drugs being employed. The house com- 
mands a first-class and inlluential jiatronage. Em- 
ployment is given to two clerks. Prices are placed 
at the lowest figure, and promjit attention accorded 
to every patron. Mr. Rice is a Massachusetts maa 
by birth, and an accomplished pharmacist. 

G. W. Stacy, Books and Stationery, No. 86 
Main Street. — The leading book and stationery 
store in Milford, as well as the oldest, is that of 
Mr. (i. W. Stacy. Mr. Stacy established himself 
here in 1830 as a printer and publisher, and is a 
good practical printer. In 1846 he embarked in 
the book and stationery trade. Being a literary 
connoisseur and a gentleman of liberal education, he 
was successful in catering to the tastes of the public 
in that direction. He occupies a commodious .store 
20x60 feet in size, and carries a fine and well-se- 
lected stock of liter.ature, including many of the 
standard works of English and American authors, 
and a line of fine .stationery, albums, holiday goods, 
etc., all of which are patronized by the general 
jjublic. His trade is large and influential tlirough- 
out Milford and the surrounding towns. Mr. Stacy, 
although in his seventy-seventh year, is still hale, 
hearty, and vigorous. 



TOWN OF LEOMINSTER, 



One of the pleasq^test towns in this section, Leominster, is situated in the northeastern part of 
"Worcester county, on the line of the Old Colony railroad four miles southeast from Fitchburg ; it is 
twenty miles north from Worcester and fifty-three miles northwest from Boston via the Boston and 
Fitchburg railway. It was erected into a town in 1740, and was set off from Lancaster. The first 
houses here were built by Gershon Houghton and James Boutell in 172.5. Eev. John Rogers was the 
first minister to be ordained, in 1743. 

The town comprised Leominster and North Leominster. Through the former runs the Old Colony 
railroad, and through the latter the Fitcliburg and the Hoosac Tunnel lines, giving the town superior 
transportation facilities in every direction. 

Excellent hydraulic force is furnished by the Nashua river, Baker's brook, and several smaller 
streams. The surface of the township is, for the most part, regular, a dozen hills individualiziug tliem- 
selves here and there. Of these North and Soutlv Monoosnock are the principal ones, the latter lifting 
its liead ten hundred and twenty feet above tidewater, and ribbed with granite of a superior quality. 
The southerly section of the town is rugged, and, taken as a whole, Leominster is agriculturally strong 
and productive, especially in grass and the hardier fruits. 

Monument square is located in the heart of the business portion of Leominster, and from this 
inclosure rises the granite shaft that commemorates the valor of the soldiers that went hence into the late 
war. This square is also the converging point of tlie five principal streets, ]\Iain, West, Pleasant, 
Central, and Mechanic. Contiguous to it is that distinctive feature of all New England villages, the 
"Common," and clustered about the hatter and the square are the Town Hall, several churches, and the 
representative business establishments of the town. 

Public schools abound in Leominster, and are of the best. General interest in education has always 
heen a marked characteristic of our people, the result of which is observable in a high average of in- 
telligence. Tlie legal division into school districts common to the State of Massachusetts has never 
been adopted in this town, but this fact has by no means interfered with the systematic instruction and 
education of our children. The schools are numbered from one to eighteen, and, exclusive of the High 
School, comprise grammar, intermediate, primary, and ungraded schools. A conscientious and efficient 
system is pursued, whose results are every way comparable with those achieved under the district 
method. 

The public library is exceptionally large, when the number of the population is considered, cna- 
taining, as it does, more than ten thousand volumes. Excellent apartments in the Town Hall are 
devoted to it. The privileges of the library are free to all. The reading-room is well supplied with the 
current newspapers and periodicals, and not the least interesting and creditable feature of the institution 
is the museum. 

Leominster people are a church-going community, as is fully evidenced by the number of religious 
societies here and the manner in which they are supported. Following is the list : Central Baptist, 
First Congregational (Unitarian), Methodist Episcopal, Orthodox Congregational, St. Leo's (Roman 
Catholic), and the Congregational, the latter at North Leominster. 

A national bank, with a capital of ?1.'JO,000, a savings institution, with a liberal list of depositors, 
and a generously maintained weekly news|)aper are important adjuncts that should not be forgotten. 

The humane and social qualities of our people find expression in the operation of several societies 
and associations. Freemasonry and Oddfellowship, Knights of Honor, and American Order of United 
Workmen, the vSons of Temperance, and tlie Hibernians are severally represented by lodges, the 
Women's Christian Temperance Union and the Ladies' Auxiliary Society are prominent among the 
organizations successfully carried on by women, while the veterans of tlie Grand Arrav of tlie Republic 
have their post. Besides these there are several smaller societies whose work is equally honorable 
and useful in its results. 

The town is well lighted, and the supply of water is abundant and the quality good. The water- 
works have been in operation since 1S7.S. Morse brook, a mile and a half from the business centre, 
is the source of supply. The storage capacity of the reservoir is one hundred and fifty millions of 
gallons, the pressure seventy-nine pounds to the square inch; fire hydrants are located in every part of 
the town, and water is distributed through some nineteen mUes of pipe, the service being thoroughly 
efficient and satisfactory. 

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We have already referred to the agricultural resources of Leominster, but its manufactures are 
even more noticeable and notable. IMore tlian a quarter of a century ago they were very considerable, 
and during tliat period their extent and value have very materially appreciated. 

The beginning of manufactures dates back more than one hundred years, since we find that the- 
making of horn combs was inaugurated in 1775. This industry, in conjunction with the manufacture 
of jewelry and a great variety of fancy goods from liorn, lias done more than any other to bring about 
the present condition of Leominster as a business centre. The toy factory located here is said to be 
the largest in the world, and that for the manufacture of children's carriages enjoys a similar distinc- 
tion in its line. Paper and furniture, linen and woolens, leather board and piano cases, are also exten- 
sively produced, together with sliirts and machinery. 

Leominster is still growing, new buildings are going up all the time and are occupied as soon as 
completed, manufacturers and merchants are continually extending their resources, and it would be 
impossible to find a community of six thousand persons more really contented, prosperous, and hopeful. 



Edward M. Rockwell, Manufacturer of 
Fancy Cassiraercs, Silk Mixed, and Wool Suitings. 
— The concern of which 1\L-. Edward !M. Kockwell 
is the head is one of the most extensive and im- 
portant in Leominster, and occupies a leading posi- 
tion in its particular line. The business was in- 
augurated in 1877, and has attained a high degree 
of prosperity. The principal mill is located on 
Pond street, occupying a fonr-story brick building 
50x100 feet in area, which is equipped with a full 
complement of the finest machinery and devices, 
the outfit including in part nine sets of cards, 
thirty-five hundred sjiindles, and thirty-four broad 
looms. The range of production embraces worsteds 
and fancy cassimeres, silk mixed, and wool suitings. 
A force of one hundred and thirty hands is given 
constant employment, an average of eight hundred 
yards being turned out daily. The washing and 
removal of the animal oil are thorough, and the 
spinning is carefully adjusted to the nature of the 
wool and the quality or grade into which it is to 
be brought. The reputation of the cassimeres and 
worsteds made at these mills is of the highest 
character. They are unsurpassed in the compact- 
ness of the fabric, in the shortness of the nap, in 
the smoothness of finish, and in that remarkable 
quality of the best English goods, the freshness of 
their ap[)earance after months of constant wear. 
The trade of the establishment is confined to no 
particular territory, orders being received from all 
parts of the Union. The superior merits of the 
cloth have created a heavy demand not only from 
the dealers throughout the country, but also a local 
demand for ends and reumants, which are sold at 
the mill. Mr. Rockwell is a native of Massachu- 
setts, a prominent and representative man. 

E. F. Pierce, Furniture, Bedding, and Car- 
pets, Nos. 6 and 8 Monoosnock Block, Monument 
Sqviare. — This house, which bears the marks of en- 
terprise and judicious management, was established 
in 1885, and, although not so old as some others, it 
has become a favorite resort for those who desire 
first-class furniture, bedding, and carpets at the 
most moderate prices. The premises occupied are 
very spacious and admirably arranged, and contain 
an extensive stcjck of parlor, library, reception, 
dining-room and bed-room furniture, also domes- 
tic carpets of the very latest and most fashion- 
able designs from the best domestic looms, bed- 
ding of every description, etc. The great 
feature of this establishment lies in the fact that 
any of these goods, which are all of a superior 



quality, may be had here at lower prices either for 
cash or on in.stallment jilan than are asked else- 
where for inferior goods. Mr. Pierce was born in 
Arlington, Mass. 

Railey & Biirrage (Successors to E. R. 
Knapp), Dealers in Stoves, Ranges, Furnaces, 
Monument Square. — Prominent among the busi- 
ness firms of the town, and the most extensive in 
its particular line, is that of Messrs. Railey & 
liurrage. The liouse has had along career of use- 
fulness, having been founded as far back as 1858, 
by E. R. Knapp. Messrs. J. J. Railey and H. E. 
Burrage formed the present copartnership and as- 
sumed control and ownership January 1st, 1885. 
The store is 25x50 feet in dimensions, conveniently 
arranged for the exhiliition and inspection of goods, 
and provided with all facilities calculated to bear 
favorably upon the conduct of the business. The 
firm deal largely in stoves, ranges, furnaces, and 
general kitchen furnishings, carrying a very com- 
jilete stock, and prosecuting a heavy and growing 
trade. The display is very attractive, and the va- 
riety, extent, and quality of the goods shown ac- 
count fully for the popularity and prosperous con- 
dition of the concern. Messrs. Railey & Burrage 
have eflected most advantageous arrangements for 
the purchase of supplies, such, indeed, as justify 
them in offering very strong inducements to cus- 
tomers in the matter of prices. The establishment 
is one of the most progressive and responsible 
mentioned in these pages. Jobbing of all kinds is 
promptly attended to, and tin roofing is thoroughly 
and artistically done. 

A. M. Policy & Son, Boots, Shoes and 
Rubbers, No. 4 Monoosnock Block. — One of the 
oldest and most successful concerns in this line of 
trade is that of Messrs. A. M. Polley & Son. The 
business was founded in 184S by Mr. A. N. Polley, 
who afterward associated with him Mr. F. W. 
I'olley, his son, who has since succeeded to the 
entire proprietorship. Mr. F.W. I'olley is a native 
of Leoinin.ster. With the assistance of a compe- 
tent clerk he is conducting an excellent trade 
which is constantly increasing in proportions. His 
finely furnished store is 40x25 feet in dimensions, 
and is filled with a large, superior stock of boots, 
shoes, and rubbers, for men's, women's, and child- 
ren's wear. The goods are the best in the market, 
and are purcluised direct from the most reliable 
manufacturing centres. The prices are as low as 
could be desired. 



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A. W. Williams (Successor to Joslin & I success, the trade being exceedingly heavy. The 
Williams), Manufacturer of Imitation Jet, Kubber, premises occupied comprise a lumber yard 100x300 
and Shell Jewelry, Combs, and Novelties. — Promi- feet in dimensions and a commodious two and 
uent among the flourishing establishments in Leo- three story structure used as a saw and planing 
minster is the widely known concern of JSIr. A. W. 'mill, supplied by a one-hundred-horse power engine 




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Williams, the salesroom of which is under the capa- 
ble and efficient management of Jlr. E. B. Kingman, 
at No. 419 Broadway, New York. This jirosperous 
enterprise was started in 1870, and from its incep- 
tion has been continued with the most gratifying 
success, the products being in steady and extensive 
demand throughout the whole of the United States, 
owing to the uniformly high standard of excellence 
they have always maintained, all these goods being 
made of real S. A. H., and for which Mr. Williams 
received the award from the United States (^enten- 
nial Commission of the International Exhibition, 
Philadelphia, 187(i. The factory is a substantial 
45x100 two-story frame structure, sujiplied with a 
thirty-horse power engine, and completely equipped 
■with the most improved machinery and appliances, 
and employment is afforded to upward of seventy- 
five expert hands. The products include hair-pins, 
combs, bracelets, brooches, and a variety of useful 
and ornamental articles in imitation jet, rubber, 
and shell for the coiffure, the neck, and hand wear, 
and some fifty gross of hair-pins are turned out 
■daily. Mr. Williams, who was formerly of the firm 
of joslin & Williams, who established this busi- 
ness, is a native of this State. 

Tenney & Kenney (Successors to Stratton 
]?rothers & Co. i. Manufacturers of and Pealers in 
Lumber, Building Frames, Shingles, Clapboards, 
Laths, etc.; Office, Yard, and Steam Mills on Me- 
chanic Street. — .^ leading and noteworthy firm is 
that of Tenney & Kenney, manufacturers of and deal- 
ers in lumber, building frames, shingles, lath, etc., 
■whose capacious and well-e<|uipped establishment 
has been in continuous and successful existence 
uea rly a quarter of a century. This prosperous 
concern was started in 1H62 by Stratton Broth- 
ers & Co., and by them conducted up to 1874, when 
they were succeeded by the enterprising and popu- 
lar firm whose name heads this sketch, and who 
have since continued the business with eminent 



and boiler, and thoroughly equipped with the best 
machinery, together with large sheds, office, etc., 
and a large force of hands are employed. An ex- 
tensive stock is constantly carried, embracing rough 
and dressed lumber of all kinds, buililing frames, 
clapboards, shingles, lath.s, moldings, etc., and 
{ilaning, matching, and job work are done to order. 
The individual members of the firm are Messrs. J, 
G. Tenney and Clesson Kenney. 

O. A. Taft, Dry Goods, Notions, Hosiery, 
White Good.s, etc., Hotel Block.— Mr. Taft estab- 
lished himself in business in ISSO, and has by 
untiring energy and endless enterprise acquired a 
large trade, has found favor at the hands of the 
public, and is recognized as a leader, when fine 
goods and low prices are concerned. Mr. Taft is a 
native of U.xbridge, Mass. His store covers an 
area of 60x25 feet and is furnished in excel- 
lent style. An immense assortment is carried of 
dry goods, notions, hosiery, white goods, and small 
wares of every description, every line being replete 
with the freshest goods and latest novelties. Three 
clerks are employed, and Mr. Taft sees to it closely 
that every patron is given the best of attention. 

A. I>. Clark, Flour, Grain, Meal, Baled Hay 
and Straw, Coolc's Block. — Mr. A. L. Clark is 
carrying on an extensive wholesale and retail busi- 
ness as a general dealer in flour, grain, meal, baled 
hay and straw. The business of this responsible 
house was established in 1884 by Mr. R. M. 
Flint, Mr. Clark succeeding to the proprietor- 
ship in November, 1886. This gentleman is a 
native of Massachusetts. He is located in Cook's 
Block, where he occupies a store 1 00x25 feet in 
dimensions. The store is filled with a large stock 
of the finest and medium grade flour, and the best 
grain, meal, salt of all kinds, graham and oat 
meals, baled hay and .straw. Two clerks are em- 
ployed, and a good trade is carried on. 



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TOWN OF LEOMINSTER. 



F. A. AVhitnoy Carriage Conipanj, 

Manufacturers of Children's Carriages.— The F. A. 



well-directed establishments whose operations liave 
for years contributed largely to the advancement of 

^_^ the commerce and reputation of 

^"^ ~ ^™l the town. This valuable enter- 
prise was started in 18oS by 
Messrs. F. W. and F. A. Whit- 
ney, under whose progressive 
management it grew steadily in 
intluence and proportions. In 
June, 1S71, the better to facili- 
tate the conduct of the business- 
it was changed to a stock com- 
pany, with F. A. Whitney, presi- 
dent ; F. \V. Whitney, treasurer, 
and a capital of 88-l,OOU. It 
now ranks as one of the largest 
and most important concerns of 
its kind in the United States. 
The premises occupied are lo- 
cated near the Old Colony rail- 
road, and consist of five build- 
ings, varying from one to three 
stories in height, together with 
yards, lumber sheds, and minor 
conveniences. Four acres of 
ground are covered. The outfit 
of machinery and appliances in- 
cludes all labor-saving devices 
that can be advantageously used 
to increase production, economize 
cost, and at the same time secure 
the best mechanical results. The 
company are manufacturers of 
children's carriages of every de- 
scription, an immense number 
being turned out annually and 
shipped freely to all parts of this 
countrj', Canada, Europe, and 
Australia. The goods hold a 
strong place in the favor of the 
trade. They are made in many 
dill'erent styles, combine strength 
and durability with artistic con- 
struction, and possess various ex- 
cellencies peculiar to themsel ves. 
A handsome catalogue, fnlly il- 
lustrated, is published by the 
conijiany. In the several de- 
partments of the factory one 
luindred and fifty hands are em- 
ployed, many of whom have been 
with the bouse for years. A very 
large and complete stock is kept 
on hand,from which the heaviest 
orders are filled with ease. All 
of the extraordinary facilities of 
the company enable it to place 
goods on the market at prices 
that cannot be afforded by com- 
petitive houses whose situation 
is less favorable. The establish- 
ment is promjit, reliable, and 
resjionsible, and its officers are 
among our prominent, substan- 
tial, and public-spirited citizens. 
Its already wide usefulness and 
trade are being rapidly advanced 
through the enterprising efforts 
of the management in bringing 
Whitney Carriage Company represents one of those I its claims properly before its extensive constitu- 
intelligently organized, thoroughly equipped, and | ency. 




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W. S. Reed Toy Company, Inventors, 
Manufacturers, and Exporters of Toys, Novelties, 
and Games, also the " Universal Tricycle ; " Fac- 
tories, near Depot. — Much of the credit for the 
prosperous condition of the toy interests in this 
country is due to the representative house of the 
W. S. Reed Toy Company, of tliis town. The com- 
pany ^ as incorpoi ated in 1881, with a cipit il of I 




$25,000. The manufacturing plant nunprises three 
buildings, tlie main one being a tive-story fraiue 
structure 60x25 feet in dimensions. This _ is 
equipped with specially designed machinery, which 
is operated by a forty -horse power steam engine and 
boiler. The president of the company and the 
founder of the business, Mr.W. S. Reed, is a native 
of Sterling, Mass., and the treasurer, Mr. C. E. 



of every description, and also the " Universal Tri- 
cycle." The factory is connected by telephone, 
and orders are given prompt attention. The com- 
pany have an office and salesroom at No. 241 
Broadway, New York, where a tine line of samjiles 
is always kept on hand. Mr. W. S. Reed and Mr. 
(.!. E. Dresser compose the United States Mailing 
Case Company, which is of recent origin. They 
are the sole manufacturers and agents of 
the only patent liquid mailing case ap- 
proved by the Postmaster General, hav- 
ing began operations in the month of 
September, 1880, for sending liquids and 
other articles in the mails. The Davis 
is the only case patented complying with 
the regulations of the Postmaster Gene- 
ral, and has been approved by liim. It 
IS made of wood, lined with cork, and 
has a tight-fitting screw lid, with rubber 
cushion, and accommodates glass bottles, 
in which the liquid to be transniitted is 
placed. These cases are made in sizes 
from one dram to four ounces, the limit 
which can be sent, and are especially 
adapted for oil dealers, druggists, per- 
fumers, patent medicines, etc. The en- 
graving presented in connection with this article 
will give the reader an intelligent idea of the 
"Davis patent case(" The United States Mail- 
ing Case Company are well equipped for turning out 
these cases, and are already driven with orders. 
Special sizes are made as required. The company 
issue a descriptive price-list, which is sent free to 
all applicants. Parties interested in transmitting 




Dresser, was born at Lee, Mass. Both these gen- 
tlemen are educated to their business. In the mau- 
ufivcture of toys they exhibit that fertility of con- 
ception and grasp of what are novelties that will 
readily take with the public. As a result the com- 
pany have secured not only a large domestic trade 
in all parts of the Union, but have built up an ex- 
tensive export business with Germany, England, 
Holland, and Australia. From seventy-five to one 
hundred hands are employed. The manufactures 
of the concern embrace toys, novelties, aud games 



liquids, powders, etc., as samples to customers, will 
greatly serve their own interests by correspon<ling 
with the United States Mailing Case Company, 
I^eominster, Mass. The extent of the trade already 
built up in this direction shows that this is an im- 
portant and continually appreciating branch of 
commercial activity. All orders receive jirompt 
and faithful attention, this house possessing every 
possible facility and convenience for the most effi- 
cient prosecution of its large and widely extended 
business. 



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7 1VN OF LEOMINSTER. 



Lieoiniiister Shirt Company, Manufac- 
turers of Gentlemen's P'ine t^hirts. — A representa- 
tive firm engaged in tlie manufacture of gents' tine 
shirts is tlie Leominster Shirt Company, maiuifac- 
turers of gentlemen's fine shirts, whose products 




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maintain a uniformly high standard of excellence 
in the trade. This flourishing enterprise, which 
includes a comprehensive system, with factories in 
Provincetown and Sherborn, Mass., besides the con- 
cern at Leominster, was started in 1881 , and, being 
conducted on sound business principles, the com- 
jiany may be said to have virtually bounded into 
])Liblic favor at the very inception of the business, 
the trade growing and extending steadily and 
rapidly from the first, until now it is exceedingly 
heavy, the annual transactions reaching a very 
liandsome figure. The establishment in this town, 
which is situated on Water street, is a two-story 
oOxlOO-foot structure, operated by ample steam- 
power, and completely equipped with the most im- 
proved appliances and the best facilities, upward 
of seventy-five expert hands being here employed, 
and sixty-five sewing-machines, which are to be 
increased soon by fifty additional machines, are in 
constant use, the daily average production now run- 
ning above fifty dozen fine dress shirts. In the 
Provincetown factory, which is a two-story building 
30x150 feet in superficial dimensions, one hundred 
and fifteen operatives find employment, and one 
hundred and ten machines are in service, the capa- 
city being one hundred and fifty dozen shirts of a 
cheaper grade per day. At the Sherborn factory 
the company employ one hundred hands and aver- 
age thirty-five dozen per day. The main office is 
located at Leominster, is spacious and finely 
fitted up, and, altogether, this is one of the leading 
and most noteworthy concerns of the kind in the 
country, the trade being fully commenstu'ate with 
the capacity of the establishment. A first-class 
laundry is connected with the establishment, mak- 
ing a specialty of stock work. The copartnership 
consists of Jlessrs. E. A. Buffinton and 0'. C. Foster, 
natives, respectively, of Massachusetts and Maine, 
both men of tremendous energy and unmistakable 
business ability. 

Mather & Todd, Machinists, Model 
Makers, and Manufacturers of Bowers' Dynamo 
and the Cheney Lawn Mower, Mechanic Street. — 
A well-known and enterprising firm engaged in the 
construction of machinery and its kindred branches 
is that of Mather c4 'Todd, machinists, model- 
makers, and manufacturers of Bowers' dynamo, 



whose products maintain a high reputation for 
general excellence, and as a consequence are in 
steady and extensive demand, the dynamo finding 
favor all over the United States, as well as the 
Cheney lawn mower, which is on a new principle 
and one of the best in the market. This 
flourishing enterprise was started in 1S77 
by Mr. John Mather, the jjresent senior 
-- member, who conducted it alone up to 18S.5, 

- 1 when he associated with him Mr. O. W. 
Todd, thus constituting the popular and 
prosperous firm whose name heads this 
sketch, and who have since continued the 
business with uninterrupted success. The 
shop, which is situated on Mechanic street 
and is connected by telephone, is sup- 
plied with steam power and thoroughly 
equipped, and some half a dozen expert 
workmen are employed. Messrs. Mather 
and Todd, who are respectively natives 
of England and Concord, Mass., and old 
residents hereabouts, are both practical 
and skillful workmen themselves. 

The Bay State Shirt Company, Manu- 
facturers of Fine White Shirts, Ko. 16 Water 
Street. — Although a comparatively recent enter- 
prise, being established in June, 1886, the positive 
and permanent success that has attended the Bay 
State Shirt Company, manufacturers of men's fine 
white shirts, this town, abundantly attests tlie wis- 
dom that inspired it, to say nothing of the excel- 
lence of its products, which are in steady and 
extensive demand throughout the entire country, 
these goods maintaining a deservedly high reputa- 
tion in the trade, owing to their general superiority 
in every feature — in cut, finish, and material. The 
factory comprises two floors and basement, each 
25x60 feet in dimensions, the premises being sup- 
plied with heavy steam power, and completely 
equipped with the most improved machinery and 
appliances, including seventy sewing-machines, and 
employment is aftbrded to upward of si.xty e.xpert 
hands. Only fine grades of white shirts are made, 
and the daily average output runs above sixty 
dozen. An A 1 stock is constantly carried on hand 
to meet the requirements of the extensive demand. 
The firm is composed of Messrs. A. G. Morse and 
George II. Priest, natives, respectively, of Leo- 
minster and Sterling, Mass., both men of energy 
and enterprise. 

C. Puffer & Co. (formerly of J. Puff'cr & Co.), 
Commission Merchants, and Dealers in Horns, Tips, 
Waste, etc.. Office and Storehouse, Mechanic 
Street. — This business was originally established 
in 1875 by the present proprietor. Mr. C. Puft'er 
was formerly connected with the well-known house 
of ,J. Purt'er & Co., and consequently has liad great 
experience in this particular branch of the busi- 
ness. The house is prepared to execute all orders 
that pertain to the commission business, while it 
deals very extensively in the purchase of horns, 
tips, waste, etc., from slaughter houses and butchers, 
also general country produce. The premises occu- 
pied are commodious, and fitted up with all the 
latest improved appliances. Mr. Puffer is a native 
of Leominster. The policy on which this business 
has always been conducted iias been characterized 
by liberality and probity and the careful fostering 
of the interests of all patrons. 



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Tenney & Porter, Manufacturers of Fancy 
Back Combs, Jewelry, Bracelets, Hair-Pins, etc., 
Shop, Mechanics' Lane. — Althouf^h founded as late 
as 1872, a combination of enterprise and business 
talent has given the concern a jiosition where it is 
recognized as a powerful and permanent addition 
to the industries of the city. The manufacture em- 
braces fancy back combs, jewelry, bracelets, hair- 
pins, imitation jet, shell, and amber, and similar 
goods of various kinds, i'he delicate processes of 
production are carefully and skillfully handled, a 
complement of from twelve to eighteen artisans 
being constantly employed. Ten gross of back 
combs and twenty gross of hair-pins can be turned 
out in a single day. The interests of the house on 
the road are looked after by efficient traveling men. 
The premises occupied are in Mechanics' lane, and 
consist of a two-story frame building 2o.x80 feet in 
dimensions. The mechanical equipment is com- j 
plete, and the preparationisinevery way thorough. 
The resources possessed enable Messrs. Tenney & j 
Porter to compete on even terms with all rivals in [ 
the matter of prices, while the standard quality of 
their goods are too well and widely known to re- 
quire notice at our hands. The members of the 
firm are C. H. Tenney and C. II. Porter, both na- 
tives of Massachusetts. 



J. Smith & Co., Manufacturers of Ladies' 
Fancy Combs and other Horn Goods, Earl Street. — 
Among the leading establishments engaged in tlie 
manufacture of ladies' fancy combs and other horn 
goods is that of Messrs. .1. Smith & Co., whose fac- 
tory is located on Earl street. This, too, is the 
oldest concern in its line in the district. It was 
founded in November, IS.'JG, by the present pro- 
prietor, Mr. Joel Smith, and during its career of 
half a century its record lias been a meritorious 
one. Mr. Smith is a native of Leominster. The 
factory is a one-story frame building 25x50 feet in 
dimension.s, and part of a floor 25x60 feet in area 
of the adjoining building is also utilized in con- 
nection with the business, his large shop having 
been recently burned. The best and latest im- 
proved machinery operated by steam power is in 
use, and fifteen skilled and experienced hands are 
employed in manufacturing horn jewelry of every 
descrijjtion, ladies' fancy combs, etc. 'The house 
controls a large trade, which is entirely of a whole- 
sale character. Mr. Smith is a native of Leo- 
minster. 

W. H. Upham, Clothing, Hats, and Fur- 
nishings. — Although only established since April 
10th, 1886, this house has already acquired eminent 
success and a town trade that h;is placed it upon a 
solid and jiaying basis. Mr. W. H. Uphaiu, the 
gentlemanly and enterprising proprietor, is a na- 
tive of .Vmherst, N, H., and has had an extended 
business experience. His store is handsomely fur- 
nished and provided with fine show-ca.ses and at- 
tractive store fixtures. The stock comprises a full 
variety of ready made clothing of all kinds, stylish 
hats and caps, and a complete line of gentlemen's 
furni-^hing goods of every description. Two clerks 
are employed. Mr. Upham personally superin- 
tends all the operations of the establishment, and 
adopts the plan of treating all patrons honorably 
and equitably, giving the best value for any outlay 
expended. 



\V. J. Winch, Dealer in Saddlery Hard- 
ware, Horse Clothing, Lap Kobes, lUankets, Wood- 
worth's Enamel Dressing, etc.. Mechanic Street. — 
j One of the most flourishing commercial concerns 
in tlie town is that of which Mr. W. J. Winch is 
the enterprising proprietor. This establishment was 
! founded in 1S79 by Mr. H. Gardner, Mr. Winch 
I succeeding to the proi^rietorship in January, 1880. 
I His commodious place of business is centrally situ- 
ated on Mechanic street, and covers an area of 40x 
25 feet. The store is complete in all its arrange- 
ments, and is filled with an excellent stock of sad- 
dlery hardware of every description, also a full 
assortment of horse clothing, lap robes, blankets, 
etc., of superior workmansliip and excellentquality. 
A full supply of Woodworth's enamel dressing is 
also always kept in stock, and is a very valuable 
preparation for the purposes for which it is in- 
tended. Mr. Winch is thoroughly enterprising in liLs 
business methods. His prices are satisfactorily low, 
and his dealings are always honorable and liberal. 
He employs two competent assistants, and all the op- 
erations of the house are conducted systematically. 
Mr. Winch is a native of Mason Village, now known 
as Greenville, New Hampshire. He has had fif- 
teen years' experience in his line of trade, and is a 
business leader in this town. 



W. D. Earl & Co., Manufacturers of Horn 
Buttons and Combs, Fancy Horn Goods, ('hains, 
Bracelets, Jewelry, etc., Earl Street. — This business 
was founded in 1867 by Mr. T. A. Earl, who in 
I 1870 took into partnership his brother, Mr. W. 
D. Earl, when the style of the house was changed 
to its present one of \V. D. Earl & Co. These gen- 
tlemen are both natives of Attleboro, Mass., and 
are thoroughly practical business men. 'Their 
factory is a brick building, large and spacious, and 
it is fitted up with the best mechanical appliances 
incident to the trade. Sixty hands find permanent 
employment here in the manufacture of liorn but- 
tons and combs, fancy horn goads, chain.s, hair-pins, 
bracelets, etc. These goods are to be had wholesale 
from dry goods and tailors' trimming houses in all 
parts of the country, and large quantities are ex- 
ported. The firm have an office at No. 202 Church 
street. New York, where a full line of samples is 
always kept on hand. 

A. B. Merrill, Agent for Page Belting Com- 
pany, also Wholesale and Eetail Dealer in Hard- 
ware, Cutlery, Paints, (_)ils. Varnishes, etc. — This 
progressive establishment was founded in 1881. 
The proprietor, Mr. A. K. Merrill, is a native of 
Haverhill, Mass., and has had long and valuable 
experience in his line of business. Mr. Merrill 
occupies a store and basement, each 65x25 feet in 
dimensions, and also four storehouses furnished 
with every facility for the handling of a large 
volume of trade. A very large stock is carried, 
embracing a fine assortment of hardware of every 
description, cutlery, paints, oils, varnishes, etc., all 
purchased direct from the most reliable manufac- 
turers at home and abroad. Mr. Merrill is also agent 
for the products of the Page Belting Company, and 
supplies their leather belting, Hercules, rawhide, 
and tanned cut-lacing in any desired quantities. 
His business partakes of both a wholesale and retail 
nature. Three clerks are employed. Mr. Merrill 
has built up his trade upon a fumdation at once 
solid and enviable, and his prosperity is well assiU'ed. 



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TOWN OF LEOMINSTER. 



Dr. A. H. French, Pure Drugs, Medicines, 
Perfumery, Toilet and P^anoy Articles, No. 2'2 
Wood's Block.^One of the best qualified, as he is 
certainly one of the most careful and attentive, drug- 
gists in the town of Leominster is Dr. A. II. French, 
who is a native of New Hampshire. He is both a 
medical and pharmaceutical graduate, and brings to 
bear upon liis business trained skill and a wide 
range of practical experience. His fine establish- 
ment is completely stocked with an assortment of 
pure drugs and medicines, all proprietary remedies 
of acknowledged merit and reputation, a full line 
of foreign and domestic mineral waters, which are 
dispensed from a handsome fountain or in bottles, 
toilet and fancy articles, perfumery, physicians' and 
surgeons' requisites and druggists' sundries — in short, 
everything that can be properly thought of in con- 
nection with a first-class pharmacy, while the doc- 
tor pays especial attention to the compounding of 
physicians' prescriptions, filling all orders with 
promptitude and the greatest care and accuracy. 
As a physician he brings to bear a class of knowl- 
edge than which there is no more valuable adjunct 
in a pharmacy. He is a graduate of the University 
of Vermont, and opened the present establishment 
in 1883. 

li. A. Bicharrtson, Photographer.— A pop- 
ular and well-known house is that of Mr. L. 
A. Richardson, which was established by him 
in 1878. The premises occupied are elegantly 
fitted up with special reference to the business. 
The whole of the appliances and apparatus are of 
the newest and best, and, indeed, coinjirise as perfect 
an establishment of the kind as can be found in 
this portion of the State. All jihotographs are 
taken by the instantaneous and dry-])Iate processes, 
and tlius p.itrons are enabled to obtain accurate and 
perfect pictures of themselves, and especially the 
young folks. Portraits are executed in all sizes, 
from the small locket size to the largest, and are 
finished in the very best style of the art, and he 
makes a specialty of his cabinet imperial sizes at 
very low prices, and satisfaction is guaranteed in 
every particular. He also co])ies and enlarges pho- 
tographs, in which branch of the business he is 
very proficient. Mr. Richardson has had thirty 
years of practical experience and employs none 
but the most skillfid and proficient workmen. He 
was born in Leominster. 

J. H. liOokey, Manufacturer of Piano-Forte 
Cases. — In the manufacture of piano-forte cases 
prominent mention should be made of J.H. Lockey, 
whose products in this line are in steady and ex- 
tensive demand, owing to the high reputation they 
have always maintained for general excellence, and 
which to-day fully sustain their old-time claim to 
superiority in every feature, quality of material, 
construction, and finish. This fiourishing concern 
was originally established in 1801 by the firm of 
J. H. & J. P. Lockey, who conducted it up to 1875, 
when the business passed into the solecontrol of the 
senior member, the present proprietor, who has since 
continued it alone with eminent success, the trade 
Vieing exceeding large. The factory is a commo- 
dious three-story frame structure, supjilied with 
heavy steam power, thoroughly equipped with 
the most improved machinery and appliances, and 
employment is afforded to upward of forty skilled 
and expert workmen. Over one hundred cases are 



turned out per month, the same finding market 
principally in New York and Boston. Mr. Lockey is 
a native of the Province of New Brunswick, Canada, 
and an old and respected resident of Leominster. 

W. K. Richardson, Fine Groceries, Crock- 
ery, Fruit, Glassware, etc.. No. 'A Allen's Block.- — 
An establishment that has been highly popular 
since it was first founded is the liouse of Mr. W. K. 
Richardson. This gentleman is a native of Leo- 
minster, established his enterprise here in 1870, 
and has built up a large local trade. His store is a 
leading one in its line and is deservedly held in 
high repute. The store is large and commodious 
and is very attractive in its fittings and furnishings. 
It contains a large and very superior assortment of 
fine groceries of every description, crockery, fruit, 
glassware, etc., each line carried being complete in 
every respect. Four clerks are employed in the 
store, and two delivery wagons are kept busy car- 
rying goods to their buyers' homes. 

Lieominster Coal Company, corner Me- 
chanic and Water Streets, M. N. Hadley, Agent. — 
The Leominster Coal Company was founded here 
in 1872 by James Hadley, and conducted by him 
until May, 188t), when Mr. M. N. Hadley suc- 
ceeded to the management. The coal yard is located 
on Middle street, and covers an area of one hundred 
feet square. A large stock of the best grades of 
anthracite and bituminous coal is constantly kept 
on hand and in sufficient quantity to meet any 
order, liowever large. Mr. Hadley gives employ- 
ment to six hands, and gives jjromjit attention 
to all orders intrusted to him. He is a native 
of Limenberg, JIass., and is well known as a busi- 
ness man who is honest in all his dealings and 
thoroughly to be depended upon. 

T. E. Kendall, Tin-Plate, Sheet-Iron, and 
Copper AVorker, Water Street. — A popular head- 
quarters for stoves, ranges, and other heating ap- 
paratus is to be found in the establishment of Mr. 
T. E. Kendall. Mr. Kendall, who is a native of 
this town, is one of the most esteemed of Leomin- 
ster's merchants. He started his business in 1879, 
and, i»s was predicted, he has met with much sub- 
stantial prosperity. His business premises com- 
prise a store 40x40 feet in size, and a workshop 15 
xlO feet in dimensions. The store is filled with a 
fine a.ssortment of stoves, ranges, etc., of very supe- 
rior manufacture, also a full variety of tin-plate, 
sheet-iron, and copper ware. Two hands are em- 
ployed in the workshop, and jobbing of all kinds is 
executed in prompt and satisfactory style. 

Georgfe M. Powers, Boots, Shoes, and Rub- 
bers. — This house, although established as late as 
1882, has built up a profitable trade and acquired 
a reputation for enterprise and substantial worth 
that would do credit to many older establishments. 
The location of the store is centr.al and desirable, 
and the arrangement of the stock is such as gives 
to cu.storaers the best opportunities for making ap- 
propriate selections. Thedisplay includes footwear 
of every description for men, ladies, misses, and 
children. The range in quality and value is wide 
and attractive, nothing being omitted from the 
substantial boot to the dainty slipper. The prices 
quoted are as low as can be legitimately aflbrded. 
Mr. Powers is a native of Leominster. 



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O. A. Balcll, North. Leominster Steam Grist- 1 from a sixty-five-horse power engine and boiler. 
Mill, Nashua Street. — This industry wasestablished i Corn is the only article ground here, and the 
here in 1S7.5 by Mr. W. F. Howe, and remained j mill lias a capacity for turning out six hun- 
under his numageraent until May, 18S5, when Mr. , dred bushels per day. Mr. lialch employs two 
O. A. Baleh, the present proprietor, succeeded to assistants and grinds grain in transit to order and 
the ownership. The enterprise is located in j solicits custom grinding. He carries a large stock 
a two-story building .'lOxoO feet in dimensions, i and is a general dealer in Hour, feed, hay, and 
The mill is equipped with two sets of grindstones,-; grain, etc. Mr. Balch was born in the State of 
which are set in motion by steam power supplied > Slassachusetts. 



CITY OF FITCHBURG. 



The mere name of this representative Massachusetts city lias an honest Saxon ring. It is a 
strong, wholesome word upon the lips and in the ear, and fits the town and the people it stands for. 
Fitehburg lias always seemed to us a place of .strength and substance. Many a time, years ago, when 
the writer of this hasty and imperfect sketch was a boy, has he passed by and through the Fitehburg 
Passenger Depot, in Boston, and he used to wonder if the town was as substantial and strong as that 
structure. And afterward, when he came to know somewhat of the people who made the town at the 
other end of the rails that terminated within this massive granite buOding, the latter stood as a type of 
the former. 

Location. 

The city of Fitehburg is situated in the northern part of Worcester county, of which it is one of 
the capitals, forty miles northwest from Boston. The city of Worcester is twenty-six miles to the 
south, and Lowell thirty miles distant on the east. The north branch of the Nashua river runs through 
the heart of the town, giving a water-power whose employment has been largely operative in building 
up this highly prosperous community. It is divided into Crockerville, Rockville, South Fitehburg, 
Traskville, and West P^itchburg, and was erected into a city in the year 1872. 

The present population rises fourteen thousand. 

A Bit of History. 

The territory now covered by the city of Fitehburg was formerly part and parcel of the town of 
Lunenburg. The latter was originally settled about the year 1728 ; at any rate, it was in this year that 
a church wps formed, and the organization of a church was one of the first things with the pioneers of 
that period and this State. "Turkey Hills" was the popular name by which the place, or the spot, 
rather, was spoken of, because of the immense number of wild turkeys that frequented the neiglilior- 
hood. Not a few of the first settlers were Scotch and Irish, and a touch of some of their best qualities 
may yet be felt in some of those who to-day walk the streets and carry on the business of the modern 
city. More than a touch has been exhibited in the forces that have built it up and given it the com- 
mercial and social stamina by which it is distinguished. 

February 3d, 1764, is the date of the birth of the town of Fitehburg, for then it was duly set apart 
from Lunenburg and constituted a distinct corporation. Its history is uneventful, and its growth was 
slow until stage-coaching gave way to steam. 

It would seem that the first white visitor to the soil of Fitehburg was Mrs. Rowlandson, wife of 
the minister of Lancaster, who was brought from that place by the Indians after they had destroyed it, 
and spent the second night of her captivity on Rollstone Hill, February 11th (O. S.), 1576. 

Rollstone Hill, by the way, isa practically ine.xhaustible deposit of granite, and of the best quality, 
too. It has not only been very generously used here for building purposes, but immense quantities have 
been forwarded throughout the State and beyond. 

Railroads. 

Few cities of its size are equally well provided with railway connections. The Boston and Fiteh- 
burg Railroad Company was incorporated in 1842, and the road went into operation in December of the 



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next year. By it these two cities are directly connected. In addition to the main road there are several 
branches : The Watertown, seven miles in length ; the Marlboro division, from South Acton to MarL 
boro, a distance of twelve miles; Peterboro and Shirley br.anch, from Aver Junction to Greenville; the 
Boston and Fitebburg. The capital stock of the company is $5,000,000. 

In 18-18 the Vermont and Massachusetts road was completed, and includes the following lines: 
ritchlnirg to Greenfield ; Turner's Falls branch, from Greenfield to Turner's Falls ; Troy and ( jreenfield, 
from the latter place to North Adams. On January fst, 1874, this road was leased to the Boston and 
Fitchburg road for a period of nine hundred and ninety-nine years. The total number of miles operated 
is one luindred and ninety. 

The Cheshire road was organized in 1844. It runs from this city over the track of the Vermont 




BESIDEXCE OF HENRY A. CiUUDUICII, HIGH1,.\ND AVENVE, FITCHBURG. 

and Massachusetts to South Ashburham, and from the latter point to Bellows Falls, Vt-, the number of 
miles covered being sixty-four. In addition to these is the time-honored Old Colony. 

Common Schools. 

No better public schools are to be found in any inland town or city than those which the people of 
Fitchburg have provided for the education of their children. The system in vogue is a judiciously 
graded one, and it is the aim of the school committee and teachers to secure to the pupils a thorough 
and systematic course of jjractical instruction. There are now four grammar, seven intermediate, eleven 
secondary, twelve primary, and eight ungraded schools, besides the High School. To the latter, youth 
from every part of the city are eligible, and here may be gained a full preparation for business life or 
entrance upon a college course. A school committee composed of three citizens from each ward is 
elected by the people, the mayor being ex-officio chairman, and the president of tlie Common Council 
a member. A superintendent of schools has direct supervision of their ongoing. Salaries of teachers 
range from 5'5UO to §1,800, per annum. Drawing and singing are taught by special instructors. 

Churches. 

Fitchburg does not lack earnest and efficient church organization and attractive houses of worship. 
The First Congregational Church (Unitarian) was formed in 1768, and the Calvinistic Congregational 



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Church in the following October — a contiguity of dates and names suggestive of an interesting bit of 
theological history. The first Baptist Church was organized in 1831, tlie first Methodist Episcopal in 
1834, the first Universalist ten years subsequently ; Christ Church (Episcopal) in 1803, Eollstone Con- 
gregational in 1868, St. Bernard's and the Church of the iSacred Heart (both Roman Catholic) in 1847 
and 1878 respectively. Besides these there are a Second Advent Society and the West Fitchburg 
Methodist Episcopal Church. 

Public Library. 
A good public library is one of the indispensable features of every Massachusetts community. That 
in this city was formed in 1859, when the Fitchburg Athenieum presented its carefully selected col- 
lection to the town. This has been added to from year to year by tlie city and private donors, until the 
number of books has now reached some eigliteen thousand volumes. It is in charge of a board of twelve 
trustees, whose members are chosen annually by the mayor and aldermen. The number of yearly 
patrons is about five thousand, and the books annually taken out number not far from forty 
thousand. 

Beneficial and Secret Societies, etc. 

Fitchburg people are noted for their philanthropic and benevolent spirit, as well as their social and 
hospitable temper. Tlie large number of beneficial, secret, and similar societies that are in successful 
operation here attests the prevalence of the qualities indicated above. 

The Masonic Order is represented by four lodges and the Odd Fellows by two. Besides these may be 
mentioned societies of the Knights of Pythias, Knights of Honor, American Legion of Honor, Knights 
and Ladies of Honor, United Order of the Golden Cross, Royal Arcanum, Ancient Order of Hibernians, 
Railroad Men's Christian Association, Railroad Men's Relief Association, Firemen's Relief Association, 
Grand Army of the Republic, Sons of Veterans, Order of Railway ('onductors. Sons of St. George. 
There are four clubs — the Fitchburg Reform, Fitchburg Congregational, Fitchburg Literary, and the 
Windsor. The Fitchburg Benevolent Union and the Home for <')Id Ladies are active and useful insti- 
tutions in their line of work, while the Fitchburg Society for Medical Improvement is an influential 
body of physicians. The temperance cause has a strong and earnest following in this city and the work 
is well organized. St. Bernard's Total Abstinence Society is but one among several similar associations, 
and a number of temperance schools is carried on under the auspices of the Woman's Christian Tem- 
perance Union. 

The Fitchburg Board of Trade is an association of business men that has made itself felt in public 
as well as commercial affairs. 

Public Buildings. 

Lack of space precludes an enumeration or description of the numerous public edifices that adorn 
the streets and avenues of this attractive city. The municipal buildings are noticeable examples of sub- 
stantial architecture, thoroughly adapted to the purposes for which they were constructed, conveniently 
appointed, and well kept. 

The City Hall is supplemented by the Opera-House, Music Hall, and ten or eleven other 
audience- rooms for entertainments, lodge and society meetings, etc. 

There are many business buildings and blocks that challenge the attention of the visitors, the most 
conspicuous of which are the following: American House, Belding & Dickinson's, the Central, Cog- 
geshall & Carpenter's, the Crocker, Fitchburg Hotel, Fitchburg Savings Bank, Goodrich's, Hatch's, 
Post-Office, Rollstone Bank, Stiles, Torrey & Wood, Union AVachusett Bank, Whitney's, and the Wal- 
lace Library and Art Building. 

Banking Institutions. 

The character and condition of the financial institutions of any given community are a pretty 
fair index as to the prosperity and thrift of its people, and its general commercial strength and 
importance. 

Six banks testify to the high standing of Fitchburg in these respects. Four of them are national 
and two savings. 

Of the former, the Fitchburg National Bank is the oldest, having been chartered in 1832, under 
the State Banking laws. It was reorganized in 18('i.5 under the National Banking Act, and has a cap- 
ital of J!250,000, with a surplus of $140,000. 

The Rollstone National Bank received it first charter in 1849, was reincorporated in 1865; its cap- 
ital is $260,000, and its surplus !rl25,000. 



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The Safety Fund National Bank began business in 1874, with a capital of $200,000, and shows a 
surplus of ?l.j,000. 

In 1875 the Wachusett National Bank opened its doors, and its surplus now equals its capital stock 
$250,000. 

The Fitchburg Savings Bank was incorporated in 184(5, and the Xorth Worcester Savings Institu- 
tion in 1868. Both of them do an excellent business, the deposits of the latter amounting to about 
12,250,000. 

City Government. 

The administration of municipal affairs is committed to the hands of a mayor, Board of Aldermen, 
and Common Council. The annual election is liad on the first Tuesday in December, and the city 
government is formally organized on the first Monday of tlie following January. Six aldermen — one 
from each ward — compose the Board, and the Common Council consists of eighteen members — three 
from each ward. 

Police, Fire, and 'Water Service. 

The police force of Fitchburg is not large as compared with tlie size of the population. It consists 
of a chief, captain, and ten j^atrolmen, all appointed by tlie mayor. 

The Fire Department is efficiently organized, and is always kept in good working condition, ready 
for instant and zealous service. It is managed by a Board of Engineers, who have charge of a good set 
of new and a modern equipments, the latter consisting of three steam fire engines, one hook and ladder 
and four hose companies. 

Every part of the city is supplied with an excellent quality of water, abundant in quantity, and 
furnished to the inhabitants at reasonable rates. 

Industries. 

The manufactures and general business interests of Fitchburg are valuable and extensive. Con- 
spicuous among the former is a large number of machine shops devoted to the production of steam 
engines, mowers, reapers, and other agricultural implements, machinists' tools, etc. There are several 
iron and brass foundries in active operation, and paper, lumber, and chairs, edge tools, cloths and cassi- 
meres, files, cotton duck, boots and shoes are also prominent items. 



Garfield. & Proctor, Wholesale Dealers in 
Anthracite and Bituminous Coal. — A business house 
that stands prominently forward in its respective 
field of commercial enterprise, and which is of far- 
reaching importance to the city of Fitchburg, is 
that of which Messrs. Garfield & Proctor are the 
proprietors and active managers. This house was 
founded in 1804, and has achieved prominence in 
the mercantile world through the extent of its 
operations. Messrs. Garfield & Proctor are general 
wholesale and retail dealers in anthracite and bitu- 
minous coal and in hay. Their headquarters are at 
No. 21 Water street, where they occupy a hand- 
somely cquipjied office and direct all the operations 
of their extensive business. The firm h.ave two 
large coal yards in Fitcliburg, one located on the 
Fitchburg railroad covering an area of 300x40 feet, 
the other on the Old Colony railroad, having 
similar dimensions. These yards are always kept 
well stocked with the best quality of coal, and ten 
hands are kept busy in handling it. The stock of 
hay carried by tlie firm is kept in an iron-clad 
storehouse located on the track of the Fitchburg 
railroad, having dimensions of 60x50 feet. They 
have unrivaled facilities for supplying their exten- 
sive wholesale trade, having a wharf at New Bed- 
ford for receiving and storing coal, which is 
delivered as wanted to cars of the Old Colony rail- 
road for transportation to the various points on 
that road and its connections, while cargoes de- 
signed for distribution on the line of the Fitchburg 
r.ailroadare received and discharged at the wharves 
of that corporation on Charles river, Boston. They 



have also special arrangements with the Delaware 
and Hudson Canal Company for the supply of their 
celebrated Lackawanna coal by all-rail shipmentdi- 
rect from the mines to all pointson the Iloosac Tun- 
nel line. By similar arrangements with operators in 
the Clearfield region of Western Pennsylvania, 
they liave equal facilities for the supjdy of bitu- 
minous coal. This method of supplying coal by 
all-rail shipment saves to dealers and consumersa 
large amount of waste and expense in handling, 
which is unavoidable by the usual method of water 
transportation. Messrs. Garfield & Proctor's Boston 
office is located in one of the Hub City's fine.st 
architectural structures, the Mason Building on 
Liberty .square. With every facility for handling 
goodsand with such an extensive field of operations, 
Messrs. Garfield h Proctor are in a position to ofler 
unexceled advantages to parties dealing in or using, 
in small or large quantites, coal or hay. Mr. J. F. 
D. Garfield is a native of New Hampshire, but has 
long been a resident of Massachusetts. He has Iiad 
large experience in the business in which he is en- 
gaged, and is well known for his enterprise and 
energy. He is possessed of stanch moral principles 
and sterling integrity of character, and is much 
esteemed by all who know him. His worthy partner, 
Mr. George N. Proctor, was born in Fitchburg, and 
h;is a wide circle of friends and acquaintances, by 
wliom he is universally esteemed. As a business 
man lie has no superior, and it is largely through 
his push and energy that the house of (Garfield tt 
Proctor has become one of the foremost mercantile 
institutions of the place. 



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James McTaggart, Jr., jManufacturer of 
Fancy Cassimeres, Berwic'k Mill, West Fitcliburg. — 
Tills enterprising concern was started in ISSO, and 
from its inception to the present it has been 
attended wUli the most marked and encouraging 
success. The products of the establishment consist 
of a fine line of fancy cassimeres for men's wear, 
and these are very much appreciated bydealers and 
consumers everywhere for their uniform wearing 
qualities and their general excellence. The manu- 
facturing plant comprises three buildings, the nuiin 
•one being a three-story frame and brick structure 
40x100 feet in dimensions, and equipped with six 
sets of cards, twenty-four broad looms, each ninety- 
two inches wide, and other necessary machinery. 
The driving force is furnished by water to the 
extent of forty-horse power, and steam up to sixty- 
horse power. The Berwick Mill cas-lmeres make 
up very serviceable and even himdsome suitings, 
and, being unexceptional in finish, weight, color, 
and stock and very durable, they form the most 
economical goods that a man can purchase. For 
this reason the Berwick Mill cassimeres have 
become exceedingly popular, and, indeed, may be 
said to have taken rank as the national business 
suiting of the day. Dry gooils dealers and clothiers 
find them very salable, and Mr. McTaggart is kept 
busy meeting the demand. In January, 18SG, he 
found it necessary to increase his resources for 
coping with the demand for his manufactures, and 
heacquired po.ssession of Baltic Mills, located about 
a quarter of a mile from lierwick Mill. The Baltic 
Mills consist of five buildings, which cover an area 
•of 100-xlOO feet. The main building is two stories 
high, is equipped with three sets of cards, sixteen 
ninety-two inch looms, etc., which are operated by 
both water and steam power. Fifty hands are 
employed, and the products of these mills embrace 
a fine class of cassimeres. Mr. McTaggart is a 
native of Scotland. The selling agents of the con- 
cern are Messrs. J. M. Valentine lii Co., No. 97 
F"ranklin street, New York. 

!>. G. Wallace, Dealer in Boots, Shoes, and 
Rubbers, No. 170 Main Street. — Among the most 
popular and leading establishments in this branch 
of mercantile activity in Fitchburg can be named 
that of D. G. Wallace. This well-known concern 
was started in 1871, and from its inception down to 
the present day has been conducted with uniform 
success, the superiority of the goods, coupled with 
honorable dealing, being the special features con- 
tributing to the large and liberal patronage he has 
always enjoyed. The store is 25x60 feet in dimen- 
sions and fitted up and arranged with excellent 
taste, handsome and attractive walnut fixtures, two 
fine show windows, etc., rendering a splendid dis- 
play, and a heavy and Al stock is always carried 
on hand, including fine and medium boots andshoes 
for ladies, gentlemen, misses, boys, and children, 
also rubbers of all sizes, two polite and attentive 
clerks being employed, and popular prices prevail. 
Mr. Wallace is a native of Maine, and an old resi- 
dent in this city, v 

C. L. Fairbanks, Coal, Office No. 11 Day 
Street. — A leading and noteworthy concern in the 
city is that of C. L. Fairbanks, wholesale and retail 
dealer in coal, whose capacious and well-stocked 
yards .are situated on the p^itcliburg Railroad on 
Crocker street. This flourishing business was 



started in 1866, and is now exceedingly heavy and 
grows steadily apace with years. Jl.andling a first- 
class and reliable article, of strict integrity in his 
dealings, the result could hardly have been any 
other than the large measure of prosperity he de- 
servedly enjoys. The premises occupied comprise 
yards and sheds 200x100 feet in superficial area, 
with spacious and handsome office on Day street 
and a heavy and carefully assorted stock is con- 
stantly carried on hand to meet the requirements 
of the large demand, some ten or more hands being 
in regular service — coal exclusively being handled. 
Mr. Fairbanks is a native of Ashburnham, Mass., 
and is an old resident of this city. 

American Honse, George II. Cole & Son, 
Proprietors. — One of the landmarks in the rise 
and progress of this city is the well-known and 
popular hostelry, tlie American House, which has 
been conducted as a hotel since 1845. The Ameri- 
can, which is in all respects one of the leading 
hostelries in Fitchburg and first-class in all its ap- 
pointments, is an imposing four-story brick struc- 
ture, irregular in itsarehitectural construction, and 
contains ninety-five rooms, well aired, lighted, and 
ventiLated, and is completely equipped with all 
modern improvements and conveniences, including 
electric bells, hot and cold water, sanitary appli- 
ances, bath-rooms, telephone connection, and every 
arrangement that can minister to the comforts of 
guests. The entire building is finely furnished 
and well ordered, the dining-room possessing a ca- 
pacity to seat one hundred and twenty-five persons 
.at the same time, some twenty in help being em- 
ployed, and hacks attend on the arrival and depar- 
ture of all trains for the free transportation of 
guests to and from the hotel, although the House 
is situated directly opposite the depot. The cuisine 
also is, par excellence, the very best the market 
affords, every delicacy and table luxury in their 
season being provided, the rates, two dollars and 
two dollars and fifty cents, being extremely moder- 
ate for such excellent fare and superior accommo- 
dations. The proprietors, Messrs. G. H, and \V'. A. 
Cole, father and son resjjectively, are formerly of 
Leominster, this State, and well and favorably 
known in the community. 

E. B. Macy, Commission Merchant, and 
Wholesale Dealer in Foreign and Domestic Fruits 
and Produce, No. 186 Main Street and Nos. 31, 
33, and 35 Day Street. — This stable and reliable 
house was established in 1875 by Mr. Macy, who 
has carried on the business with the most gratify- 
ing success. lie occu])ies two stores, one 40x60 
feet on Day street, and the other 25x65 feet on Main 
street, with electric light in front (this being used 
as a retail department), and a heavy and varied 
stock is constantly carried, including, besides for- 
eign and n.ative fruits and produce of all kinds, 
also fine dairy products and vegetables, choice Ver- 
mont butter being a specialty. Heavy consign- 
ments are constantly beuig handled, foreign fruit 
being received by every steamer, and early south- 
ern produce coming direct weekly, and, altogether, 
an exceedingly fine traile is done, telephone con- 
nection and every facility being at liaud for expe- 
diting business. Mr. Macy is a native of this State, 
and an excellent reiireseutative of the progressive 
New England merchant. 



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H. A. Goodrich & Co., Clothiers, Hatters, 
and I-'urrieis, Nos. 149 rnd 151 Main Street. — The 
well-ordered and flourishing emiiorium of H. A. 
Goodrich & Co., clothiers and gents' furnishers, is in 
all respects one of the leading and most reliable 



was for years a worthy resident of Lowell, remov- 
ing to Fitchburg to establish business here. His 
respected partner, Mr. Charles Irish, has resided in 
the United States for five years. The firm occupy 
a fine store, its dimensions, 100x25 feet, allowing 




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establishments in this line in the city, having been in 
continuous and successful existence for a period 
extending over thirty-one years. The house was 
founded in 1855 by the present senior member,who 
has since admitted into partnership W. L. Humes, 
thus constituting the popular and prosperous firm 
of H. A. Goodrich & t'o., who have since continued 
the business with eminent success. The premises 
occupied comprise a 40x 100-foot store, and basement 
of equal dimensions, in an attractive and substantial 
three and four story brick and freestone building, 
the interior being artistically and handsomely fitted 
up, the walls being elegantly frescoed, the woodwork 
mainly of cherry, and the floor of birch, while two 
massive plate-glass show windows, containing 
samples of the stock to be found within, render a 
splendid effect, and altogether an exceedingly fine 
display is made. An extensive and admirably 
selected stock is constantly carried, embrac- 
ing, besides a full and fine line of men's, 
youths', and boys' clothing, and an elegant 
assortment of gents' furnishing goods, neck- 
wear, scarf pins, and jewelry articles, under- 
garments, furs, trunks, traveling bags, and kin- 
dred articles in endless variety, also male head- 
wear of every description, including fine silk hats, 
Derbys, soft hats, caps, etc., and seven or more 
active and efficient assistants attend to the wants of 
customers. Messrs. Goodrich and Humes, who are 
natives respectively of this city and Shirley, 
Mass., are both gentlemen of unmistakable business 
ability, enjoying a deservedly high reputation. 

Girard & Iri.sh, Dry and Fancy Goods, No. 
212 Main Street. — The importnnt house of Messrs. 
Girard & Irish wasfounded in this town in 1884, and 
is to-day a leader in its line of business. The mem- 
bers of the firm, Messrs. P. E. Girard and Charles 
F. Irish, are both natives of Canada. Mr. Girard 



the handling and display of an immense .stock. 
The store contains a superior stock of choice dry 
and fancy goods of every description, which are 
displayed to the best advantage. The elegant as- 
sortment comprises the latest and most fashionable 
fabrics of all kinds from foreign and domestic 
sources of manufacture, and the most fashionable 
goods can be found here in all seasons. This 
house is noted for selling fine goods at extraordi- 
narily low prices. A staff of nine clerks is em- 
ployed, and a large trade is constantly carried on. 

J. F. Chaffln, Dealer in Pianos, Organs, and 
General Musical Merchandise, No. 157 Main 
Street. — This admirably conducted concern was es- 
tablished in 1873, and by the uniform satisfaction 
rendered to patrons and purchasers, coupled with 
the foresight and energy that from the start have 
characterized its management, Mr. Chaffin steadily 
pushed his way to popular favor and prosperity, 
numbering to-day among his patrons many of the 
wealthy and foremost residents of Fitchburg and 
environs. He occupies an elegant 25xl00-foot 
store, handsomely and attractively fitted up and 
appointed, and carries constantly on hand an ex- 
ceedingly fine a.ssortment of pianos and organs, 
brass, string, and reed instruments of all kinds, 
sheet music, music books, piano stools, covers, and 
kindred articles of every description, in short, the 
largest and most varied stock ever ofiered in or 
around Fitchburg, including the Henry Y. Miller, 
the Hallett & Davis, Chickering & Sons, the AV. 
H. Jewett A Co., and New England pianos, and 
the Ma.son& Hamlin, the Smith American, and the 
New England organs. The establishnieiit has a 
telephone. Pianos and organs are rented at mode- 
rate rates, and instruments are tuned and repaired 
in the most superior and exiieditious manner. Mr. 
Chafiin is a native of this State. 



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U. E. Cleveland, Dealer in First-Class, 
Ready-Made Clothing and Furnishings for Men, 
Youth, and Boys, No. 'Ah\ Main .Street. — ^Vniong 
the largest business interests of the country there 
are few that represent larger capital or wield a 
stronger influence than the clothing trade. In 
glancing over the houses engaged in this business 
in Fitcliburg one is naturally attracled to the fine 
store of Mr. U. E. Cleveland, in the Fitcliburg 
Savings Bank Building. This hou.se, although not 
established as long as others, has already attracteil 
to it a large patronage from the best classes of citi- 
zens, who find everything reliable and as repre- 
sented, and the satisfaction that is guaranteed 
in every garment that leaves the store. The 
business was established on March 1st, 1SS6, and 
by the energy and ability of the proprietor he has 
pushed his enterprise to a successful issue. He 
occupies a store 'i.oxlOO feet in size, which is fitted 
up in tl\e most attractive manner, with handsome 
show-cases and fixtures and every appliance for the 
successful transaction of business. 1 le carries one 
of the largest and finest assortments of ready-made 
clothing and gents' furnishings to be found in this 
section, which for quality, fit, style, and novelty of 
pattern are not surpassed by any competing house 
in the city. The stock is full and complete, em- 
bracing a full line of men's, youths', and boys' 
ready-made clothing, cut from the latest imported 
London fashions and patterns, and made from the 
best materials and finished in the finest manner; 
also a complete stock of gents' furnisliing g(iod.s, 
including all the latest novelties in neckwear, hand- 
kerchiefs, hosiery, glove.s, underwear, etc. Tliese 
goods are sold at astonishingly low jjrices, and from 
the inducements oftered to purchasers the trade is 
rapidly increasing. Mr. Cleveland is a native of 
Massachusetts, has resided in this city for the 
past twenty-five years, and is a gentleman of enter- 
prise and push, eminently popular, and deserving 
the success that has attended his venture. 

Hartwell & Reed, Marble Manufacturers, 
No. 279 Main Street.^This is claimed to be the 
oldest established marble works in the country. Its 
origin dates back to a period of fifty-six years ago, 
and was founded by Mr. Isaac Hartwell and con- 
ducted by him alone until 1S48, when he formed a 
partnership with Mr. George Reed, under the firm 
style of Hartwell & Reed. Mr. Hartwell has since 
died, and the surviving partners, Messrs. George 
and E. H. Reed, are now the proprietors. The 
former was born in Sterling and the latter is a 
native of Fitchburg, M;iss. The firm have commo- 
dious, well-equipped premises. They make a spe- 
cialty of fine marble statuary and carving, in which 
the most competent artists and sculptors are em- 
ployed. The firm are prepared to furnisli any- 
thing from a simple grave mark to the largest and 
most elaborate description of monumental work. 
Marble statuary of the most artistic value and 
marble work of all kinds in special designs are 
supplied at the lowest possible rates. They also 
furnish artistic bronze statuary, reliefs, etc. They 
are now engaged upon a monument in Italian 
marble to the late ex-mayor of the city, Mr. 
William H. Vose, which is to cost ?.50O, and upon 
a $900 monument in Italian marble for Caldwell & 
Lawrence, Leominster, Mass. In their show 
rooms they have a fine display of finished monu- 
ments and tablets. 



Fitcliburg' Gas Company, Oflice, No. 
3.'U Main Street ; II. F. Coggshall, Treasurer and 
Manager. — I itchburg's only gas company was in- 
corporated under the laws of the State of Massa- 
chusetts in 18.52 with a capital of JllO.OoO. The 
company's plant is located on the Old C'olony and 
Fitchburg railroad, about a mile from the town, 
and consists of the necessary works with two 
gasometers, one having a capacity of sixty-five 
thousand and the other of twenty-eight thousand 
cubic feet, with twelve miles of street mains. The 
company have under contract the lighting of a 
part of the city, which is done by means of sixty- 
seven street lamps. They also supply stores, dwel- 
lings, etc., on the most reasonable terms, and the 
illuminating power of the supply is all that can be 
desired. The company have a well-furnished office 
at No. 3.31 Mainstreet, and all communications re- 
ceived there are given immediate attention ; they 
also show their liberality to their consumers in 
supplying gas fixtures and the most approved burn- 
ers at mere cost. The president of the company is 
Hon. Rodney Wallace, who is a native of Ringe, 
N. II., and the treasurer and manager, Mr. H. F. 
Coggshall, was born in Connecticut. 

B. M. Pitts, Manufacturer of Carpet Warps, 
Fitchburg Cotton Mill, No. .')27 Main Street. — An 
important branch of industry is that of the manu- 
facture of cotton and carpet warjis, batting, twine, 
etc., and a prominent concern in this line is that of 
Mr. B. M. Pitts, of the Fitchburg Cotton Mill. 
This enterprise was founded in lS(i7 by Mr. H. W. 
Pitt.s, who, on the fourth of February, ]8S2, was 
succeeded by his son, the present proprietor, Mr. 
B. M. Pitts, who is a n.ative of Vermont. The 
plant comprises five buildings, the main one being 
a four-story brick structure 50x100 feet in dimen- 
sions, and these contain five thou.saud one hundred 
and twenty spindles and all other necessary me- 
chanical appliances. The machinery is operated 
by water power, and an engine and boilers, each of 
one hundred-horse power, are brought into service 
when the water supply proves deficient. The mill 
has a capacity for producing sixty thousand pounds 
of warp per month, and ninety hands are needed 
to carry on the operations of the concern. In addi- 
tion to its mill buildings the concern owns three 
dwellings for the use of operatives. The products 
are shipped to all parts of New E^ngland. 

Hardy & Pinder, Manufacturers of Patent 
Cast Metal Screen Plates, No. 11.5 Water Street. — 
This enterprising concern was founded in 1881 by 
the present proprietors, Messrs. William A. Hardy 
and Charles Pinder. "The works of the firm consist 
of a two-story brick building 2")x80 feet in di- 
mensions, and these are equipped with the most 
efficient mechanical api>liances. The firm make a 
specialty of manufacturing patent cast metal screen 
plates, and their trade is principally with paper- 
makers in all parts of the country. The firm make 
it a point to employ only the most skillful and re- 
liable workmen, of whom there are at present six 
engaged. Everything connected with these works 
and all the products reflect the highest credit on 
the proprietors for the ingenuity, skill, and at- 
tention to details, and the executive ability dis- 
played in successfully carrying on the enterprise 
Mr. Hardy is a native of New Hampshire, and Mr. 
Pinder was born in Massachusetts. 



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A. S. Lawtou & Co., Real Estate Agents, 
Kollstone Bank Building. — In Fitchbnrg we lind 
the leading real estate agency is that conducted bv 
Messrs. A. S. Lawton & Co., who are carrying on 
an extensive business. Messrs. A. tj. Lawtou and 



lathes, horizontal boring mills, traverse drills, pat- 
ternmakers' lathes, slide or compound rests, planer 
centres, planer chucks, shaft-straightening machines, 
and lathe chucks. The products of the establish- 
ment are shipped not only to every section of the 




J. L. Perkins, tlie members of the firm, are both 
natives of Massachusetts, and are widely known as 
well-informed, thoroughly practical, and enterpris- 
ing business men, whose knowledge of mercantile 
and real estate values is extensive and thorough. 
They established tlieir business here in LS71,and 
by sound, liberal, and reliable business methods 
have acquired a large number of permanent pa- 
trons. They employ two efficient assistants, and 
conduct all operations in the most systematic man- 
ner. Messrs. Lawton & Co. e.xecute every branch 
of the real estate business, negotiate mortgages, 
rent tenements and other houses, buy, sell, and 
lease property of all kinds, and have a large variety 
of farms, city, village, and country residences, mill 
property, and timber lands for sale. 

Fitcllburg- Machine Works, Manufac- 
turers of Machinists' Tools, Iron Working Ma- 
chinery, etc., Nos. 13 to 21 Main Street ; J. L. 
Chapman, Harrington Sibley, and Joseph S. Wil- 
son, Proprietors. — .\n old-established and notable 
concern engaged in the manufacture of machinists' 
tools and iron-working machinery of all kinds is 
the Fitchburg Machine Works, founded in 1864. 
This establishment is the largest of its ki id in 
Fitchburg, and comprises a three-story brick build- 
ing 150x150 feet in dimensions and four other 
frame building.s. The mechanical erjuipments of 
the establishment are as perfect as they can be 
made, and from seventy-five to one hundred ami 
twenty-five hands are permanently employed. 
They manufacture engine lathes, shafting lathes, 
special engine lathes, iron planers, upriglit drills, 
shaping machines, speed lathes, chucking lathes, 
special chucking lathes, gap bed chucking lathes, 
pulley turning lathes, car axle lathes, wagon axle 
lathes, milling machines, screw machines or turret 



country, but to England and Germany. The indi- 
vidual members of the firm are Messrs. J. L. Chap- 
man, Harrington Sibley, and Joseph S. Wilson ; 
Mr. J. L. Chapman is the superintendent and trea- 
surer, and all are natives of Massachusetts. 

C. H. Caldwell, Flour, Grain, and Feed, 
No. 421 Main Street. — The business of this house 
was founded in 1S73 by W. S. Wetherbee, Mr. 
Caldwell succeeding to the proprietorship in 1879. 
The store and basement, each 60x25 feet in dimen- 
sions, are occupied for the purposes of the business, 
together with a portion of the store at No. 423 
Main Street. A large stock is carried and three 
hands employed. The finest grades of flour, also 
medium grades, and the best grain and feed are 
always kept in store and are sold at the lowest 
cash prices. Both a wholesale and retail trade is 
carried on, the extent of which is constantly in- 
creasing. All orders are filled with prom)itne.ss. 
Mr. Caldwell is a native of Fitchburg, and in his 
business life liere has always enjoyed a reputation 
for fairness and liberality in all his dealings. 

Sliedd & Gordon, Dealers in Hardware, 

Cutlery, etc.. No. 350 Main Street.— One of the 
latest and most creditable hardware establishments 
in Fitchburg was opened in September, 1S86, 
by Messrs. Shedd h Gordon, who have a fine store 
covering an area of 100x25 feet. The members of 
tlie firm, Messrs. G. F. Shedd and (t. A. Gordon, 
are both natives of Keene, N. II., and are active, 
enterprising, and experienced business men. They 
have filled their handsome store with a large and 
very su))erior stock of hardware of every descrip- 
tion, cutlery, paints, oils, varnishes, glass, etc. — in 
fact, everything that is usually to be found in a 
first-class establishment of this description. 



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Lyman H. Gooclnow, Rollstone Iron Foun- 
dry. — Tliis well-known foundry, which is under 
the proprietorship of Mr. L. H. Goodnow, w;is 
established here in 1875 for the manufacture 
of tly wheels, pulleys, gears, segments, and other 
heavy machinery, and engine work of all kinds. 
He is also furnishing wire-drawing machinery for 
drawing all sizes of steel and iron rods, from iive- 
eighths inch to the finest sizes, and with the latest 
and most desirable improvements. The works are 
■very extensive, and are thoroughly equipped with 
all the latest improved machinery, tools, and appli- 
ances, and furnish employment to from fifty to 
seventy hands. In the list of products will be 
found as good an assortment of fly wheel and jnilley 
patterns as is in this country. These are made 
from three inches to twenty feet in diameter, any 
number of inches in face, and any weight desired. 
Here also are produced the greatest assortment of 
beTel, spur, and mortise rim gears, boxes, hangers 
and couplings. Particular attention is also paid to 
iron fronts for buildings, and estimates are promptly 
furnished from plans given for everything adapted 
to millwrights and manufacturers, such as lamp 
posts, hitching posts, boiler fronts and grates, shop 
stoves, etc., etc. .The facilities Mr. Goodnow has 
for making and finishing pulleys and balance 
wheels of any weight, from three inches to 
twenty feet in diameter, any desired number 
of inches in width, made whole or in halves, 
turned, bored, andslotted ready for shaft, are unsur- 
passed. Having the facilities at his command for 
turning large pulleys, Mr. Goodnow can give you 
prices beyond competition. Mr. Goodnow is a 
native of Worcester, Mass., and highly regarded in 
commercial and manufacturing circles. 

William A. Harrty, Brass Founder and 
Manufacturer of Refined Babbitt Metals and Car 
Axle Boxes, etc.. No. 115 Water Street.— Mr. Wil- 
liam A. Hardy has for a period of thirty-si.x years 
been conducting a brisk and prosperous trade at his 
present stand. He is a native of Massachusetts, 
and his long experience inthe business has qualified 
him .ns an expert in every branch of his art. The 
foundry is a two-story brick building, with a 
frontage of 25 feet and a depth of 60 feet. It is 
fitted up in the most approved style for the carrying 
oh of the manufacture of brass goods of every de- 
scription and of refined Babbitt metal, for which 
the house has gained a widespread reputation. The 
house enjoys a large railroad patronage, and the 
trade relations of the concern extend to all parts of 
the New England States. Seven hands, skilled in 
thebusiness, are permanently employed. A specialty 
is made of machinery castings. Asa businessman 
of ability and enterprise, Mr. Hardy has always 
been held in the highest esteem. 

Geo. Rob*I>ins & Co., Plumbers and Steam 
and Gas Fitters, Dealers in Furnaces, Stoves, 
Ranges, etc.. No. 13 Water Street. — Among the 
best known and leading firms engaged in this line 
in Fitchburgcan be named that of George Robbins 
& Co. This widely known and nourishing concern 
was originally established in 1S53 by J. W. Allen 
& Co., they conducting it up to 1S68, when it 
passed into the control of the enterprising and 
popular firm whose name heads this sketch. They 
occupy ample and commodious premises, an<l carry 
a large and excellent stock, comprising, besides 



plumbers' materials, gas fixtures, pipe, and fittings, 
also furnaces, stoves, ranges, etc., a specialty being 
made of contracting for plumbing and heating by 
steam, hot water, and air all classes of buildings, 
and upward of fifteen hands altogether are era- 
ployed. The copartnership consists of Messrs. 
George Robbins and Willard Dennis, the former a 
native of Leominster and the latter of Barre, Mass. 

Charles A. Priest, Dealer in Lumber and 
Manufacturer of Doors, Sash, Blinds, Moldings, 
etc.. No. 45 Rollstone Street. — The reliable and 
enterprising concern of Mr. Charles A. Priest was 
founded in 1871, and throughout its career has been 
accorded considerable and infiuential support, and 
it now controls a business of large proportions. 
The works are convenientl) situated near the Fitch- 
burg railroad, and comprise five buildings and an 
extensive lumber j-ard. The main buildings com- 
prise tlie molding factory, a two-story frame struc- 
ture 40x100 feet in dimensions, lighted by electric 
lights, and an office and storage house two stories 
high and measuring 30x100 feet. The manu- 
facturing department is equipped with the latest 
improved wood-working machinery, which is 0]ie- 
rated by water power and a steam engine and two 
boilers, each of eighty-five-horse power. Fifty 
hands are permanently employeil, and the concern 
manufactures extensively sash, door.s, blinds, mold- 
ings, brackets, trimmings, etc., and makes a specialty 
of fine hardwood work, such as stairs and interior 
furnishings, including mantels and store fixtures. 
hX\ tliese productions are unsurpassed for quality, 
workmanship, and general excellence by those of 
any other first-class house in the trade. Mr. Priest 
enjoys excellent facilities, and can always quote 
satisfactory prices for all branches of work. Mr. 
Priest, who is a native of Hillsborough, N.H., has 
been a resident in the city for the past sixteen 
years. 

A. li. Williams & Co., Proprietors of 
" Cobb's Boston Branch," Staple and Fancy Gro- 
ceries, No. 163 Main Street. — Through the enterprise 
of Messrs. C. D. Cobb & Brothers the people are en- 
abled to purchase goods all over the State at Boston 
prices. Cobb's Boston Branch is under the able 
and efficient management of Mr. A. L. Williams, 
their partner here, and where purchasers can 
always find a full assortment of staple and fancy 
groceries, pure and fresh teas, coffees, spices, prime 
dairy butter, delicacies, and table luxuries at popu- 
lar prices. This flourishing concern was started 
here in 1876, and from its inception has been a 
positive and permanent success, the trade growing 
and extending steadily and rapidly from the first 
until now it is exceedingly large, the annual sales 
reaching a very handsome figure. The premises 
occupied comprise a store and basement, each '25x 
100 feet in dimensions, hansomely fitted and admir- 
ably arranged, a heavy and carefully assorted stock 
being constantly carried, including, besides fine 
teas, coffees, spices, and general family groceries, 
also dried fruits of every variety, sauces, canned 
and bottled goods, condiments, preserves, cereal 
products, sugars, molasses, and staple commodities 
of every description. The trade is both wholesale 
and retail, and six efficient and capable assistants 
are em'[)loved, while three delivery wagons are in 
constant service. Mr. Williams ia a native of 
Vermont. 



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Parker & Co., Manufacturers of Black Wal- 
nut Furniture. — In the city of Fitchburg no house 
takes a higher position in the manufacture and sale 
of furniture than Messrs. Parker Ik, Co., who are 
widely known as proprietors of the Fitchburg Fur- 
niture Company, of No. 335 Main street, and also 
retail dealers in furniture, bedding, etc. The busi- 




ness was founded in 1850 by Mr. C. M. Parker, who 
has since conducted it under the above name. It 
is, naturally, one of the landmarks of the furniture 
trade in this city. The premises occupied in the 
business comprise a factory two and three stories 
high, 80x100 feet in dimensions, and five ware- 
rooms 25x150 feet, and employment is given to 
forty hands. The stock is very large and complete 
in fine and medium furniture^ The specialty of 
the house is in the manufacture of black walnut 
furniture ; they also manufacture office and parlor 
desks, hall stands, pillar extension tables, centre 
tables, folding cribs, swing cradles, etc., in mahogany, 
cherry, ash, and allfaney woods now in use, all of the 
work being done under the most careful supervision. 
The commonest materials, when used by this house, 
assume unique and pleasing shapes, in styles both 
in unison with the modern and the antique. Much 
of the ware is matchless for costly elegance and 
tasteful composition. Suffice to say, the house can j 
be commended as offering the best possible induce- 
ments as regards both excellence of stock and econ- 
omy of prices. Mr. Parker, the proprietor, is a 
native of Reed's Ferry, N. H., and has built 
up a large and first-class trade throughout New 
England, New York, and Pennsylvania, by honest, 
enterprising, and legitimate endeavor. 

H. E. Uraiin, Dealer in Fine Boots and 
Shoes, No. 116 Main Street. — ^Although a compara- 
tively new enterprise in the city, being established 
in November, 18S5, the neat and well-kept shoe 
emporium of H. E. Urann has secured a firm hold 
on popular favor not often accorded, liandling an 
excellent and reliable class of goods, and honest and 
upright in his dealings, and an extensive and supe- 
rior stock is constantly carried, embracing a com- 
plete assortment of fineand mediumgradesof men's, 
women's, misses', youths', and children's boots and 
shoes, two efficient and polite assistants attending 
to the wants of customers and patrons. The store 
is ample and commodious, being 25x100 feet in 
dimensions, handsomely fitted up and tastefully ar- 
ranged ; altogether a large and rapidly increasing 
trade is done. Mr. Urann, who is a native of Bos- 
ton, is a man of energy and excellent business 
ability. 



F. C. Currier & Son (Curriers' Ticket 
Agency], General Ticket and Insiu-ance Agents, 
No. 210 Main Street. — Special mention should be 
made of that useful and virtually indispensable 
institution, " Curriers' General Ticket and Insur- 
ance Agency," where travelers and tourists can be 
furnished with tickets by railroad or steamboat for 
all lines of travel at current rates, and those desir- 
ing to become insured in most of the leading com- 
panies in the world can be accommodated. This 
flourishing enterprise was started in 1869 by F. C. 
Currier, who conducted it alone up to 1880, when 
he admitted into pa. nership his son, Fred. A. Cur- 
rier, thus constituting the popular and prosperous 
firm whose name heads tills sketch. Railroad and 
steamer tickets to all the principal points by any of 
the leading lines are sold, also tourist and excur- 
sion tickets to all summer and winter resorts and 
points of interest, and information as to rates, 
routes, etc., is cheerfully given, time-tables and fold- 
ers being furnished free and parlor and sleeping 
car acconmiodations are promptly secured. Cabin 
and steerage passage tickets to and from Europe 
via Cunard Line, Allan Line, Inman Line, Anchor 
Line, State Line, Rotterdam Line, Guion Line, 
American Line, Red Star Line, White Star Line, 
and North German Lloyd Line are also for sale at 
Boston and New York rates, and cabin jjlana can 
be seen at the office. Sight drafts, payable without 
charge, on England, Ireland, Scotland, France, 
Germany, and Sweden are issued at lowest rates, 
all orders or inquiries by mail receiving prompt at- 
tention, and United States passports are furnished. 
They also represent the following stable and reli- 
able insurance institutions : Insurance Company of 
North America, Philadelphia; Orient Insurance 
Company, of Hartford ; Equitable Fire and Marine, 
of Providence ; Merchants' Insurance Comi)any, of 
Newark; Traders', of Chicago; Lancashire, of 
England; Phrt'uix, of London, Eng. ; also first- 
class mutual companies and steam-boiler, plate- 
glass, life and accident insurance, and marine risks 
being placed to any part of the world at same terms 
as prevail in Boston and New York. Messrs. Cur- 
rier are natives of HoUister, Mass. 

Albee, LiyoiiS & Co. , Ready-Made Clothing, 
Hats, Caps, and Gents' Furnishing Goods, Trunks, 
Bags, etc.. No. 158 Main Street.— The establish- 
ment of Messrs. Albee, Lyons & Co. was founded 
in 1875, and holds a commanding position among 
the principal mercantile institutions of the city. 
The premises occupied are large and handsomely 
appointed. Each department is complete within 
itself, while the most thorough system prevails. 
The firm devotes itself to the sale of clothing of 
all kinds for men, boys, youth, and children, every- 
thing being made in the latest style, of the best 
materials, and selected with the greatest care and 
judgment. The stock embraces every variety of 
such goods, and the finer lines are equal in every 
respect to the best custom work in fit, finish, ele- 
gance, and fashion. The stock of hats embraces all 
the latest styles, and the assortment of gents' fur- 
nishings includes all the novelties in neckwear and 
standard goods in white and colored shirts, under- 
wear, hosiery, gloves, handkerchiefs collars, and 
cuff's. A competent corps of clerks is employed, 
and the trade is brisk and lively. The firm is com- 
posed of Messrs. L. C. Alheeand William J. Lyons, 
both Massachusetts men bv birth. 



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Mack & Jennisoil, Plumbers, Steam and 
Gas Fitters, Sheet-Iron and Copper Workers, 
Agents for tlie Magee Furnace Company, Nos. 243 
and 245 Main, and No. 1. Putnam .Streets. — In the 
mechanical arts there is no branch of more import- 
ance than plumbing, ga.s, and steam fitting. This 
work is of the utmost importance to every house 
and building in the city of Fitchburg, and for 
health and comfort it is necessary that it should 
be well and carefully performed. Health and hap- 
piness depend in a great measure on this work, and 
too much care cannot be exercised in selecting a 
suitable and intelligent engineer. Among those 
who stand prominent in the trade, and who pos- 
sess the largest institution of the kind in the city, 
is the firm of Mack & Jennisou. This house was 
founded in 1S70 by Mr. A. A. Spear, and, after 
some changes, the present firm succeeded to the 
business in July, 1S85. They occupy two large 
stores, 25.^80 feet each, and give steady employ- 
ment to twenty-five skilled and experienced hands. 
The premises are fully stocked with all kinds of 
stoves, ranges, and furnaces, plumbers', steam and gas- 
fitters' supplies, and all the demands of the public 
in these different lines of trade are met in every 
instance. The stock of stoves and ranges comprises 
every improvement made in the line of cooking and 
heating, and all the varieties manufactured by the 
Magee Furnace Company, who have appointed 
Messrs. Mack & Jennisou their agents in this city. 
Sanitary plumbing being a specialty of this house, 
its patrons can always implicitly rely upon the 
skill and faithfulness of every job performed. The 
members of the fii-m are Messrs. James H. Mack 
and Herbert E. Jennisou, both natives of this city, 
and recognized in this community as representa- 
tive, reliable, and successful business men. 

D. Cross, Merchant Tailor, No. 357 Main 
Street. — Mr. D. Cross, the veteran merchant tailor, 
has for more than a half century been sustaining a 
splendid reputation which he made over two gene- 
rations ago. Mr. Cross was born in New Hamp- 
shire, and came to Fitchburg in 1833 and estab- 
lished himself in business. He started in a small 
way, but his industry and worth soon gained for 
him an excellent patronage and his business has 
ever since been growing in proportions. To-day he 
gives employment to fifteen skilled hands, and is 
enjoying a large and lucrative patronage. His 
spacious store and workshop are furnished and 
equipped in first-class style. The store is filled 
with a large stock of foreign and domestic fabrics 
for suitings, from which an excellent choice can be 
made. The goods are very superior in quality, and 
embrace all the latest fashionable patterns and col- 
ors. Mr. Cross is an artist tailor and makes a 
specialty of supplying to order the most perfect- 
fitting garments at the lowest prices. 

G. M. Faulkner, Bookseller and Stationer, 
No. 244 Main Street. — Among the younger con- 
cerns that have recently sprung into prominence in 
this city is that of G. M. Faulkner, bookseller and 
stationer, which, although established only since 
April of the present year, has already secured a 
hold on public favor such as is not often accorded 
to mucli older establishments. He occupies a spa- 
cious and commodious store, neatly fitted up and 
arranged, a«d carries a large and excellent stock, 
embracing blank books,, literature and school books. 



pictorials, periodicals and magazines, wedding and 
Christmas cards, novelties, fancy articles, and a full 
and fine assortment of stationery of every descrip- 
tion, and an efficient and capable assistant is em- 
ployed, the trade, which is chiefly retail, with 
some jobbing, giving evidence of steady and mate- 
rial increase. Mr. Faulkner is a native of Wal- 
pole, N. H. 

Parkliill Manufacturing' Company, 

Manufacturers of (iinghams, Circle Street Mills. — • 
The fine dress and plain ginghams bearing the 
trade-mark of a triple star and the motto " Toile 
du Nord " are extensively known, and are the pro- 
duct of the Parkhill Manufacturing Company, at 
the Circle Street Mills, Fitchburg. This company 
was incorporated under the laws of Massachusetts 
in 1880, with a capital of $100,000. The presi- 
dent, Mr. John Parkhill, is a native of Scotland, 
and the resident treasurer and agent, Mr. Arthur 
H. Lowe, is a native of Rindge, N. H. The manu- 
facturing premises consist in all of four buildings. 
The main mill is a three and four story brick build- 
ing, covering an area of 50x285 feet. Another mill 
of brick is three stories high, and has a frontage of 
55 feet and a depth of 145 feet, and the third largest 
building is a two-story frame structure 50x110 feet 
in area. These mills are equipped with the best 
modern improved machinery, which embraces six 
hundred and thirty-four looms of the newest pat- 
terns. The plain and fancy ginghams manufac- 
tured here are standard goods in the market, and 
they rank among the most salable and popular of 
all the brands. Over four hundred hands are per- 
manently employed, and some eighteen thousand 
yards of cloth are produced daily. The selling 
agents for the goods of the Parkhill Manufacturing 
Companv are Messrs. Denny, Poor & Co., of No. 
114 Worth street. New York, and No. 268 Devon- 
shire street, Boston. 

Walter P. Guy, Wholesale and Retail Dealer 
in Groceries, Flour, Crockery, etc., corner Main 
and Blossom Streets. — Among the oldest and most 
stable and reliable concerns engaged in this line 
here can be named the well-known establishment 
of Walter P. Ciuy, which is the best stocked and 
leading store of the kind hereabouts. The house 
' was founded iu 1863 by the present proprietor, the 
trade growing and expanding with years, until now 
j the annual sales reach a very handsome figure. 
A heavy and well-selected stock is constantly car- 
ried to meet the requirements of a steady and ex- 
\ tensive demand, including a full and fine line of 
staple and fancy groceries, teas, coflTees, and spices, 
canned goods, and cereal and other food products, 
prime dairy butter, preserves, sauces, condiments, 
and table luxuries, and flour (the latter being re- 
ceived direct from the mills in carload lots), and an 
excellent assortment of crockery, glassware, etc., 
and three active and efficient clerks are employed. 
Mr. Guy was born in Dedham, Mass., and is an old 
! and highly respected resident of Fitchburg. He 
J owns a large furniture and crockery store iu Brock- 
: ton, the largest and leading grocery and crockery 
store in Spencer, also a large grocery and grain 
[ store in Southbridge, and a furniture and crockery 
I store in the same town. Mr. Guy uses so many 
' goods that it enables him to buy of first hands, 
thereby saving the jobbers' profit, which benefit he 
gives to his customers. 



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CITY OF FITCHBURG. 



Cleglioril Mills, Manufacturers of Dress 
Ginghams, River Street. — The Cleghorn Mills, 
located on River street, in this city, are among tlie 
very best models of our manufacturing establish- 
ments. The corporation was organized in 188.'), 
with a capital of 1 100,000, and were enabled to 
erect elegant and capacious buildings and stock 
them with the best improved macliinery. For the 
construction and running operations of this estalj- 
lishment long e.xperience in the old manufacturing 
centres of New England was availed of, and the 
best engineering talent was eraploj-ed to construct 
machinery which American experience and Kuro- 
pean observation had shown to be most effective 
and economical. There are in all three buildings. 
The main mill is a four-story brick structure, 
60x200 feet in dimensions, and the dye liouse, a 
frame building, covers a like area, and is two stories 
high. There are three hundred and twenty-five 
looms and other machinery in operation, the mo- 
tive power being furnished by a Brown engine 
and boilers, each with a capacity of two hun- 
dred and fifty-horse power, made in Fitchburg. 
The employees in tlie various departments number 
two lunidred and twenty-five. The concern <le- 
votes its energies to the production of a fine class 
of dress ginghams, wliich are finely woven, of clean 
material, and go upon the market in beautiful and 
attractive style. These goods, wherever intro- 
duced, have found great favor, and a very brisk 
demand for them is being experienced by the com- 
pany, whose policy is an energetic and progressive 
one. The president and manager is Mr. Andrew 
Cleghorn, and the treasurer Mr. Arthur H. Lowe. 
The selling agents for the company are Messrs. 
Denny, Poor & Co., Nos. 114 and 116 North street, 
New York. 

Edward Connor, Fashionable Tailor, No. 
236 Main Street. — Among the foremost exponents 
of the tailor's art in this city can be named Edward 
Connor, fashionable tailor, No. 236 Main street, who 
maintains a position in the fore front in his line 
hereabouts, his work being not surpassed in any 
feature that goes to make elegant apparel — cut, 
fit, finish, or material — by any one engaged in the 
business in Fitchburg. Mr. Connor, who is a man 
in the prime of life and a native of St. John's, N. 
F., embarked in business on his own account liere 
in 1876, and at once bounded into popular favor 
and prosperity well deserved. Being an expert 
cutter and a thorough workman in every respect, 
and withal a man of push and energy, and de- 
voting close personal attention to every detail of 
his business, the result could scarcely be any other 
than tlie positive and permanent success he has 
achieved. He occupies neat and commodious quar- 
ters, and carries on hand a large and finely selec- 
ted stock, including tlie finest imported and domes- 
tic fabrics — cassimeres, cloths, worsteds, plaids, 
checks, etc. — and employment is afforded to some 
twelve to fifteen skilled hands, this being by com- 
mon consent the tailoring establishment par excel- 
lence in J'itchburg. 

Georg-e H. Randel, Dealer in Provisions 
of all kinds. No. 304 Main Street. — A prominent 
house engaged in the provision business is that of 
Mr. George H. Randel. This business was estab- 
lished by the present ))roprietor in 1S72. The 
premises occupied are commodious, and tlioroughly 



equipped with all appliances necessary to conduct- 
ing the business. The stock is full and complete and 
embraces a carefully selected assortment <if poultry, 
game, fresh meats, canned goods, fruits, smoked and 
salt meats, choice creamery butler, lard, cheese, 
eggs, vegetables, and other farm and dairy products — 
in short, everything usually found in a well-regula- 
ted provision establishment. The goods of this 
house are noted for their feshness, absolute purity, 
and extremely low prices, and customers can 
always rely upon the excellent character of the 
goods they receive. The store is a model of neat- 
ness and cleanliness, and the proprietor devotes his 
enti.e personal attention to every detail. Mr. 
Randel was born in Vermont, and has resided here 
for many years. 

A. B. Lawrence & Co., Hardware and 

Iron Merchants. — Not in many branches of mercan- 
tile activity in this country has the march of pro- 
gress wrought such a veritable revolution during 
the past quarter of a century as in the general bard- 
ware trade, as the multifarious assortment of useful 
and ingenious devices, appliances, tools, and house- 
hold articles to be found in a leading establishment 
in this line to-day abundantly attests. In this con- 
nection special mention should here be made of the 
flourishing concern of A. B. Lawrence & Co., 
hardware and iron merchants, this town, which is 
by common consent one of the best-equipped and 
most reliable stores in this branch of business in 
Fitchburg. This well and favorably known house 
was established in 1870, and from its inception 
down to the present day its career lias been a record 
of steady progress and prosperity, and owing en- 
tirely to the superiority of the goods, coupled with 
upright and honorable dealing. The premises 
occupied are ample and commodious, the store 
being 25.xl00 feet in dimensions, with handsome 
otfice, and a heavy and carefully selected stock is 
constantly carried, comprising a full and fine line 
of general hardware, wagon stock, wheel stock, 
sleighs and sleigh woods, iron and steel goods, 
nails, builders' supplies, mechanics' tools, farm and 
garden implements, cutlery, hoiisefurnishing arti- 
cles, paints, oils, varnishes, putty, glass, etc., phos- 
phates and land fertilizers, and four competent 
and efEcient clerks are employed, the trade being 
both wholesale and retail. Mr. Lawrence, who i» 
sole proprietor (the "Co." being nominal), is a 
comparatively young man, being about forty years 
old, and was born in Brimfield, Xiass. 

Ij. Spragrne & Co., Crockery, Cutlery, Glass 
and Plated Ware, Carpets, Feathers, Paperhangings, 
etc.. No. 382 Main Street. — This business was estab- 
lished by L. Sprague & Co. in 1861, and for thirty- 
five years they have been conducting a most prosper- 
ous and successful trade. Their spacious place of 
business has a frontage of 25 feet and a depth of 146 
feet, and is fitted up in first-class style. The store 
contains an immense stock of all kinds of crockery, 
cutlery, glass and plated ware, carpets, feathers, 
paperhangings, etc., every article having been care- 
fully selected from the best-known and most reliable 
sources of supply, and being fiUly warranted to be 
the best obtainable. The firm employ five active 
and courteous assistants. The members of the firm 
are Mr. L. Sprague and Mr. F. H. Colburn, the 
former a native of Bicbmond, N. H., the latter of 
Leominster, Mass. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



1C7 



National House, J. E. Jacques, Proprietor, 
Nos. 398 and 4U0 Main Street. — What is now 
known iis the National House is an institution that 
has for forty years been a leading hostelry in this 
town, and was formerly known as the Kollstone 
House. The present management succeeded to the 
control in April, 1885, Mr. C. L. Demers being the 
previous proprietor. Mr. J. E. Jacques, the pres- 
sent manager, is a native of Canada and has re- 
sided in the United States for twentyhve years, 
and has had a large experience in hotel manage- 
ment. The hotel is an L-shaped building, having 
dimensions of 100x75 feet. It is three stories in 
height, and is furnished throughout in excellent 
style. There are ninety-two sleeping-apartments, 
well ventilated, lighted, and models of cleanliness. 
Hot and cold water and baths add to the comforts 
of the house. On the first floor are located the 
business office, the reading and writing room, and 
the barroom, which is tilled with choice, pure liq- 
uors of all kinds. The parlor and dining-room, 
which has sealing accommodations for one hundred 
persons, are on the second floor. The table is al- 
ways furnished with the choicest edibles, embrac- 
ing all the latest delicacies of the season. The 
rates charged are but one dollar and a half per day 
and the commercial trade in particular is catered to. 
A fine livery stable is connected with the house and 
fine teams can be had at moderate prices. 

Geo. B. Knowlton, Agent for the Page 
Belting Company ; also, Dealer in Hardware and 
Cutlery, Savings Bank Block, No. 348 Main Street. 
— A recognized leader in his field of enterprise is 
Mr. tieorge B. Knowlton, wholesjile and retail 
dealer in hardware, stoves, kitchen furniture, 
plumbing, and cutlery, and agent for the Page 
Belting Company. Since he established his enter- 
prise here in 1869, he has developed a trade of 
considerable and still increasing magnitude. The 
headquarters of the business are in the Savings 
Bank block, in a store 100x25 feet in dimensions. 
It is completely filled with a large and superior 
stock of hardware and cutlery, kitchen goods, and 
stoves of all kinds, arranged in excellent style. A 
full supply of Page's standard belting and lacing is 
also always kept in stock, and is sold in large or 
small quantities. Five hands are employed in the 
various departments. All orders for plumbing and 
stove work are promptly filled. Mr. Knowlton is 
a native of Massachusetts, his birthplace being in 
Lowell. 

Hiram A. Goodrich, Flour, Groceries, etc., 
No. 133 Main Street. — This house was established 
in 1882, since which time it has always enjoyed a 
large and steadily increasing trade. The store is 
25x75 feet in size and fitted up with every facility 
for the transaction of business. The stock is at- 
tractively displayed, the store well kept, and an air 
of neatness and cleanliness pervades the establish- 
ment. The stock is always large, and embraces all 
staple and fancy groceries, flour of the best brands, 
first-crop teas and most fragrant coHees, hermeti- 
cally sealed goods, and American table delicacies. 
These goods are all noted for their freshness, 
absolute purity, and low prices, which are beyond 
competition. Two courteous clerks are in attend- 
ance, and prompt service is rendered and orders are 
filled at the shortest notice. Mr. Goodrich is a 
native of Vermont. 



J. C. Sanborn, Pictures, Picture Frames, 
Stationery, Newspapers, Magazines, etc., Nos. 371 and 
373 Main Street. — A prominent house engaged in 
this line of business is that of Mr. J. C. Sanborn. 
This business was established in 1875 by the 
present proprietor, and from the date of its com- 
mencement has been the recipient of a flattering 
patronage. The premises occupied are large and 
commodious, are under the Fitchburg House, and 
are fitted up in the most elegant manner. The 
stock is thorough and complete, and embraces 
everything in the line of pictures, picture frames, 
stationery, consecutive books, flexible memoran- 
dums, day books, ledgers, journals, legal and fools- 
cap, letter and note papers, envelopes of the latest 
designs, inks, inkstands, pens, pencils, paper weights, 
etc., also cards, toys, novelties, school supplies, etc. 
He likewise is in receipt of all the principal daily 
and weekly papers as soon as published, and the 
leading magazines and periodicals are always to 
be found here fresh from the press. In addition to 
this he has established a circulating library, which 
contains all the standard and popular works of the 
day. The trade is both wholesale and retail, espe- 
cially in fireworks in their season. A specialty is 
made of the manufacture of picture frames to order, 
and he is the regular selling agent for Roger's cele- 
brated pastels. Mr. Sanborn was born in Wash- 
ington, Vt.; and has resided here since 1873. 

W. H. Chandler, Dealer in Boots, Shoes, 
and Rubbers, No. 3U7 Main Street. — A prominent 
house engaged in the boot and shoe industry is that 
of Mr. W. H. Chandler, which was established by 
the present proprietor in July, 188G. The store is 
spacious and commodious, elegantly and hand- 
somely fitted up, and supplied with every con- 
venience. The assortment of boots and shoes has 
been carefully selected, and embraces boots, shoes, 
and gaiters for gentlemen, youths, and boys, and in 
the line of articles for laxlies, misses, and children 
everything for footwear, from the strong walking- 
boot to the dainty kid slipper, besides a full and 
complete line of rubbers, sandals, and arctics. These 
are all of the best quality, made in the best style of 
workmanship, and of the latest and most elegant 
fashionable patterns, and are oflered to customers at 
the very lowest prices consistent with a living busi- 
ness. Mr. Chandler was born in Sterling, Mass., 
and is very popular with all who have entered into 
business relations with him. 

Geo. W. Wrig-ht, Printer, No. 360 Main 

Street. — This establishment dates its existence 
from June, 1877. Mr. George W. Wright, the 
proprietor, is a native of this town, and has by his 
enterprise achieved well-deserved success. He oc- 
cupies three commodious rooms, two 25x25 feet in 
dimensions, the other 15x10 feet, the latter being 
used as the business office. The workrooms are 
splendidly equipped with a fine cylinder press and 
two jobbing presses, operated by a four-horse power 
engine and boiler, also by water power. The as- 
sortment of type is complete in every respect, and 
a profuse variety of printing-office furniture is at 
hand. Mr. Wright executes all kinds of mercan- 
tile and general job work, and a specialty in wed- 
ding work, and in mechanical finish and perfection 
the house is unexcelled, while the prices charged 
are invariably reasonable. Mr. Wright gives em- 
I ployment to four experienced hands. 



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C/TY OF FITCH B URG. 



Safety Fund National Bank, No. 232 

Main Street. — This is not only one of the most 
popuhir banks in the city, but also one of the best 
managed. From its organization in April, 1874, to 
the present time it has retained the confidence of 
the public in a marked degree. Its founders were 
men who had the rare foresight to recognize tlie 
possibilities of sucii an institution, and wlio laid the 
foundations sufficiently strong and deep to bear any 
superstructure that time, experience, and wealth 
might rear. The bank has a capital of $-00,001), a 
present surplus of $20,000, and is officered as fol- 
lows, viz.: President, Henry Allison; cashier, 
George K. Tapley ; Directors — Lyman Patch, F. K. 
Woodward, Henry Allison, J. F. D. Garfield, Frank 
Leighton, Charles F. Putnam, E. M. Dickinson, 
R. K. C!onn, George R. Wallace, (ieorge Hall, li. M. 
Pitts, Wilder P. Clark. A general banking busi- 
ness is transacted, including the receiving of de- 
posits, the discounting of approved commercial 
paper, the collection of drafts, and the dealing in 
tirst-chiss securities. Under its present wise and 
conservative management, this bank is doing a 
large and safe business, all of its movements 
being marked by prudence, caution, and honorable 
business methods, while it is generally recognized 
as one of those solid, ably conducted institutions 
which reflect credit alike upon its officers and the 
community where its influence is felt. The presi- 
dent, Mr. Allison, is a n.itive of Rome, N. Y., and 
has filled his responsible position since 1874 with 
the utmost satisfaction and credit. The cashier, 
Mr. Tapley, is a native of Lowell, Mass., and a 
gentleman well known for financial ability and 
sterling worth, while the directors comprise much 
of the business element of the city and its sur- 
rounding towns. 

H. «T. Liacey, Groceries, Dry Goods, Flour, 
Grain, Crockery, Glassware, and Farming Imple- 
ments, also Commission Merchant, West Fitchburg. 
— -Among the finer stores devoted to the grocery 
and dry goods trade in this section a very popular 
one is that of Mr. H. J. Lacey, who has been be- 
fore the people of We.st Fitchburg in this line of 
business since 188.3. The premises cover an area 
of 0O.ic200 feet, and afford unexcelled facilities for 
the storage and display of a large stock of goods. 
Mr. Lacey carries a first-class assortment of goods, 
the stock embracing a complete variety of choice 
staple and fancy groceries, dry goods of every de- 
scription, flour, grain, crockery, glassware, and 
farming imi)lements, etc. Mr. Lacey also eon- 
ducts a good business as a commission merchant, 
and solicits consignments. He finds a ready mar- 
ket for all goods sent him, and makes prompt and 
satisfactory returns. He employs three experi- 
enced clerks, and runs a delivery wagon. His 
store has an enviable reputation for selling supe- 
rior goods at very low prices. Mr. L.acey is a 
native of England, but has resided in the LTnited 
States for the last forty -one years. 

J. E. Thompson, Stationer, under Ameri- 
can House. — Among the flourishing and most 
popular mercantile establishments in Fitchburg 
may be mentioned the well-ordered and attractive 
emporium of J. E. Thompson, stationer. The 
business was established in 1874 by the present pro- 
prietor, and from the first has been conducted with 
the most gr.atifying success. The store is 25x100 



j feet in dimensiong and tastefully fitted up and ar- 
ranged, and an extensive and admirably assorted 
stock is constantly carried, embracing a full and 
fine line of commercial and school stationery, blank 
books, pictorials, periodicals and magazines, novel- 
ties in cards, artistic and fancy articles, small wares, 
albums, and everything that is to be found in first- 
class establishments of the kind, and the trade, 
which is both wholesale and retail, is very exten- 
sive, two polite and capable assistants attending to 
the wants of purcha,sers and patrons. Mr. Thomp- 
son is a native of Lunenburg, this State, and a resi- 
dent of Fitchburg twelve years. 

Fitchburg Mutual Fire Insurance 
Company, Savings Bank Block, Main Street. — 
The Fitchburg Mutual Fire Insurance Company is 
one of the most ably managed institutions of its 
kind in the United States. The company was in- 
corporated in 1847. As an indication of the growth 
of the company's business and the steady increase 
in prosperity which has attended its career, it may 
be stated here that it has the snug surplus of 
$111,790 standing to its credit, and assets amount- 
ing to $2.')8,7'J4. The Board of Directors embraces 
a select list of conservative, yet enterprising, clear- 
headed business men, who merit the appreciation 
substantially shown by the yearly increasing list of 
policy holders. The president and treasurer of the 
company is Mr. L. II. Br.adford, who is a native of 
Providence, R. I., and who has held his present 
office for a period of thirteen years, and has been 
elected a director forty times. The secretary, Mr. 
E. P. Downe, is a native of Fitchburg. In the 
conduct of the business of the company these gen- 
tlemen have always manifested a high degree of 
ability, enterprise, and intelligence, which, com- 
bined with fair dealing, have gained for them an 
enviable reputation. The comj)any insure all 
classes of insurable property at the lowest rates 
compatible with security, and as the business is con- 
ducted on the nmtual plan all policy holders are 
partners in the business and share in the profits. 
The company have a fine suit of offices in the 
Savings Bank Block. 

J. C. Moulton, Photo. Artist, No. 368 
Main Street. — A gentleman who has been promi- 
nently before the public for more than the years 
compriseil in an average lifetime as a leader in his 
line of business is Mr. J. C. Moulton, the popular 
photo, artist. He originally came from Sandwich, N. 
II., and in 1848 established himself in business in 
Fitchburg. He has hud forty years' valuable ex- 
perience at his calling, and substantial evidences of 
his skill can be found in thousands of homes 
throughout the country. His rooms are models of 
completeness, and his facilities for turning out 
first-class work are unsurpassed. He is prepared 
to make all styles of pictures in oil, crayon, and 
pastel true to life, and in finish and general excel- 
lence thoroughly up with tlie most advanced state 
of the art. He furnishes the finest cabinet impe- 
rials at five dollars per dozen, and other styles at 
correspondingly low rates. Four ;issistants help 
Mr. Moulton in attending to the work of the estab- 
lishment. Persons desiring pictures true to life 
would do well to visit this popular establishment 
and examine the handsome specimens there dis- 
played. 



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Fitchburgr Steam- Engine Company, 

Manufacturers of and Dealers in Steam-Engines, 
No. 106 Water Street.— The Fitchburg Steam- 
Engine Company as manufacturers of and dealers 
in steam-engines and boilers ranks among the 
largest in this section. The tompany was incor- 
porated in 187(3, ami has as its officers Mr. Hale 
W. Page, president; Frederick Fosdick, treasurer, 
and Charles Fosdick, superintendent. The premises 
occupied by the business are large and spacious, 
while in the matter of mechanical equipment the 
works compare favorably with the best in the 
country. Sixty hands are employed, the greater 
number of whom are skilled and expert mechanics. 
The (iroduct comprises steam-engines, with or 
without automatic cut-off, and boilers of all sizes 
and styles. All of the machinery turned out here 
is of great durability and perfection of Hnish. These 
goods are shipped to all parts of the United States, 
and are held in li igh favor wherever introduced. A 
large export trade has also been established with 
Oermany. This company may well be considered 
as entitled to distinguished coasideration for the 
prominent part it is taking in building up this 
industry, which affords employment to so many 
worthy workmen. The management is composed 
of men thoroughly grounded in the knowledge of 
the business, of large experience and established 
reputation, the treasurer being the mayor of the 
city. 

H. G. Greene, Wholesale and Retail Drug- 
gist, under .\merican House. — The hou.se of which 
Mr. H. (t. (treene is the enterprising proprietor is 
one of the oldest drug establishments in the city, it 
having been in existence since lS5.i. The tine store 
fixtures, handsome show-cases, elegant soda foun- 
tain, and charming distribution of stock present a 
claim for beauty and finish unsurpa.ssed in the city. 
A splendid line of goods is shown in every branch 
of the business. The pure and superior a.ssortment 
of drugs, medicines, and pharmaceutical prei)ara- 
tions are supplied from the most reputable sources, 
and are selected with special reference to strength 
and freshness. In the line of novelties, perfumery, 
and toilet articles the enterprise of the proprietor 
has placed within the reach of his patroas tlie best 
articles that can be purchased. The house is per- 
fectly equipped for its specialty of prescriptions, 
and extraordinary safeguards have been adopted to 
prevent mistakes. Mr. (treene is a native of West- 
boro, Mass., an accomplished pharmacist, and a 
successful business man. 

Drs. Parker & Ross, Dentists, No. 166 
Main Street. — These gentlemen established their 
enterprise here in 188-5, and they have since suc- 
ceeded in building up a large practice and in estab- 
lishing for themselves a high reputation as expert, 
reliable dentists. At the address indicated they 
have nicely furnished parlors, which are equipped 
with the latest improved and most efficient dental 
appliances. The firm undertake every description 
of dental work, the cleaning, tilling, and extract- 
ing of teeth, and the supi)lying of artificial teeth 
of the finest quality on the best English and Ameri- 
can rubbers, a perfect, ea,sy fit being guaranteed 
in all cases. They manufacture their own gas for 
extracting, so it is always fresh and pure. Charges 
are at all times fair and reasonable. The members 
of the firm, Drs. L. J. Parker and James Koss, are 



both natives of Massachusetts anil dentists of long 
experience, having been for fourteen years con- 
nected, with the well-known Thresher Dental 
Rooms, of Boston, with full charge of the artificial 
department of that extensive business. 

L. Patch, Wholesale and Retail Dealer in 
Stoves, Tin, Bra-ss, and Japanned Ware, (ilass, 
Britannia, and Wooden Ware, No. 390 Main Street. 
— The history of this reliable house covers a 
period of thirty-five years, and is one of the com- 
mercial landmarks of Fitchburg. It was estab- 
lished in 1852 by Mr. L. Patch, who is a native of 
Richmond. His headquarters consist of a store, 
60x25 feet in dimeiLsions, and a workshop having 
an area of 25x15 feet. The store is filled with a 
complete a,ssortment of fine stoves of all kinds, 
tin, brass, and japanned ware, glass, brittania, and 
wooden ware. These goods are positively of the 
best grades of manufacture, and cannot be ex- 
celled for quality or for cheapness. Mr. Patch 
employs two experienced workmen, and execute* 
all kinds of job work in tin, sheet-iron, and copper 
in the promptest and most finished manner. Mr. 
Patch is practically acquainted with all the details 
of his business. All orders given this old and rep- 
resentative house may be relied upon to be carried 
out with exactitude. 

J. F. Stiles, Fancy and Dry Goods, Millinery, 
etc.. No. 355 Main Street. — The old and popular 
hou.se of Mr. J. F. Stiles was established in 1845, 
and has always maintained a pre-eminent po.sition 
among the business houses of the city. The prem- 
ises occupied are handsomely and thoroughly 
equipped with every convenience for the display of 
goods and comfort of customers. The stock is very 
full and complete, consists in part of silks, satins, 
plushes, velvets, flannels, linens, damasks, worsteds, 
])rints, muslins, etc., al.so all kinds of underwear, 
millinery, hosiery, gloves, parasols, laces, crape, 
plumes, tips, ribbons, laces, dress trimmings, but- 
tons, fringes, patterns of all descriptions of the very 
latest and most fashionable designs, also a full 
variety of materials for Kensington work, crewels, 
silks, chenille, etc., Maerame thread, and other 
articles for Honiton lace, etc. Mr. Stiles makes it 
a special point to charge no fancy prices for goods, 
but to mark everything as low as can be done con- 
sistently with a living business. Mr. Stiles was born 
in Vermont, and has resided here since 1845. 

B. W. Eddy, Dealer in Wrapping Paper and 
Paper Bags, also Twine, Envelopes, Toilet Paper, 
etc.. No. 28 Day Street. — The reliable hou.se of Mr. 
B. W. Eddy was established by him in May, 1886, 
and although of recent origin has built up a very 
flourishing trade. The premises occupied are 
thoroughly equipped with every appliance neces- 
sary for the business. The stock comprises a full 
a.ssortment of book, cover, and manilla, also express 
and hardware papers, from the best manufacturing 
houses in the country. He also carries a full line 
of the different twines used for packing purposes, 
from the finest druggists' cord to the largest sizes of 
hemp or jute, also all kinds and sizes of envelopes, 
either for package or mailing heavy or light arti- 
cles, and are sold at the lowest market prices. The 
trade is both wholesale and retail, and extends 
throughout the city and surrounding country. Mr. 
Eddy is a native of this State. 



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CITY OF FITCHBURG. 



Merriani & Kolpll, Wholesale and Retail 
Dealers in Flour and Grain, and Proprietors of the 
"Arabian" Food for Horses and (.'attle, No. 47 
Main Street. — One of the most energetic and en- 
terprising tirms in tlie flour and grain trade of this 
city is tliat of Messrs. Merriam & Rolph, doing 
business at No. 47 Main street. The tirm was or- 
ganized in 1874, the copartners being Messrs. J. W. 
Merriam and F. L. Rolph. Both gentlemen are 
natives of Westminster, Mass., and both have had 
long practical experience in the flour and grain 
trade. The tirm occupy a two-story frame building 
50x100 feet in dimensions, and have a grain eleva- 
tor with a capacity of fifteen thousand bushels. 
They are now engaged in building another elevator 
withacapacity of twenty-five thousand bushels. The 
premises are connected with the main line of the 
Old Colony railroad by a switch track, and the best 
of facilities for the unloading and reloading of grain 
and flour are enjoyed. The premises are also con- 
nected by telephone, and immediate attention is 
given to all orders. The business is of both a whole- 
sale and retail character, and five hands are per- 
manently employed. The firm control a large and 
growing trade, and the business is conducted with 
an ability which has placed this house in the front 
rank in its line of trade in this city. Both members 
of the firm are well known and respected, and they 
enjoy the entire confidence of the business com- 
munity. They also manufacture the "Arabian" 
food for horses and cattle, a vegetable compound 
for which there is a large demand, it being recom- 
mended by all horse owners as the best food put on 
the market. 

J. F. Bruce, Staple and Fancy Groceries, 
Foreign and Domestic Mineral Waters, No. 370 
Main Street. — This fine grocery establishment was 
founded in 1871. The proprietor, Mr. J. F. Bruce, 
is a native of New Hampshire, but has long been a 
worthy citizen of Fitchburg. His store covers an 
area of 60x25 feet. The assortment to be found at 
this reliable establishment embraces a full line of 
staple and fancy groceries of every kind, teas, 
coffees, spices, family flour, domestic fruits, choice 
butter, canned goods, condiments, etc., etc., all 
freeh and reliable. A special feature is a tine stock 



of foreign and domestic mineral waters of all kinds, 
which Mr. Bruce has a large call for and alwavs 
keeps a full supply. A splendid trade has been 
developed, and three assistants are employed in the 
store. 

Citizens' House, Thomas Lunan, Proprietor, 
corner Main and Ijaurel Streets. — The Citizens' 
House, which has been under the efHoient and capa- 
ble management of the present proprietor since 
1883, IS conveniently located close to all lines of 
travel converging in the city, and is altogether a 
well-equipped and admirably conducted hotel, the 
appointments, service, and attention being excel- 
lent, while the solids and the refreshments are first- 
class in every respect, the table being supplied 
with the best the market affords. The building is 
a three-story, 75x80 feet (part brick and frame) 
structure, containing forty well-aired and furnished 
rooms, including spacious dining-room, fine parlor, 
well-ordered billiard-room and reading-room and 
barber shop, is lighted by gas, and some twelve in 
help are employed, the rates, $1.25 per day, being 
exceedingly low considering the excellent fare and 
solid comforts provided in this hospitable hostelry, 
and altogether a flourishing business is done. Mr. 
Lunan, who is a native of New York State, is a fair 
representative of the ideal Boniface — pleasing, 
obliging, and attentive to his guests— and fully 
merits the large measure of prosperity he enjoys. 

Edwin M. Read, Staple and Fancy Gro- 
ceries, No. 370 Main Street. — Mr. Read, who hails 
from New Hampshire, has been a worthy resident 
of Fitchburg for the past five years. In Novem- 
ber, 1885, he established himself in business and 
has met with much success. His store, covering an 
area of 60x25 feet, is a very attractive place, and is 
filled with a first-class assortment of staple and 
fancy groceries, teas, coffees, s] ices, sugars, flour, 
canned goods, etc. Mr. Read also keeps a full line 
of confectionery and runs a soda-water fountain, 
but gives his principal attention to the grocery de- 
partment. Strict attention is given to all patrons 
of the house. Mr. Read is a man of the highest 
integrity and business enterprise, and entirely 
worthy of the success which he is achieving. 



TOWN OF GARDNER. 



This active, wide-awake town is entitled to a centennial celebration, for it was just one hundred years 
ago, in the year 178(3, if the records are accurate, that its people got together and formed tliemselves into 
a church. Five years subsequent to that date, in 1791, the Rev. Jonathan Osgood wiis ordained as its 
minister, and not only looked after tlie welfare of souls, but was tlie schoolmaster as well, and as phy- 
sician attempted the cure of bodily ailments. For almost thirty years, we are told, he filled this triple 
capacity, and filled it faithfully and well. 

The town was named iu honor of Colonel Thomas Gardner, a native of Cambridge, in this State, 
an officer of the Revolution, who fell in the battle of Bunker Hill. It was formed from parts of Ash- 
burnham, Templeton, Westminster, and Winchendon. Gentle liills and well-watered, fertile valleys are 
the prevailing natural features of its surface, and the soil is generous in the growth of those grains and 
grasses for which this immediate section of country is noted. Otter river, a branch of Miller's river, 
threads its way through the town, and, in conjuction with several smaller streams, furnishes not a few 
excellent mill and factory sites. 

Gardner is the junction of the Boston and Fitchburg and the Boston and Barre railroads, is 
fifteen miles west from Fitchburg and twenty-six from Worcester. It is known as the principal seat 
in this county for the manufacture of chairs. This industry is the real basis of its prosperity. An 
adequate conception of the extent of its production may be formed from the fact that in a population of 
fifty-five hundred, nearly one-half the men, women and children are employed in the several factories 
where this manufacture is carried on. The value of the annual production in this one branch Ls con- 
siderably more than 12,000,000. 

The town comprises Gardner, West Gardner, and South Gardner, and is one of the busiest and 
most prosperous places in Worcester county. 

The public improvements are modern and substantial, embracing, as they do, all those elements and 
features which an intelligent community in this State find necessary to rational contentment and a 
wholesome growth. Schools and churches, literary and beneficial societies, excellent gas and pure 
water, and everything calculated to promote proper sanitary, moral, mental and religious conditions are 
to be found here in full and efficient operation. 

The First National Bank offers abundant accommodation to business men, and has a capital of 
$150,000, with a surplus of about J;30,000. 

A more thoroughly live, active town than Gardner it would be difficult to name, with its energetic, 
alert, growing population. The sketches hereto added will indicate to the general reader the character 
and compass of the manufacturing and other business interests which give it commercial prominence 
and stability. 



S. K. Pierce & Son, Manufacturers of and 
Dealers in Cane and Wood Seat Chairs. — A verita- 
ble landmark in the rise and progress of industrial 
activity in this town is the widely known and capa- 
cious establishment of Messrs. S. K. Pierce & Son, 
manufacturers of and dealers in cane and wood seat 
chairs of every description, which has maintained a 
record of uninterrupted prosperity during a period 
extending over fifty-si.x years, and which is in all 
respects a representative concern in this line, and 
the oldest an I leading one in this section of the 
country. This flourishing business was founded in 
1830 by Stephen Taylor, who was succeeded by J. 
& S. K. Pierce, the style being .subsequently 
changed to Pierce & Derby, they being in turn suc- 
ceeded by S. K. Pierce, he conducting it up to Jan- 
uary, 1883, when he admitted into partnership his 
son, F. J. Pierce, thus constituting the firm of S. K. 
Pierce & Son, who have since continued the busi- 
ness with the most gratifving success. They man- 
ufacture clvdirs of all kinds, including boxed chairs 
for shipping, cane-seat and back-rocking, caae-seat 



and back nurse, Continental cane and spindle-back 
office, Victoria cane and spindle-back nurse, brace- 
arra nurse, walnut-trimmed (irecian and nurse, St. 
James nurse, bent-top dining, ladies' dining, Doug- 
las arm office cane-seat, Douglas arm office wood- 
seat, null-top spindle Grecian ; carved-top Grecian, 
Franklin Grecian, maple and walnut; Davis Gre- 
cian, maple and walnut; all kinds of children's 
chairs, chairs for chamber suits, maple or walnut; 
cane and wood seat stoul.s, and all styles of settees, 
their products reaclung every part of the United 
States, with a large export trade to Liverpool. 
The factory is very extensive, comprising o;ie five- 
story, two three-story, and two two-story buildings, 
besides storehouses, supplied witli water and steam 
power, and completely equipped in every respect 
with the most improved machinery, .appliances, and 
appurtenances, and employment is aft'orded to 
upward of one himdred hands. Mr. Pierce, the 
elder, was born in Westminster, Mass., and the 
younger Mr. Pierce is a native of Gardner, both o*" 
them experienced business men. 

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TOWN OF GARDNER. 



A. & H. C. Knowlton, Manufacturers of 
Cane and Wood-Seat Chairs. — .Special mention 
sliould be made of the capacious and admirably 
conducted establishment of A. & H. C. Knowlton, 
manufacturers of cane and wood seat chairs, West 
Gardner, whose products are in steady and exten- 
sive demand, not only throughout the American 
continent, but also in Europe and the Antipodes. 
This prosperous enterprise was started in 18.56 by 
A. H. White &Ca., who were succeeded by Derby & 
Knowlton, by whom it was conducted up to 1808, 
when it passed into the control of the present pro- 
prietors. The factory, which is connected by tele- 
phone, is very commodious, comprising a three- 
story and basement building, with a two-story frame 
structure e.xtension and office supplied with ample 
motive power, a one-hundred-hoi'se power engine 
and boiler being inservice, and completely equipped 
in every respect with the best machinery, appli- 
ances, and appurtenances known to the industry, 
and employment is afforded to upward of fifty ex- 
pert workmen, the average production being above 
one hundred dozen chairs per day. \. siding from 
theFitchburg railroad running to the factory gives 
them unsurpassed transportation facilities. A 
branch house is maintained also at No. 139 Vine 
street, Philadelphia. The firm is composed of 
Messrs. A., II. C , and A. E Knowlton, son of H. C, 
all natives of Ashfield, Mass., and old and respected 
residents here of fifty-one years. 

Gordon & Dreiiiiing-, Dry Goods and 
Millinery. — A prominent and leading establish- 
ment is that conducted by Messrs. Gordon & Dren- 
ning, retail dealers in dry goods and millinery. 
This enterprise dates its inception from 1879, when 
it was established by C. W. Conant and W. J. Gor- 
don. In the spring of 1882, Mr. W. J. Drenning 
was admitted and Mr. Conant retired, the firm 
style changing to its present form. Both mem- 
bers of the firm are long residents of Gardner. 
Their store is fitted up in superior style. Its size, 
80x2.5 feet, gives ample room for the advantageous 
display of the handsome stock. An elegant show- j 
ing is made in both foreign and domestic dry goods I 
and millinery of every description, comprising all 
tlie hitest styles and most seasonable novelties. 
The firm have a reputation for selling the finest 
equality goods at the lowest prices, and their estab- 
lishment is a popular headquarters for bargains. 
Tea clerks are employed, and Messrs. Gordon & 
Drenning have the entire confidence of those with 
whom they have business transactions. 

G. W. Black, One-Price Clothier, Hats, 
Caps, Trunks, and Gents' Furnishing Goods, 
Stevens Block. — Mr. Black is a native of Holden, 
Mass., and founded his business in this town in 
1874. He occupies a very commodious store in 
Stevens Block, having dimensions of 60x25 feet. 
Tlie store is fitted up in a tasteful manner, having a 
very inviting and attractive appearance. The | 
■stock Ciirried embraces a large and extensive assort- 
ment of fine ready-made clothing, a full variety of 
fashionable hats and caps, gentlemen's furnishing 
goods of all kinds, trunks, vali-ses, and traveling 
tags, and a splendid line of foreign and domestic 
fabrics from which a fine selection for suitings and 
single garments may be made. A specialty is made 
of the custom work department. Mr. Black employs 
five assistants. 



Li. B. Kainsdell, Manufactm-er of Boys' Iron 
and Wood Axle Wagons, Baby Carriages, Toy 
Chairs, etc. — L. B. Kamsdell is a manufacturer of 
boys' iron and wood axle wagons, baby and doll 
carriages, children's and toy chairs, gearing, etc., 
whose products maintain a deservedly high reputa- 
tion in the trade for general excellence, and are in 
steady and extensive demand throughout the land. 
This flourishing concern was started in 1877, and 
from its inception has been conducted with the 
most gratifying success, the superiority of the goods 
turned out and the enterprise displayed in the 
m.anagement of the business being the chieffeatures 
contributing to the large measure of public favor 
and prosperity Mr. Kamsdell has from the start 
enjoyed. The factory is a five-story framestructure 
50x25 feet in superficial dimensions, with commo- 
dious lumber shed and handsome and spacious 
office, the works being supplied with ample water 
power, and thoroughly equipped with the most 
improved machinery and appliances, and employ- 
ment is afforded to upward of thirty-five skilled 
hands. A heavy and A 1 stock is constantly car- 
ried. The trade extends throughout the whole of 
the United States, shipments being made regularly 
to Liverpool, England. Mr. RamsdeU is a native 
of Wardsborough, Vt. 

Conant & Bush, Manufacturers of Rattan 
and Eeed Chairs, Chair Cane, etc.. Chestnut Street. 
— A notable concern engaged in the manufacture of 
rattan and reed chairs, chair cane, etc., on an ex- 
tensive scale is that of Messrs. Conant & Bush. 
This enterprise was foinided by the present propri- 
etors in 1882, and by diligent attention to business, 
and pursuing a policy of honorable and fair deal- 
ing, they have succeeded in building up a trade 
which has its ramifications in every section of the 
country. The firm occupy commodious manufac- 
turing premises, consisting of two buildings. One 
of these isafive-story building 110x35 in dimensions, 
■and the other is three stories high and covers an 
area of 100x35 feet. The factories are equipped 
with the best and most efficient msichinery, and the 
driving force is supplied by a steam engine and 
boiler of forty-horse power. From eighty to one 
hundred and twenty-five hands are employed, and 
the productive capacity of the concern is about one 
hundred to two hundred and fifty chairs per d.ay. 
These are produced in the most elegant and elabo- 
rate designs. The business is entirely wholesale. 

Winiam Barratt, Fine and Common Paper- 
hangings, Painters' Supplies and Artists' Materials, 
Glass of every Description, Doors, Windows, and 
Blinds, North Main Street. — Mr. William Barratt 
founded his enterprise here in 1875, and has met 
with much success, his house now being a recog- 
nized headquarters for all kinds of fine and common 
pajierhangings, paimer,s' supplies, and artists' mate- 
rials, glass of every description, doors, windows, 
and blinds. He is the largest dealer in this section 
of the country in doors, windows, and blinds. His 
business premises consist of a store 60x25 feet in 
dimensions and a wareroom 40x20 feet. The store 
is filled with an extensive stock of goods in the 
lines above mentioned, and the assortment is com- 
plete in every particular. The largest and best 
variety of paperhangings and window shades to be 
found in the town is here displayed. Mr. Barratt 
does his own glazing in a very superior manner. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



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Monadiiock Clothing- House, S. Des- 
peaux, Proprietor, Bank Block. — (_)ne of the most 
popular and successful mercantile concerns in 
Gardner is the Monadnock Clothing House, of 
which Mr. Samuel Desjieau-x is the proprietor. 
The establishment has been in operation since 1808, 
during which period it has accumulated an intluen- 
tial patronage anil ac(iuired a high name f(ir the 
lionorable and liberal spirit characterizing its deal- 
ings. Tlie store is located on Pearl street, in the 
bank building, and measures tio.xSO feet. It is con- 
veniently arranged for the exhibition of goods, and 
all necessary facilities are at hand for the prompt 
and satisfactory maniimlation of business. The 
stock embraces clothing of every description for 
men, youth, boys, and children, every quality and 
style being carried. The finer grades are made up 
with the care of custom tailors, the materials are 
the choicest and most reliable, and it is possible for 
one to array himseli in the most elegant and ap- 
propriate garments at a very small e.xpense. The 
productions handled by the house are of their own 
manufacture, and they have a reputation for turn- 
ing out only the best goods of every class, while the 
judgment and taste of Mr. Despeaux are shown in 
the uniformly superior character of the selections. 
Every metropolitan advantage is held out to cus- 
tomers in the matter of prices, and the strong sup- 
port the concern receives is entirely deserved. Mr. 
Despeaux has been in the clothing business for 
thirty-five years, and he has won the confidence of 
the community by liberal and just methods and 
his uncompromising integrity. Mr. William 
Bixby is the general manager. He was formerly 
of Athol, and is a general favorite with the patrons 
of this establishment. 

Conant, Ball & Co., Chair Manufacturers. 
• — -Messrs. Conant, Ball & Co. are manufacturers of 
chairs of an extra pattern. This firm have a 
national reputation, and have a large and perma- 
nent patronage throughout the country. Their 
busine,ss w;is established in 1846 by Messrs. A. 
White & Co., the present firm succeeding to the 
proprietorship in 1866. The extensions and out- 
buildings cover an area of 100.x300 feet, while the 
plant is completely equipped with all the latest 
improved machinery and appliances for the busi- 
ness, operated by a fifty-horse power engine, and 
giving employment to from thirty-five to forty 
hands. The productions embrace rockers, easy 
chairs, and settees, with cane-seat and cane-back, 
which in elegance and durability are typical of the 
limit of mechanical excellence. The materials 
entering into the construction of these goods are 
the choicest that money can purchase, and not one 
article is placed on the market that is marred by a 
single defect or imperfection. The firm quote 
prices far below those obtaining with manufac- 
turers less thoroughly prepared and organized. 
The goods are sold exclusively at wholesale, being 
in great favor with dealers by rea-son of their 
salability and peculiar merits, and the trade of 
the house reaches every part of the country. The 
main office and selling-house are at Nos. l.'J8 and 140 
Richmond street, Boston. The firm is composed 
of Messrs. J. R. Conant and C. E. Ball. The 
superintendent, Mr. E. L. Brooks, has been with 
the firm thirteen years, and is thoroughly capable 
of taking active charge of the factory ia all its 
branches. 



George E. Utley, Wholesale and Retail 
Dealer in Michigan and Canada Pine I.iUmber, 
Shingles, Clapboards, Laths, Lime, Cement, Hay, 
Straw, etc., corner of Main and Mechanic Streets. 
— The well-known and extensive concern of Mr. 
(ieorge E. Utley was founded in 1882. The prem- 
ises occupied for the business comprise an extensive 
yard, a lumber shed 140x20 feet in dimensions, an- 
other shed O-^ix.'^o feet, also another shed 12-5x16 
feet in area, and a one-story frame building, used 
as an office. The stock carried is at all times large, 
and embraces a full and complete line of Michigan 
and Canada pine lumber, spruce dimensions, shin- 
gles, clapboards, laths, black walnut, whitewood. 
Southern hard pine, lime, cement, hair, plaster, 
baled hay and straw, etc. The business extends, in 
a wholesale way, over a great part of New England, 
and is a large one among looid builders and con- 
tractors. As the house receives all its goods direct 
from the manufacturers, it is in a position as well 
qualified for business as any house in the town, 
having railroad tracks so located as to unload lum- 
ber from the cars for the retail trade, also to the 
sheds. The office is connected by telephone, and 
all orders receive prompt attention. ^I^. Utley is 
a native of Ware, Mass. 

J. A. Dunn, Manufacturer of Cane-Seat 
Chairs, North Main Street. — One of the principal 
concerns engaged in the manufacture of chairs is 
that of Mr. J. A. Dunn. This enterprise was 
founded by the present proprietor in 1864, succeed- 
ing to one of the oldest manufacturers in town, and 
during its career of twenty -two years it has built up 
a business of vast proportions, the products of the 
establishment being shipped not only to all parts of 
the Union, but, through commission merchants and 
shippers, to foreign countries. The manufacturing 
plant comprises a three-story factory, 40x170 feet 
in dimensions, several smaller buildings, and an 
extensive lumber yard The mechanical equip- 
ments of the manufacturing department are of the 
latest improved and the most efficient kind, and the 
machinery isoperated by asteara engine and boiler, 
each of one-hundred-horse power. About seventy 
hands are employed, and the house produces daily 
about one hundred dozens of cane-seat chairs, in 
one hundred and forty different designs. Mr. 
Dunn is a native of this State, and his reputation 
in business circles is of the liigliest. 

G. W. Garland, M. D., Registered Phar- 
macist, corner of North Main and Parker .Streets. — 
The leading pharmacy in West Gardner is that of Dr. 
G. W. Garland. This house was founded in 1870, and 
has always been liberally patronized. The store is 
2-')x60 feet in size, and is attractively fitted up. 
The stock in<'ludes the freshest and purest drugs, 
and all the standard proprietary medicines, surgical 
appliances, pure wines and liquors for medicinal 
use, perfumes, brushes, and toilet articles of all 
kinds, and druggists' sundries generally, while in 
prices and quality of merchandise Dr. fiarland 
successfully competes with any house in town in 
this line. The prescription department is man- 
aged with scrupulous care to insure accuracy, two 
experienced assistants being employed. The trade 
is active all through the town and surrounding 
country. Dr. Garland is a physician of experience, 
and a pharmacist of established reputation. He is 
a native of New Hampshire. 



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TOWN OF GARDNER. 



T. T. Greenwood & Son, Dealers in Fur- 
niture, Carpets, Crockery, etc. Manufacturers of 
Wliite, Painted, and Ash Furniture, North Main 
Street. — This enterprise was founded in 1883 by the 
Messrs. Greenwood, and under their able manage- 



roora containing two tables, bar, ladies' parlor, etc. 
A staff of live assistants are employed in the house 
and every courtesy and attention is extended to 
guests. _ The house caters to the commercial trade, 
maintains a substantial table, and charges each of 




ment has proved a successful venture. The factory 
is located at East Templeton, the main building 
being a three-story structure, 80x60 feet in dimen- 
sions, and fitted up in the most approved style, and 
furnished with all necessary machinery, which is set 
in motion both by waterpower and by steam power, 
the latter being supplied from a forty-tive-horse 
power engine and boiler. Twenty-eight hands are 
«mployed, and a large wholesale business is con- 
ducted, the firm having a trade that extends to all 
parts of the United iStates. The salesrooms in 
West (rardner consist of three floors, each 60x.'i0 
feet in dimensions, which are fitted up in tasteful 
style, and are filled to repletion with a large and 
very superior assortment of furniture of every 
■descrijjtion, crockeryware, glassware, and all kinds 
of household utensils in variety, and a very superior 
assortment of carpets of all kinds. Both a whole- 
sale and retail trade is conducted. Tlie members 
of the firm, Messrs. T. W., F., L. A., and H. Greeu- 
wood, are well known as thoroughly practical busi- 
ness men. 

Gardner Hotel, Opposite Fitchburg Depot, 
Frank Rafierty, Proprietor. — This is a recently es- 
tablislied, comfortable inn, equipped with all mod- 
ern improvements, including steam, hot and cold 
water, bath-rooms, etc. It was opened in May, 
1885. The location is a central one, being imme- 
diately opposite the Fitchburg Depot. Tlie hotel 
is a frame building, two and three stories high, 
and .50x1)8 feet in dimensions. It contains forty 
rooms, a dining-room capable of seating forty 
guests, oflice, gentlemen's reading-room, a billiard- 



its guests the popular price of two dollars per day. 
Connected with the hotel is a livery stable, 
equipped with a general line of fine carriages. 
The proprietor, Mr. Frank Kaflerty, was born in 
Canada and is forty-five years of age. 



South Gardner Carriage Company, 

Manufacturers of and Dealers in Fine Open and 
Top Carriages and Sleighs of every Description. — 
Foremost among the business enterprises of this 
town stands the South Gardner Carriage (bmpany, 
manufacturers of and dealers in fine ojien and top 
carriages and sleighs of every description. This 
establishment was founded in 180!) by Mr. L. 
Sawiu, the first man to establish the business in 
town, who conducted it alone until 18S0, when his 
son, Mr. W. O. Sawin and A. H. Barron became 
partners, and the present firm style was adopted. 
The industry is located in a two-story building, 
40x.'W feet in dimensions, and eight hands are em- 
ployed. The vehicles manufactured by this com- 
pany are noted for their handsome appearance and 
general excellence. Particular attention is paid to 
repairing in all its branches. Mr. L. Sawin, the 
founderof the enterprise, wasbornat Ashburnham, 
Mass., and has resided in South Gardner since 
18.')7. His son, Mr. W. O. Sawin, was born in 
.\shby, Mass., in 18.54, and has been a resident of 
this town since 1857, coming here when a cliild. 
Mr, A. II. Barron was born in Westminster, Mass. 
Messrs. L. Sawin & Son also carry on an extensive 
business as trading blacksmiths, and building 
heavy wagons to order. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



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J. B. Qninn & Co., Boston Store, Dry 
Goods, Carpets, Millinery, and Dressmaking. — 
One of tlie leading concerns in Gardner is con- 
ducted by Messrs. J. B. Quinn & Co. The enterprise 
was founded in 1883 by Mr. Quinn, who iiaa since 



the head of this sketch. The factory comprisea a 
capacious three-story frame structure with a four- 
story brick and frame warehouse (i0x50 feet in 
superficial dimensions, and spacious and handsome 
ofiice, the establishment being thoroughly equipped 




operated it with increasing success. The store is a 
most popular resort. The premises occupied cover 
two floors, each 25x80 feet in dimensions. The 
dry goods department is on the first, while the car- 
pets and millinery are kept on the second floor. 
The stock carried is complete and comprehensive, 
embracing all the standard g<iods of American and 
foreign make, together with the freshest and choic- 
est novelties in every line so soon as they are ready 
for the market. Specially profitable arrangements 
have been eflected for the purchase of supplies, and 
many inducements in the way of prices are offered 
to customers. The house is in all respects one of 
the most progressive, reliable, and responsible in 
Gardner. Mr. tjuinn is a native of Worcester, a 
gentleman of integrity and high business reputa- 
bility. 

"Wrlffht & Read, Manufacturers of Cane 
and Wood Seat Chairs. — A record of steady pro- 
gress extending over a period of half a century 
marks the career of the stable and reliable estab- 
lishment of Wright i& Read, manufacturers of cane 
and wood seat chairs. This ably con<lucted and 
prosperous concern was started in 183G by David 
Wright, who, after several changes, continued the 
business from the year 1871, when he associated 
with him t'. F. Read, thus constituting tlie enter- 
prising and well-known firm whose name stands at 



with the finest machinery and the most improved 
appliances known to the industry, and upward of 
thirty-five expert hands are emiiloyed. An exten- 
sive and superior stock is constantly carried on 
hand to meet the requirements of the trade, which 
extends all over the United States, with consider- 
able export through a New York house. Mr. 
AVright was born in Gardner and Mr. Re.ad is a 
native of Dunstable, Massachusetts. They are 
both men of foresight. 

George R. Godfrey, Harnessmaker, Chest- 
nut Street. — This house was established in 1869 
by its present proprietor, Mr. (xeorge R. God- 
frey, and is now the largest enterprise of the kind 
in this section. The store is 60x25 feet in dimen- 
sions. Twelve to twenty experienced hands are 
employed here and theoutput of their united labor 
amounts to a very considerable figure. Mr. God- 
frey is a practical harnessmaker and superintends 
personally all the work of his employees, thus in- 
suring the best results. The store is filled witli a 
large stock of superior made trunks, valises, hand- 
bags, robes, harness, saddles, whips, etc. Mr. God- 
frey manufactures all kinds of harness and has 
both a wholesale and retail trade, selling largely to 
retail dealers in harness goods. Every article 
manufactured by hiui is remarkable for its perfec- 
tion of finish, neat appearance, and durability. 



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TOWN OF WINCHENDON. 



Henry L. Graham, Dealer in Watches, 
Clocks, Silverware, Jewelry, and Fancy (joods. — 
Mr. Henry L. (xraham, the well-known jeweler of 
this town, is a native of Boxboro, Mass., and has 
resided in Gardner since lie was bnt eiglit years of 
age. lie established hisbu.siness here in 1863, and 
has since pursued a career of unbroken and con- 
stantly increasing prosperity. His fine store covers 
an area of 30x15 feet. Itis finely appointed through- 



out, and the stock is kept in excellent order. Mr. 
Graham has had au experience of twenty-seven 
years at his present business, and is carrying an 
excellent trade as a general dealer in watches, 
clocks, silverware, jewelry, and fancy goods of the 
best lines of manufacture and all the latest novel- 
ties. He pays particular attention to the repairing 
department, and all work performed by him may 
be relied upon to be perfect in every respect. 



TOWN OF WINCHENDON. 



In the extreme northern portion of Worcester county, hugging the New Hampshire line, and about 
twenty miles from Fitchburg, flourishes the wide-awake town of Winchendon. Incorporated in the year 
1764, its territory had been previously known as Ipswich Canada, from the fact that it was a grant to the 
heirs of soldiers who had participated in the expedition to Canada in 1690. It was originally settled 
about 1752, and its first minister, Kev. Daniel Stirapson, was ordained in that year. 

The location of the town is elevated a thousand feet or more above tidewater, and the surface is 
broken into gently sloping hills and broad valleys, bubbling with springs and threaded by brooks and 
streams, of which Miller's river is the largest. Tlie abundant water-power at hand has been the cliief 
source of its commercial prosperity. Denison Pond is a delightful sheet of water within the limits of 
the town, and Monomonauk Lake, which lies mostly in Eindge, N. H., extends its southern quarter 
hither. 

Few towns of its size possess such admirable railway facilities. These are aiTorded by the Cheshire 
railroad and the Monadnock, which is operated by it ; the Worcester Division of the Boston and Fitch- 
burg, giving direct connection with Worcester, and the Ware River branch of the Boston and Albany, 
thrown oiT from Palmer, forty-nine miles to the south. 

Winchendon is a busy community, but its people have always been quick to recognize the demands 
of education and religion. The number of schools is ample for the population and they are carefully 
and ably looked after. They are divided into primary, intermediate, and grammar — these leading up 
to the High School. In this connection the Murdock School challenges special attention. Mr. Ephraim. 
Murdock, Jr., died in 1881, willing the remainder of his estate in trust, after the fulfilling of certain be- 
quests, for the endowment of a school which should bear his name. The residue amounted to $250,- 
000. The schoolhouse, which will be completed next spring, is located in the neighborhood of the 
High School, and is a fine specimen of architecture, both as to its external appearance and its interior 
arrangements. It is intended for pupils of the age of ten years and over, is to be under the direction of 
the town school committee, subject to the supervision of the trustees of the fund, and the expenses 
incident to its conduct are to be defrayed by the income of the bequest. The building will cost not far 
from $125,000, and by the time it is ready for occupancy the endowment fund will amount to not less 
than $175,000. 

There are seven church organizations, reijresentative of half a dozen different religious de- 
nominations. 

Free-masonry, Odd-fellowship, the Good Templars, and Ancient Order of Hibernians are repre- 
sented here, as well as the Grand Army of the Kepublic and the Sons of Veterans. 

An excellent public library is a very popular institution, while two weekly newspapers cover the 
ground of local happenings and events. 

A private hospital for the treatment of persons of either sex afflicted with mental or nervous dis- 
eases, alcoholism, or the opium liabit is located here. 

Two banking institutions are in operation in Winchendon. The First National Bank was incorpo- 
rated in 1864, and has a capital of 5i200,000, with a surplus almost a third as large. The Winchendon 
Savings Bank began business in 1860, and its deposits now amount to nearly $700,000. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



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For many years Winchendon lias been noted for its productions of woodenware of various kinds, 
and liiis fairly earned the extensive reputation it enjoys in this regard. Numerous other industries, 
however, notably cotton goods, are in active and successful operation here, concerning which, and its 
trade interests in general, the following sketches will convey very considerable information. As a man- 
ufacturing point it possesses many advantages, and its four thousand people have reason to congratulate 
themselves upon their present prosperity and its promise of a still greater future. 



Tremont House (formerly the Monadnock 
House), P. C. Sawyer, Proprietor. — Of the many 
hotels that have made our New England towns 
popular with the tourist and transient visitor the 
Tremoiit House is justly celebrated. It was orig- 
inally built and conducted for a long period as the 
Monadnock House, and is the leading hotel in 
Winchendon. The house is a neat four-story 
structure with a three-story wingattached, and has 
a frontage of GO feet and a depth of 100 feet. It 
contains sixty rooms, all of which are well heated, 
lighted, and furnished in good taste, and the house 
has all the modern improvemenls. There is a 
dining-room capable of seating one hundred guests, 
office, gentlemen's reading-room, ladies' parlor, 
etc., all pleasant and cheerful. The luxury af- 
forded in situation, surroundings, and management 
is unsurpassed. There is an excellent livery stable 
connected with the house, and this is well equip])ed 
with tine turnouts of every description. A free 
carriage is run to and from the depot. The cuisine 
is all thatcan bedesired,the attention courteous, and 
the rales twodollars per day. The proprietor is a 
very genial gentleman and makes the house as 
homelike as possible for the guests. 

C. T. Stearns, Clothing, Hats and Caps, 
Furnishing Goods, Trunks, Bags, etc., near Depots. 
— This is an old-established and popular concern, 
and was founded by Mr. C. T. Stearns in 1872, and 
has been conducted by him ever since with contin- 
ued success. His store covers an area of 60x50 
feet, and is fitted with neat show-cases and store 
fixtures. The stock carried comprises a complete 
as.sortment of clothing of every description for 
men's, youths', and boys' wear, hats and caps of all 
sizes and styles, a fine line of trunks and bags, and 
an exhaustive a,ssortment of furnishing goods of 
all kinds, embracing all the latest styles and nov- 
elties, which are sold at remarkably low prices. 
Efficient clerks are employed in the store and cus- 
tomers are assured prompt and courteous attend- 
ance. Mr. Stearns is a native of Winchendon. 

G. N. Gooclspeed, Manufacturer of Tub, 
Pail, Chair, Bobbin, and Spool Machinery. — A 
noteworthy and widely known concern in this line 
in Winchendon is th.at of <t. N. (ioodspced, manu- 
facturer of tub, pail, chair, bobbin, and spool ni.a- 
chinery, whose products maintain a uniformly high 
standard of excellence, and as a consequence are in 
steady and extensive demand, not only throughout 
this country but in P^urope and the antipodes. 
This flourishing enterprise was started in 1849, and 
from its inception its history has been a record of 
unbroken prosperity, the concern to-day fully sus- 
taining its old-time reputation for tlie reliability 
and superiority of the machinery produced. The 
factory, which is ample and commodious, is sup- 
plied with heavy water motive power and thor- 
oughly equipped with the most improved appli- 
ances and appurtenances, and employment is 



afforded to upward of twenty-five hands. Besides 
tub, pail, chair, bobbin, and spool machinery, jack, 
card, and dresser spools are manufactured, Park's 
improved star spool being a specialty, also wood- 
working machinery other than that before referred 
to, and the products find market all over the 
United States and Canada, with a large export 
trade to South -America, Europe, Australia, and 
New Zealand, and, altogether, an exceedingly fine 
business is done. Mr. Goodspeed is a native of 
Hubbardston, Mass., but an old and highly re- 
spected resident of this town, having lived here 
over fifty years. 

Orlando Mason, Manufacturer of and 
Wholesale Dealer in Woodenware. — A notable and 
representative concern engaged in the manufacture 
of woodenware is that of Mr. Orlando Mason, manu- 
facturer of and wholesale dealer in woodenware, 
which has been in continuous and successful ex- 
istence for upward of thirty -three years, and whose 
products maintain a strong hold on popular favor 
all over the country and in Europe. 'The factory 
is very capacious, comprising a three-story frame 
structure 120x40 feet in superficial dimensions, and 
two-story 25x40-foot building, besides a neat and 
commodious office, the mill being supplied with 
ample water power, and completely equipped in 
every respect, and some (ifty or more hands are 
employed. A heavy and superior stock is con- 
stantly carried on hand to meet the requirements 
of the demand, the business extending throughout 
the United States, with a fine export trade. The 
annual transactions reach a very handsome figure. 
Mr. Mason makes a leading specialty of the manu- 
facture of the well-known Weston cylinder churn, 
with improved float. This churn is sure to be 
appreciated by all butter m.akers. It is .strongly 
built, easily operated, and is heartily recommended 
by those who have used it. Mr. Mason was born 
in New Hampshire, and has been a resident of 
Winchendon over forty-two years. A gentleman 
of integrity, as well of ability and sound judgment, 
he stands deservedly high both in business circles 
and in social life, being the popular and esteemed 
president of that admirably conducted financial 
institution, the Winchendon Savings Bardc. 

E. Loud, Manufacturer of Cork-Lined and all 

other kinds of Wood p'aucets. — Forty odd years of 
continuous and succes.sful existence marksthe record 
of the well-known concern of E. Loud, manufac- 
turer of cork-lined and all other kinds of wood 
faucets. Mr. Loud, who is a native of New Hamp- 
shire and a practical and expert workman, started 
this thriving enterprise here in 1846, and has con- 
tinued it ever since with uniform prosperity, his 
trade reaching every section of the ITnited States. 
The factory consists of a three-story frame structure 
25x60 feet in superficial dimensions, supplied with 
full water power and completely equipped with the 
most improved machinery. 



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TOWN OF WINCHENDON. 



Q. S. Backus, Sole Manufacturer of Backus' 
1880 Patent Kit ]!race, Ratcliet Brace, Angular 
Borer, Adjustable Socket Wrench, Patent Portable 
Cabinet, etc. — Mr. Q. S. Backus, of this town, is 
sole manufacturer of Backus' 1880 patent bit brace, 
ratchet brace, angular borer, etc., and his products 
are in steady demand in every country on the globe 
where civilization has left its mark, these articles 
being in all respects the most complete and per- 
fect of anything of the kind yet introduced to the 
public, being excellent in every feature, simple 
and easy of adjustment, effective in execution, and 
durable. This flourishing enterprise was started in 
1872, and the positive and permanent success that 
has attended it amply attests the excellence of fhe 
products. Tlie works are capacious and thorouglily 
equipped with the most improved machinery and 
appurtenances, comprising a three and four story 
45xl00-foot structure, supplied with heavy water 
power, and employment is afforded to upward of 
twenty-hve expert workmen. Besides the patent 
bit brace, ratchet brace, and angular borer, the 
products also include the adjustable socket wrench, 
the combined bit brace and breast drill, and the 
patent portable cabinet bathtub and commode (the 
latter an exceedingly useful and ingenious con- 
trivance). Mr. Backus manufactures the portable 
open reflecting fireplace and steam heater, which 
requires neither stovepipe, chimney, or steam pip- 
ing, and produces no smoke, aslies, or gas, and is a 
unique and economical steam heater, which is very 
popular. The trade extends all over the United 
States, Canada, and South America, besides a fine 
export business with Europe, Australia, New Zea- 
land, and all progressive countries throughout the 
world. 

G. Q. A. Bryant, Dealer in Flour and 
Choice Family Groceries, Dry Goods, Notions, etc., 
No. 29 Central Street. — This business was originally 
established in 18G0 by the present proprietor, and 
has always maintained a pre-eminence among its 
competitors. The premises occupied comprise a 
large and finely appointed store, with storage room 
in the rear. The store is handsomely fitted up and 
thoroughly equipped. The stock consists of a 
carefully selected assortment of fancy and staple 
groceries, such as pure tens, coffees, and spices, 
foreign and domestic fruits, canned good.-<, choicest 
brands of Hour and provisions, bakers' and laundry 
supplies, sugars, syrups, molasses, salt, choice 
creamery butter, cheese, eggs, vegetables, and other 
farm and dairy products. The dry goods and 
notion department is full and replete witli a fine 
line of foreign and domestic dress goods, clotlis, 
cassimeres, ginghams, flannehs, prints, muslins, 
blankets, bedding, etc. These goods are oftered to 
customers at the very lowest prices consistent with 
a living business. Mr. Bryant was born in Orange, 
Mass., and has resided here since 18-10. 

Hill & Bosley, Iron Foundry. — Messrs. Jo- 
seph Hill and Andrew Bosley are both practical 
iron founders and machinists, and understand thor- 
oughly every branch of tlie business. They estab- 
lished their enterprise in this town in the fall of 
1883, and have built up an important local trade 
for their superior products. Their foundry is a 
one-story building, covering an area of 50x25 
feet, and they also occupy a building 25x20 feet in 
dimensions. The works are thoroughly equipped 



with all the needful appliances and apparatus used 
in iron founding, and the firm manufacture iron 
castings of every description, also castings made of 
other metals and composition. The castings are 
made in the most finished manner, and none but the 
most perfect work is allowed to leave the foundry. 
Messrs. Hill & Bosley employ three experienced 
workmen, and are prepared to execute all orders 
for anything in their line at the lowest prices. Mr. 
Hill is a native of Springfield, N. il., and Mr. Bos- 
ley of Keysville, New York State 

S. A. Greenwood, General Insurance Agent, 
Front Street. — We have to commend the well- 
known and popular in.surance agent, Mr. S. A. 
Greenwood, who for the past ten years has been 
conducting an active business to the entire satisfac- 
tion of his clients and tlie substantial and responsi- 
ble insurance companies which he represents. He 
has a handsome, well-equi])ped office at the address 
indicated, and his long experience qualifies him to 
afford the most valuable advice to persons seeking 
to insure all classes of property. He is the resident 
representative of the ilCtna Insurance Company, 
Hartford ; Insurance Company of North America, 
Philadelphia; Pha?nix Insurance Company, New 
York; Providence Washington Insurance Com- 
pany, Providence; Guardian Assurance Company, 
England; Lancashire Insurance Company, Eng- 
land; l^Ieriden Insurance Company, Meriden ; 
Merchants' Insurance Company, Newark ; Citizens' 
Insurance Company, Pittsburg; First National 
Insurance Company, Worcester; Worcester Mutual 
Fire Insurance Company, Worcester ; Merchants' 
and Farmers' Mutual Fire Insurance Company, 
Worcester; Holyoke Mutual Fire Insurance t!om- 
pany, Salem; Camliridge Mutual Fire Insurance 
Company, Canibridgeport ; Dorchester Mutual Fire 
Insurance Company, Boston, and the Norwich 
Union, of London. Mr. Greenwood is a native of 
Hubbardston, Mass. 

Amos S. Lamb, Agent for Thomas Rice & 
Co., Tannery and Dealer in Hides, Skins, Tallow, 
Wool, and Pelts, River Street. — As a representative 
concern dealing in hides may be mentioned that of 
Mr. A. S. Lamb, agent of Thomas Rice & Co., who 
for more than a score of years has conducted an 
extensive business in the manufacture of leather, 
and in dealing in hides, skins, tallow, wool, and 
pelts. This gentleman is a native of Phillipston, 
Mass., and he has had a long experience in this 
line of trade. His premises on River street com- 
prise three buildings, tlie main one being a two- 
story structure 100x75 feet in dimensions. Fin- 
ishing and currying of leather are executed here, 
and a staff of twelve hands is employed. Mr. 
Lamb has a large tannery at Shrewsbury, where 
employment is provided for a large number of 
hands. The Winchendon establishment is equipped 
with the best mechanical appliances, and the 
machinery is operated by water power. A specialty 
is made of grain leather, and this commodity is of 
such uniform excellence as to have won for the 
concern a vast patronage in all parts of the country. 
A brisk trade is also done in skins, tallow, wool, 
and pelts, and Mr. Lamb's wide experience and 
thorough knowledge in all pertaining to the busi- 
ness are of gre.it value to his patrons. He holds 
the office of selectman of Winchendon and is higlily 
esteemed. 



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Baxter Bobinson & Son, Dealers in Beef, 
Pork, Ham, Home-made Sausages, Home-tried 
Lard, etc.. Union Block, Central Street. — This 
business was originally established in 1878by Messrs. 
Buckminster & Knight. In 1SS4 the present firm 
succeeded the original, and since then the business 
has been conducted under the present firm title. 
The premises occupied are thoroughly equipped 
with all the latest improved appliances for the 
proper and systematic transaction of the business, 
including refrigerators for the preservation of 
perishable articles for an indefinite period, which 
insure to customers at all times freshness of meats 
of the very best quality. The stock carried is 
always full and complete, and embraces the choicest 
cuts of beef, pork, veal, mutton, lamb, etc., also 
hams, home-made sausages, pure home-tried leaf 
lard, choice fresh and pure creamery butter, cheese, 
eggs, vegetables in season, canned goods, sweet 
cider, and jellies, fruits, and other products of the 
farm and dairy. The store is a model of neatness. 
The individual members of this representative firm 



are Baxter and P. E. Bobinson, respectively father 
and son. 

W. D. Plummer, Apothecary, Pure Drugs 
and Chemicals, Fancy Goods, Toilet Articles, etc.. 
Central Street, near Depots. — Mr. Plummer is a 
native of New Hampshire, and founded his busi- 
ness here in September, 1878, and has built up a 
fine reputation since that period. His spacious 
store is tilled with a first-class stock of fine drugs 
and chemicals, fancy goods, and toilet articles, 
trusses, shoulder braces, pocket cutlery, stationery, 
and a fine line of cigars and tob.acco. These goods 
are strictly first-class in every particular. The store 
is neatly arranged and is made attractive with hand- 
some show-cases, soda-water fountain, and tasteful 
fixtures. Mr. Plummer is assisted by two compe- 
tent clerks, and commands a first-class retail busi- 
ness. He pays particular attention to the dispens- 
ing department and fills physicians' prescriptions 
with care and absolute accuracy. Mr. Plummer ia 
thoroughly experienced in bis profession. 



TOWN OF ATHOL 



Worcester county is the largest county in the State of Massachusetts, and, in the broadest sense 
one of the best and most prosperous. There is s.- vast deal of real Yankee quality in and all tlirough 
it — three different streams, indeed, filtered in from as many different States. Crossing Massachusetts 
north and south, its head is against the New Hampshire line, and its feet upon Ehode Island on the 
one side and Connecticut on the other. It is thick with bright, progressive towns, whose natural advan- 
tages of location have not been allowed to go to waste, and whose people believe in subduing the forces 
of nature and turning them to serviceable and good account. 

The town of Athol is one of these busy communities, and has made itself known and felt in a com- 
mercial way beyond the county and beyond the State. Its earliest name, like that of many another town 
hereabouts, was bestowed by the Indians, wlio called it Paquoig or Peyquage. Its present name is 
Scotch, being that of a mountainous and picturesque district in the northern part of Perthshire, Scotland. 
The location of the town is beautiful in respect of natural scenery, and fortunate exceedingly as to the 
water power at the command of its industrial enterprises. 

In the northern part of the county, Athol is situated on Miller's river, not far from the southern 
line of the Granite State. The city of Boston is but seventy miles away ; Worcester is only twenty-eight 
miles distant on the southeast, while Springfield is forty -eight miles to the southwest. It is at this point 
that the Boston and Albany and the Boston and Fltchburg railroads meet, and the passenger and 
freight transportation facilities afforded by these two lines are a significant factor in the upbuilding of 
the town as the seat of numerous and successful manufactures. 

This town comprises Athol, Athol Centre, and Upper Village. As a whole it is attractive and 
handsome, being well laid out, substantially improved, and presenting everywhere those practical 
evidences of thrift and contentment for which the progressive towns of the Bay State are distinguished. 

There is no town of its size iu New England that has a better or more efficient system of common 
school instruction, none where the education of its children and youth receives more careful or intelli- 
gent attention. 

The moral and religious sentiments of the community find expression in churches representative 
of all the princi[ial phases of organized belief common to the State. 

Two well-supported weekly newspapers are published, and several benevolent and secret societies 
have .a good membership. 

An excellent index to the business activities of this town is found in its banking institutions, of 
which there are three. The Athol National Bank has a capital of $100,000; Miller's River National 
Bank has a capital of $1.50,000 and a surplus amounting to $100,000 ; while the Athol Savings Bank 
list of depositors is a flattering comment upon the general frugality of this community. The manufacturing 



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TO WN OF A TI/OL. 



industries centered here are numerous, and in their kind important. The largest items consist in mechan ics* 
tools, boots and shoes, though cotton and woolen goods and sewing-silk are also prominent among other 
articles of production. 

Athol now has a population of nearly or quite five thousand, but is by no means done growing. Its 
people are energetic and ambitious, and some idea of the extent and character of the business enter- 
prises th-it engage their capital and attention may be formed by a perusal of the sketches that 
follow. 



Arthur F. Tyler, Manufacturer of Sash 
and lUinds, Window Screens, Screen Doors, etc., 
Factory and Office, Main Street. — A well-known 
and prosperous concern is that of Arthur F. Tyler, 
manufacturer of sash and blinds, window screens, 




screen doors, painted blinds and trimmings, and 
whose products are in steady and extensive demand, 
owing to the deservedly high reputation tliey main- 
tain in the building trade. This flourishing enter- 
prise, was started in 1876. The factory and prem- 
ises, comprising a three-story 32xl00-foot mill, a 
three-story 35x50-foot frame structure used as a 
warehouse, a 200xl00-foot lumber yard, sheds, com- 
modious office, etc., are supplied with heavy steam 
power, an eiglity-horse power engine and boiler 
being in service, and completely equipped with the 
most improved sawing and planing machinery and 
other appliances, and employment is afiorded to up- 
ward of forty skilled hands. An extensive stock is 
constantly carried on hand to meet the requirements 
of the large and increasing demand, and the tr.ade 
extends all over the Mew England States. Mr. 
Tyler is a native of the historic town of Lex- 
ington, and a man endowed with the native charac- 
teristics that invariably lead toward success. 

Millers' River Maniifactiiring Com- 
pany, Manufacturers of Horse Blankets and Sati- 
nets, Main Street. — The Millers' River M.anufactur- 
ing Company, the well-known manufacturers of 
horse blankets and satinets, was incorporated in 
1863 with a capital of §40,000, which has since 
been reduced to §30,000. The president of the con- 
cern is Mr. George T. Johnson, who is a native 
of Springfield, Mass., and the resident agent is 
Mr. William G. Johnson, who was born at Dana, 
Mass. The company's mill, located adjacent to 
the Fitchburg Railroad, is a three-story frame 
building 100x45 feet in dimensions, and is 
equipped wilh five sets of cards and other necessary 
machinery, which are operated by water-power. 
The company employ a staff of seventy hands. 



and make a specialty of the manufacture of horse 
blankets and satinets, for which they have a large 
trade throughout the United States. The selling 
agents of the company forsatinets are Messrs. Eacon, 
Baldwin &, Co., of Franklin street. New York. The 
horse blankets are sold direct to the trade 
by the company themselves. The com- 
pany have neatly furnished offices on the 
second floor of the Millers' River Na- 
tional Bank, on Main street, and the con- 
cern ranks A 1 in the trade. 

F. V. Orciitt & Son, Merchant 
Tailors, No. 4 Exchange Street. — The 
enterprising and popular firm of F. V. 
Orcutt & >Son, merchant tailors, are in 
all respects the leading exponents of the 
art in or around Atliol to-day, the gar- 
ments leaving tliis establishment being 
A 1 iu every feature — cut, fit, finish, 
and material. This flourishing business 
was established iu April of the present 
year, but Mr. Orcutt, Sr., was connected 
with J. D. Holbrook & Co. for fourteen 
years, and from the start Messrs. Orcutt & Son 
virtually bounded into public favor and pros- 
perity by the general excellence of their work, 
and uniform satisfaction rendered to their patrons, 
among whom are many of the solid and wealthy 
citizens of Athol and environment, also a large 
trade from Boston and other cities of Massachu- 
setts. They occupy neat and well-ordered prem- 
ises, and carry an extensive and carefully selected 
stock, embracing a full and fine assortment of im- 
ported and domestic fabrics, cloths, cassimeres, 
woolen and worsted goods in the newest styles and 
most attractive designs, checks, plaids, suitings, etc., 
some ten or more skilled hands being employed. 
Messrs. Orcutt (F. V. and C. E.), who are natives 
of Ellsworth, Me., but long residents of Boston, are 
both thorough masters of their art. 

Athol Boot and Shoe Store, A. S. Davis, 
Proprietor, Stockwell's Block, No. 105 Main Street. 
— The excellent shoe emporium of A. S. Davis, 
popularly known as the " Atliol Boot and iShoe 
Store," sign of the "Golden Boot," Stockwell's 
Block, was established in 1871, and during the in- 
tervening fifteen years has been conducted with 
uniform and gratifying success, the trade growing 
with years, until now it is at once large and of a 
most desirable character. The store is neat and 
commodious, being 25x60 feet in dimensions, and a 
heavy and superior stock is carried, embracing a 
complete assortment of fine and medium grades of 
ladies', gents', misses', boys', and children's boots 
and shoes, and two competent and efficient assist- 
ants attend to the wants of customers. Mr. Davis, 
the enterprising and courteous proprietor, was born 
iu Kingston, Conn., but has been long a resident of 
Athol. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



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Lueieii Lord, " Post-office Book Store," Book- 
sellt-r, and Dealer in Fine Stationery, Fancy (ioods, 
Tovs, Novelties, and Toilet Articles. — At the at- 
tractive emporium of Lucien Lord, popularly 
known as the "Post-office Book Store," is displayed 
an exceedingly fine selection of books, stationery, 
pictorials, magazines, periodicals, novelties in cards, 
fancy wares, toilet articles, and perfumery goods, 
besides a multifarious assortment of toys, games, and 
useful and ornamental articles in endless variety, 
purchasers and patrons being always assured of 
receiving reliable and excellent goods, honorable 
treatment, and prompt and polite attention in this 
well-equipped and deservedly popular store. This 
flourishing business was established in 18(50, and at 
the very outset Mr. I>ord may be said to have vir- 
tually bounded into pviblic favor and prosperity by 
the superiority of tlie goods handled, coupled with 
untiring attention to the wants of customers. The 
premises occupied are spacious and commodious, 
the store being 25x75 feet in dimensions, fitted up 
auvl arranged with admirable taste, and a heavy 
and A 1 stock is carried, including, besides general 
literature, historical works, school and text books, 
fiction, novels, and miscellaneous books and Bibles, 
also blank boo!;s of every description, ledgers, jour- 
nals, day books, etc., and a full and fine line of 
American, English, and French stationery, pic- 
tures, art goods, periodicals, and pictorials of 
standard merit, novelties in leather goods, albums, 
toilet articles, jjerfumery, toys, games, and fancy 
goods, two capable and efficient clerks being em- 
ployed, and altogether a splendid business is done. 
Mr. Lord is a native of this town, his father, Ethan 
Lord, and his grandfather and great grandfather 
having all been born in Athol. His great grand- 
father was one of the first children born in Athol 
in the year of its settlement in 1736, his great great 
grandfather having been one of the five original 
settlers who came from Hatfield in that year. Mr. 
Lord has filled the office of postm;ister here since 
1869, in which capacity he has rendered eminent 
satisfaction. 

H. R. Barber, Manufacturer of and Dealer 
in Harness, Robes, Blankets, Whips, Trunks, etc.. 
Main Street. — Mr. H. R. Barber, manufacturer of 
and dealer in harness, robes, blankets, trunks, 
etc., has established a deservedly high reputa- 
tion, and as a consequence he receives a large mea- 
sure of merited recognition. This prosperous busi- 
ness (which is the only one of the kind in Athol), 
was started in 1864, and from the first has been 
conducted with uniform and gratifj'ing success. 
Making and liandling an excellent class of goods, 
the result could hardly have been other than the 
positive and permanent success he has achieved. He 
occupies a 2ox60-foot store, with a 2o.x20-foot shop 
in the rear, located on Main street, and carries a 
heavy and first-class stock, including, besiiles har- 
ness of all kinds, robes, blankets, whips, brushes, 
chamois, sponges, liorserlothing, trunks, traveling 
bags, etc., repairing in all its branches being a spe- 
cialty, and four skilled workmen are employed. 
Mr. Barber is a native of Warwick, and a practical 
and expert workman. 

Geo. A. Ellis & Co., Dealers in Coal.— 
Mr. (ieo. A. Ellis is a wholesale and retail dealer 
in coal, and is in all respects the leuding and most 
reliable dealer in the coal trade in Athol, and of 



whom Mr. N. AVhitcomb is the popular and effi- 
cient agent. This fiourishing business was estab- 
lished in March, 1S74. Handling a superior class 
of coal, upright and honorable in their dealings, 
and devoting close attention to the wants of the 
trade, the result could hardly have been other than 
the full measure of public favor they now deserv- 
edly enjoy. The yard is very capacious (five hun- 
dred tons), the coal sheds being 25x100 feet in di- 
mensions, with a neat office, and a heavy and care- 
fully assorted stock is carried, the carting being 
done by contract. Mr. Ellis is a native of the town 
of Ashland, Mass. 

Geo. Gerry & Sou, Manufacturers of Wool 
and Waste Dusters, Lumpers, Mill (iearing, etc. — 
Thirty odd years of continuous and successful exist- 
ence is the record that marks the history of the 
well-known concern of Geo. (.ierry & Son, of this 
town, manufacturers of wool and waste dusters, 
lumpers, mill gearing, etc., whose products are in 
steady and extensive demand all over the country. 
This fiourishing enterprise was started in 1853 by 
George Gerry (deceased), who subsequently took 
intopartnershiphisson, George M.Gerry, thus con- 
stituting the widely-known firm whose name heads 
this sketch. In 1879 the founder died, and the 
business has since beeti continued by Mr. Gerry the 
younger, still trading under the old style of 
firm, which is something equivalent to a well- 
established trade-mark. The shop is supplied 
with steam and water-power, and thoroughly 
equipped with the finest machinery and appli- 
ances, the trade extending to all parts of the 
United States. The products include, besides wool 
and waste dusters and lumpers, also rag and carpet 
dusters, nappers, mill-gearing, shaiting, pulleys, 
bolts, etc , special attention being given to jobbing 
and repairing of all kinds. The hmjper made by 
this concern is in all respects an excellent device, 
and invaluable to mill owners, taking the bits out 
of the stock and saving the card clothing. It will 
take out all bits and leave the stock light, clean, 
and free from anything that will injure the card 
clothing. 

M. L. Lee & Co., Manufacturers of Men's, 
Youth.s', and Boys' Kip Boots, Brogan and Plow 
Shoes, Travis and South Streets. — This is a popular 
aud old-established boot and shoe manuf icturing 
concern, and dates its foundation from 1861, and 
during the quarter of a century of its experience it 
has taken a leading position in its special line of 
trade. The factory is a three-story frame building 
50x50 feet in dimensions, and this is equipped with 
tlie latest improved boot and shoe machinery, 
which is operated by steam power. From sixty to 
eighty skilled and experienced hands are per- 
manently employed, and the manufactures of the 
establishment comprise men's, youths', and boys' 
kip boots, brogans, and plow shoes. About one 
hundred cases, consisting of one thousand two hun- 
dred pairs of boots and three hundred pairs of 
shoes, are produced weekly. The firm cater for 
the Western trade, and in this have been eminently 
successful. The firm have an office and salesroom 
at No. 117 Pearl street, Boston, through which the 
bulk of the sales of the concern is effected. The 
individual members of the firm are Messrs. M.L. 
and J. H. Lee, both of whom are natives of Athol, 
and Edwin L. Sanborn, who was born in Boston. 



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Standard Tool Company, Manufacturers 
of Chaplin's Patent Try Square and Level, Centre 
Squares, Surface Gauges, etc.— Special mention 
should be made of the Standard Tool Company of 
this town, manufacturers of Chaplin's patent try 
square and level, centre squares, surface gauges, etc., 
■whose products are in steady demand, owing to their 
unequivocal superiority, being in use in all civilized 
countries on the planet. This nourishing enter- 
prise was started in ISSl, and from the first has 
Been a positive and permanent success, the trade 
growing and extending steadily and rapidly from 
its inception, until now it is exceeding large. The 
•works are capacious and supplied with the best 
facilities and completely equipped in every respect, 
upward of thirty expert workmen being employed, 
and the trade extends all over the United States, a 
fine export business also being done with England, 
Holland, Denmark, Turkey, and Australia. Among 
the articles manufactured tlie Chaplin try square 
and mitre, spirit level and plumb, is "a tool needed 
by every workman," being one of the most ingen- 
ious and perfect appliances ever devised for me- 
chanics' use, its construction with an adjustable 
blade enabling it to be used for an almost endless 
variety of purposes, only a few of which can be in- 
dicated here for obvious reasons. It consists of a 
mitre head or stock provided with a spirit level, a 
T or centre head and a sliding steel blade, firmly 
held to its seat by a cUimp bolt. The blades are 
graduated on each of the four edges the entire 
length — on one side in sixteenthsand thirty-seconds, 
and on the other in tenths and twelfths. As a try 
square, having a blade or tongue that can be in- 
stantly adjusted to any length, it supplies the place 
of an entire set of common squares at a small 
fraction of their cost. Asa spirit level and plumb, 
its compactness makes it a great convenience in 
many places where an ordinary level cannot be 
used. The blade, when removed from the stock, 
forms a graduated steel rule and straight edge, 
which, of itself, is a tool in constant demand and 
use by all mechanics. Another excellent device is 
the standard try square, light, convenient, and 
warranted accurate; the improved surface gauge, 
patented October 7th, 1879, also being an article 
in universal demand, owing to its unequivocal ex- 
cellence. This tool is provided with an adjustable 
attachment for the quick and accurate adjustment 
of work on a line with the bed of a planer, or paral- 
lel to its edge. Besides the articles mentioned, the 
company manufactures graduated steel rules, the 
Bellows patent caliper, the bevel protractor (with 
level attachment"), the universal bevel steel caliper, 
nde, etc., and altogether, a very fine business is 
done. The copartnership consists of Messrs. D. A. 
Newton and S. H. Bellows, natives of this State. 

Bennett & Van Valkenbiirg-, Manu- 
facturers of Cotton Warps and Yarns, Kiver Street. 
— This establishment was founded in 1 805 by Mr. 
W. A. Fisher, who was succeeded first by the 
Athol Mill Com])any, then by Mr. R. L. Jones, 
and next by the present proprietors in 1SS4. The 
copartners are Mr. A. ( J. Bennett, who is a native of 
Springfield, Mass., and for fourteen years was a con- 
ductor on the Boston and Albany railroad, and Mr. 
L. S. Van ^'alkenburg, who was born at Kinderhook, 
N. Y., and has resided in Atliol since IJ^Cio. The 
mill is a four-story frame building, 7.5x100 in di- 
mensions, and is equipped with suitable machinery. 



which is operated by water power. From twenty- 
eight to fifty hands are employed, and the products 
of the concern are blanket and satinet warps and 
yarns. The firm conduct a brisk business, and 
their goods are shipped to all parts of the New 
England States promptly and at the lowest market 
rates. 

J. Wesley Goodman (Successor to Hale, 
Goodman & Co.), Manufacturers of Billiard-Table 
Frames, Legs, etc. — Of the many noteworthy con- 
cerns contributing to the general sum of industrial 
activity in Athol special mention should be made 
of the well-known establishment of J. Wesley Good- 
man, manufacturer of billiard-table frames, legs, 
etc., whose products are in steady and extensive 
demand all over the country, owing to the uni- 
forndy high standard of excellence they maintain, 
being not surpas.sed in any feature, in design, work- 
manship, or finish. This flourishing enterprise 
was started in 1S45 by the firm, Hale, Goodman & 
Co., by whom it was conducted for some time, and 
then passed into the sole control of Mr. Goodman, 
the present proprietor (and one of the former part- 
ners), who has since continued the business alone 
with eminent success, the trade being very large, 
and afibrding evidence of constant and material 
increase annually. The factory is a 2.5xlOO-foot 
brick building, with a two-story 4flxl50-foot frame 
structure extension, supplied with a forty-horse 
power engine and boiler, and completely equipped 
with the most improved macliinery and appur- 
tenances, and a large staff of expert workmen are 
employed. Billard-table frames and rosewood, 
Grecian, fancy inlaid, and plain legs for piano-fortes 
and billiard tables are manufactured, Mr. Goodman 
being also general agent for Samuel May's steel 
combination cushion, and altogether a very fine 
business is done, the trade extending throughout 
the whole of tlie Ignited States. Mr. Goodman is 
a native of this State, and a practical workman, 
withsome thirty years' close experience. 

O. Kendall & Co., Manufacturers of Calf, 
Kip, and Thick Boots and Shoes, Exchange Street. 
— Among the pioneer boot and shoe concerns in 
Athol is that of Messrs. O. Kendall & Co., manu- 
facturers of calf, kip, and thick boots and shoes. 
This concern was founded over half a century ago, 
in 1S.34, under the firm style of O. Kendall & Son, 
audthepresenttitle, (). Kendall & Co., was adopted 
in 1870, the co-partners then being Messrs. Ozi 
Kendall, Ira Y. Kendall, and George S. Pond. 
The two latter are the only proprietors now. They 
are natives of Athol and Hubbardston respec- 
tively, and gentlemen of vast experience in their 
particular branch of trade. They have a well- 
equipped two-story brick factory, 50x50 feet in 
dimensions, and they provide constant employment 
for sixty skilled and experienced operatives in the 
manufacture of calf, kip, and thick boots and shoes 
for men, youth, and boys. The machinery is oper- 
ated by a ten-horse power steam engine and boiler. 
The firm have a well-appointed warehouse on P2x- 
change street, where they keep on hand a large 
stock of their manufactures ready for prompt ship- 
ment in response to immediate orders. The busi- 
ness is exclusively wholesale, and the trade relations 
of the house extend throughout the New England 
and \\Vstcin States. The prices which prevail are 
invariably reasonable. 



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Li. S. Starrett, Manufacturer of Fine Me- 
chanical Tools. — The establishment of Mr. L. S. 
Starrett, the well-known manufacturer of line me- 
chanical tools, was founded in 1881, and imme- 
diately gained a wide repute for the superiority of 
its productions. The manufacturing plant is large 
and .spacious, and fully equipped with the latest im- 
proved tools and appliances, operated by water power, 
and giving steady employment to twenty-live skilled 
meelianics. Of the productions of this house we 
would call special attention to Starrett's patent com- 
bination squares, stjel rules from one to thirty-six 
inches, steel straight edge, Starrett's lock-joint trans- 
fer calipers, improved bevel protractor, Starrett's 
patent inclinometer, Starrett's combined caliper 
square and micrometer, improved screw pitch gauge, 
graduated scratch gauge, etc., etc. The success 
which has attended Mr. Starrett's efibrts in de- 
vising and manufacturing improved tools has been 
such as to enable him to increase his facilities 
by a large new building, 72x40 feet, three stories, 
and to recently add several important inventions 
to his output, among them being larger combina- 
tion squares, with eighteen-inch and twenty-four- 
inch blade, a line of lock-joint calipers and dividers, 
also to supply a line of the best iron levels made. 
This list combines to make a fuller line of superior 
fine tools than can elsewhere be found, and they 
are manufactured with s])ecial reference to their 
celerity and adaptability in the performance of all 
work for which they are designed. A large and 
steadily increasing trade has been established with 
dealers aid machinists throughout the United 
States, England, France, and many European coun- 
tries. Mr. Starrett is a native of Maine, an accom- 
plished inventor, and a responsible dealer. 

Lewis Sanders, Manufacturer of and Dealer 
in Half liarrels. Kegs, and Cooper Stock. — The 
ably conducted establishment of Lewis Sanders, 
manufacturer of and dealer in half barrels, kegs, 
and cooper stock, is the only enterprise of the kind 
in or around this town, and was established in 
1882, the trade growing steadily and rapidly year 
by year until now it is very extensive. The prem- 
ises occupied comprise, besides a two-story 25x50- 
foot structure, and a neat and commodious office in 
town, also a capacious two-story 25xl(i0-fo<it fac- 
tory, with saw and planing-mill, on the Fitchburg 
railroad, half a mile out of town, all thoroughly 
equipped with the most improved machinery and 
appliances, and employment is afforded to alto- 
gether upward of thirty-five workmen. A heavy 
and excellent stock is constantly carried to meet 
the requirements of the large and ever-increasing 
demand. Mr. Sanders, who is a native of AVest 
Townsend, Mass., is a man thoroughly conversant 
with every phase and feature of the business. 

W. H. Kauifmail, Manufacturer of Wool- 
ens, Freedom Street. — W. II. Kauffman, the pro- 
prietor of the woolen mill on Freedom street, was 
born in Canada thirty-five years ago, and for the 
past twenty-six years has resided in the United 
States. In 1880 he founded this mill, and has suc- 
ceeded in building up a brisk trade. The mill is a 
three-story frame building, standing upon an area 
of 40x(i0 feet. It is equipped with the most re- 
cently improved machinery, which includes twelve 
looms, and these are operated by water power. 
Fifteen hands are employed, and the products of 



the concern consist of satinets and cotton warps for 
cheap wear for men. The productive capacity of 
the mill i.s three thousand yards per week, and 
tliese, tlirough tlie selling agents of the concern, 
Messrs. Hacon, Baldwin & Lo., of Nos. 92 and 94 
Franklin street, New York, are shipped to all 
parts of the Union. The products are valued for 
their uniform excellence. 

Athol Silk Company, Sewing Silk and 
Machine Twist. — This company represents one of 
tlie most extensive silk-thread industries in the 
country. Having unsurpassed resources and facili- 
ties for production in that line, its brands are in 
large and increasing demand throughout the trade. 
The Athol Silk Company was incorporated under 
the laws of Massachusetts in 1881, with a capital of 
$100,000. The officers are Daniel E. Adams, pres- 
ident, and Thos. H. Goodspeed, treasurer, both 
prominent men of ripe experience. The mill is in 
a two-story brick building, 40x100 feet in area. It 
is provided with a complete mechanical outfit, in- 
cluding the latest inventions and improvements 
available in the operations of the establishment. 
Seventy skilled hands lind constant employment in 
the several departments. The range of manufac- 
ture embraces machine twist, sewing silk, and Hoss 
in all shades of color. The production in all lines 
is of the most superior character, being unexcelled 
in every desirable quality, and represents the high- 
est standard in strength and finish. Another im- 
portant item in connection with the conduct of the 
business is that the preparation is srj thorough that 
goods of the finest and most reliable quality are pro- 
duced at the minimum of cost, and are placed to 
the trade on the most attractive terms. Seven hun- 
dred pounds of raw silk are used every week. The 
demand for machine twist is greater in this coun- 
try than in any other, since the sewing-machine, 
as a purely American invention, has become so 
much more generally adopted in factory and domes- 
tic use. The producers of silk in the various States 
where this interest is carried on are therefore en- 
titled to much praise for the well-earned victory 
following their intelligent and efficient eflx)rts. The 
Athol Silk (.'ompany is a factor of the greatest 
value in the prosperity and growth of the city. 

Traill & White, Dealers in Stoves and 
Ranges, Crockery, Tin and Wooden Ware, etc.. No. 
102 Main Street. — The well-ordered and excellent 
establishment of Train & White is by common 
consent the leading and largest concern of the kind 
in this town. This well-known and popular store 
was started in 1877 by E. W. Train, by whom it 
was conducted up to June, 1885, when he admitted 
into partnership W. A. White, thus constituting 
the enterprising and prosperous firm whose name 
stands at the head of this sketch, and who have 
since continued the business with tlie most gratifv- 
ing results, the trade being at once large and sub- 
stantial, and affords evidence of constant and mate- 
rial increase. The premises occupied comprise a 
25x60-foot store, with a 25xl5-foot shop, located in 
the rear of and separate from the store, and a licavy 
and superior stock is constantly carried on baud, fur- 
nace and job work being a specialty, and some half 
a dozen skilled and competent hands are regularly 
employed. Mr. Train was born at Crown Point, 
New York State, and Mr. White is a native of 
Massachusetts. 



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CITY OF SPRINGFIELD. 



AN OUTLINE OF ITS EARLY HISTORY— THE CITY OF THE PRESENT DAT— ITS 
BEAUTIFUL LOCATION, MANUFACTURES AND GENERAL TRADE. 



The original settlers of this country sought these shores for the sake of freedom, and, whether at 
first a component part of it or not, plenty of room to live in presently came to be essential to their idea 
of it. So it happened that what has since become popularly known as the "Western ferer" attacked 
many of the early colonists, and it was this desire for more room, spiced, likely enough, with a spirit of 
adTsnture, that led to the settlement of Springfield. 

The year was 1635. Boston was live years old and not very thickly inhabited, as we measure den- 
sity of population in these days, but for several years the country thereabouts had been deemed over- 
crowded, and, as good old Cotton Mather expressed it, " The Massachusetts Colony is become like an 
hive overstocked with bees, and many of the new inhabitants entertain thoughts of moving into plan- 
tations extending further into the country." Indeed, the feeling was so strong that general permission 
was given to remove upon condition that those going thence should still hold allegiance to the Govern- 
ment of Massachusetts. Four Dorchester men — two of them Samuel Hall and John Oldham by name 
— had been dispatched westward to spy out the land. Striking the lovely valley of the Connecticut, 
they were charmed by its natural beauty, fertile soil, and their hospitable treatment by the Indians 
and had returned home laden with beaver skins and other presents, and taking with them samples of 
the hemp that grew so abundantly in the luxuriant meadows. 

Early Settlement and History. 

In the spring of 163.5 William I'ynchon, a patentee and magistrate under the Colony charter, had 
concluded to emigrate, and sent forward John Cable and Jolm Woodcock to the "famous river," to 
make some preparation for tlie colony he proposed. Fascinated, doubtless, by the rich meadow lands 
on the west side of the river, they located upon a spot since known, in commemoration of the event, as 
" House Meadow," where tliey probably spent the summer ; but, being advised by the Indians that it 
was subject to overflow, this site was abandoned in favor of one on the e;ist side. Hither came Pyn- 
chon and his associates on May 1-itli, 1636, who were joined two days later by others, making twelve 
in all, and this was the original settlement of Springfield. A written agreement w;is entered into 
which, among other things, limited the new town to forty families, unless it sliould afterward be deemed 
advisable to increase tlie number to fifty. Land was duly allotted according to the "quality and 
estate" of the settlers, one of the stijiulations being that no one but William Pynchon should have 
more than ten acres. 

Whether this young town rapidly outgrew itself and became incontinently crowded does not 
appear ; but it seems that at the end of three years only three of the original settlers remained, and not 
one was laid to his final rest beneath the sod. Some fifteen years subsequent to the planting of the 
colony Pyncljon was charged with heresy — a capital sin in those days — and, failing to abjure his ini- 
quity, fled to England in 1652, his son-in-law, Henry Smith, and Mr. Moxon, the minister, going with 
him. 

No sooner were the colonists fairly settled than large tracts of land on both sides of the river were 
purchased from the Indians, that on the east bank covering most of the present site of Springfield. The 
virgin town was laid out in its western part, and Main street represents the original thoroughfare. Elm, 
York and Cypress streets are the widened lanes that then extended from it down to the river, while 
State street measurably marks the old eastern outlet. For two years the " Plantation of Agawam " 
was governed by eight commissioners appointed by the General Court of Massachusetts. A dispute 

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between the latter State and Connecticut as to its jurisdiction was settled in favor of the Bay State, and, 
pending the issue of a commission by tlie latter, Pyuchon was chosen magistrate by acclamation. The 
General Court officially confirmed his election in 1641, and it was in this year that the name of the 
town was changed to Springfield — a mark of respect to its magistrate in memory of his old English 
home. His administration of public affairs seems to have been wise and judicious ; the Indians weredis- 




HAMPDEN COUNTY COURT HOUSE. 



posed to be friendly, and he did everything in his power to keep them so, while the people gave them- 
selves diligently to the cultivation of the soil and the few homely industries they had set in operation. 

Witchcraft broke out, and prevailed in a mild form from 1649 to 1651, but was evidently too far away 
from its Salem home to do much harm. 

In 1652 Magistrate Pynchon betook himself beyond the reach of his heresy hunters by returningto 



CITY OF SPRINGFIELD. 



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England. In his place three magistrates wer6 appointed — John Pynchon, his son, Eliziir Holyoke, a 
son-in-law, and Samuel Chapin — who were empowered to try all civil and criminal causes, except very 
serious ones of the latter class, which were taken to the tieneral Court. In 1654 tliis commission, in 
accordance with official instructions, laid out a new plantation on the west side of the river, and another 
on the east — respectively Northampton and Iladley — and in 16G2 these, with Springfield, were erected 
into the county of Hampshire, with Springfield as the shire town. 

The first brick house that Springfield could boast was built by John Pynchon in 1660. It was a 
fortified building, in anticipation of possible trouble with the Indians, and proved a most serviceable 
defense in the war that followed, fifteen years later. It remained in the hands of the Pynchon family 
till 1831, when it was displaced by a modern structure; but the old woo<lcn house attached to it, 

the original home here of William 
Pynchon, was at that time removed 
to the eastern part of Cross street, 
where it is used for dwelling and 
laundry purposes, and is still pointed 
out to visitors as one of the few sur- 
viving relics of the earliest days. 

About 1662 a jail was constructed, 
and this with the church, built in 
1645, were the only public buildings 




for many years. Springfield apparently got 
on very well without an hotel for twenty- 
nine years, but in 1665 one Nathaniel Ely 
opened an " ordinary " under license, which 
he carried on ten years and then died. The 
tavernkeeper of those days was a person of 
no small importance, whose duties and im- 
munities were carefully prescribed by the authorities, and while he enjoyed the privilege and emoluments 
of the position, was held to a strict fulfillment of its obligations. Nathaniel was, upon the whole, a good 
landlord, and during his career was haled before the magistrates only twice, being mulcted in the goodly 
sum of £16 for selling a gallon of cider to an Indian, and later en was indiscreet enough to furnish in- 
ferior beer to the honorable members of the court itself, sitting in his house, an imprudence that cost 
him forty shillings. The Ely tavern is still standing at the corner of Dwight and Sanford streets. 

Nothing occurred to disturb the tranquillity of the little colony till 1675. The relations between 
the whites and the Indians had from the first been mutually amicable and profitable, but the Agawams 
were induced by King Philip to join the general league against the white population. The Indians 



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hereabouts numbered about two hundred, and one October morning in the above-mentioned year were 
reinforced by some tliree hundred hostiles, and raided the settlement, intending a general massacre of 
the people. The latter had been advised of the proposed attack, took refuge in the three fortified 
houses, and made such courageous defense that but three men and one woman were killed. Unhap- 
pily, they could not defend their property, and thirty-two of their forty-five dwellings were burned, 




State St. M. E. Church. 



Florence St. M. E. Church. 

SPniNGFIELD CHUBCHES. 



Church of the Unity. 



together with twenty-four barns filled with the year's harvest, and the corn and saw mill of Major 
Pynchon. Tlie disgusted redmen at once decamped, after awhile the war ended, and in a few years the 
town of Springfield was more than itself again. 

The first Court-House was built in 1723, a simple wooden structure of two stories, which was not 
demolished till 1871. 



CITY OF SPRINGFIELD. 



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During the period of the French and Indian War, 1744-60, in which the New England mUitia 
were so active, Springfield contributed its full quota of men, many of wliom were slain. 

At the opening of the Revolution the town consisted of one hundred and fifty dwellings, besides 
necessary outbuildings, one church, a school-house, and a Court-House, located moslly on the west side 
of the main street. Nowhere did the cause of Colonial independence find more zealous supporters than 
at Springfield, which was made a recruiting station and a military supply depot. The works opened 
here during the war ultimately determined the location of the National Armory. 

Scarcely had its people settled into their accustomed pursuits, after the close of the Revolution, 
than Shays' Rebellion swept its raging mob of malcontents through the State and kept its shire towns 




in a condition of unrest. Shays amused himself by 
going about the country with a body of armed men 



and preventing or breaking up the sessions of the 
courts, and it was not until 1785 or 1786 that the 
Government took any decisive measures to suppress 
his raids. An army of four thousand four hundred 
men was raised and put in command of General Lin- 
coln; one thousand two hundred of them were 
Hampshire county men under General Shepard, and were stationed at Springfield. Shepard was a 
fighter, who thought the kid-glove policy had been tried long enough, and warned Shays on his ap- 
proach to seize the Arsenal that there would be no trifling. The latter continued to advance, but a 
cannon-shot that meant business dispersed the insurgents and practically ended the rebellion. 

When General Washington visited New England in 1789 he was entertained while at Springfield 
at the tavern of Zenas Parsons, the front of which was overhung by the old elm near the southeast 
corner of Court square. 

Hampden county was formed in 1812 from the southern part of Hampshire, and Springfield made 
the seat of justice. 

In 1848 the subject of a city charter had been agitated for sometime, but the setting ofTof half the 
territory of the town and about two-fifths of its inhabitants to create Chicopee delayed the movement. 
On May 25th, 1852, however, Springfield's career as an incorporated city began, with Caleb Kice as the 
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Springfield of the Present. 

Springfield, the judicial seat of Hampden county and the commercial metropolis of Western Mas- 
sachusetts, is beautiful for situation and in itself, on the east bank of the Connecticut river, ninety- 
eight miles west by south from Boston, one hundred and thirty-eight northeast from New York, 
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and Hartford twenty-five to the south. It is a manufacturing city, surrounded on all sides by manu- 
facturing towns and cities, and in the heart of one of the most beautiful and fertile valleys on the 
continent. The city lies in the lap of the westerly slooe of a plain that here drops gradually down to 
the river. It is for the most part regularly laid out, though some of the older streets still retain their 
original wayward course, and are a rather pleasant diversion from the rectangular character of the 
more modern ones. Tlie chief business thoroughfare is Main street, which runs parallel with the 
river and is a broad, handsome avenue, lined with ample and substantial business houses and manu- 



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facturing establishments. This part of the city is level, but the ground gradually rises thence to the 
east, breaks into gentle elevations here and there, and furnishes a delightful site for the major portion 
of the city. Its one hundred and thirty miles of well-graded and well-paved streets are overhung by 
magnificent elms, maples and other trees, and as one looks down upon and over the town from the 
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It would be difficult to name a city of equal size that harmoniously combines so many features of 
rural beauty with so large a measure of prosperous business activity. 

Railways. 

This is an age of r.Tilroads, and as the handmaid of commerce they have exerted an almost immeas- 
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Springfield its people owe a vast proportion of tlie prosperity and wealth they are enjoying. Its railway 
facilities put the city in direct and constant communication with all the commercial centres of the 
Union, and are competent to all the exigencies of its many manufacturing and mercantile interests. 
The number of these lines is sutKciently great to keep alive a wholesome competitive spirit that results 
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The Boston and Albany railroad, with its $20,000,000 capital, is an essential link in the great 
trunk-line chain that connects the Atlantic and Pacilic seaboards, and runs through the heart of the 
city. This company also operates the Pittsfield and North Adams, the Ware river, and the old Spring- 
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The New York, New Haven and Hartford Line extends from Springfield to New York city, and 
also holds the franchise of the Harlem Kiver and Port Chester road, that runs from the former point 
to New Rochelle. It has branches to Middletown, New Britain, and Suffield. 

The Connecticut River road is fifty miles long to South Vernon, taps the through lines to the 
White Mountains and Montreal, and the Hoosao Tunnel at Greenfield, with branches to Chioopee Falls 
and Kast Hampton. 

The Springfield and New London Line, operated under lease by the New York and New England 
railroad, extends to the State line, where it makes connection with the old Connecticut Central. 

It is matter of wonder to many outsiders that the splendid water highway offered by the Connecti- 
cut river has never been utilized for heavy freighting purposes. Without doubt the tugboat and barge 
system might be introduced and operated to immense advantage, and the consideration of such an im- 
provement by our business men is likely to eventuate in a very material addition to the transportation 
fa/;ilities already in hand. 

United States Armory. 

Perhaps the most striking of the many interesting features of this city, certainly that by which it 
is most gener.ally known throughout this country and abroad, is the United States Armory. Tliis 
splendid industrial institution is the outcome of the tire-arms and ammunition works that were located 
here during the Revolution. The Armory was formally established by Congress in 1794, and manufac- 
turing operations were begun the following year. The heavy casting shops were located on Mill river, 
and the main building, erected in 1857, was greatly improved by important additions in 1862 and 1863. 
Twenty water-wheels and thirty forges are a prominent feature of the equipment. The Armory build- 
ings proper are situated in the heart of three hundred acres of highly improved ground, and from the 
tower of the Arsenal stretches away in all directions a versatile and picturesque landscape of surpassing 
beauty. Humboldt, who saw it in its natural state, said of it: " This is one of the most beautiful 
landscapes I have ever seen in the whole world, and the most beautiful I have seen in America." The 
principal building is that where arms are stored ; 

" From floor to ceiling. 
Like a huge organ, rise the burnished arms," 

but capable of very different music. This structure was completed in 1846, and here two hundred and 
seventy-five thousand stand of arms are arranged in perfect order and ready for instant use. An 
average of one hundred carbines and rifles are made and finished every day, and these improved breech- 
loaders are to the old flint-locks manufactured at the outset what the locomotive is to the stage-coach. 
Every actual improvement anywhere invented has been at once adopted by the National Government, 
and Springfield fire-arms have always bristled in the van of all similar manufactures. The emergencies 
of the late war kept these works running at high pressure, day and night, three thousand four hundred 
men producing at the rate of one thousand muskets per day. No other business enterprise, railroads 
alone excepted, has been so great a factor in the industrial prosperity of our city. 

Education. 

It goes without saying, of course, that the people of Springfield have made most ample provision 
for the education of their sons and daughters, and the plan here in vogue is of a piece with the system 
common to the State. There are eighteen graded and almost as many ungraded public schools, whose 
general interests are carefully guarded and directed by a School Committee of ten members — one from 
each ward, one at large, and the mayor, who is ex officio chairman. This Committee is supplemented 
by a superintendent, a school-house agent, and two truant officers. The total value of school property 
is about $700,000, the annual expenses approximate l?r20,000, and teachers' salaries range from |375 
to *2,700, the latter being the jjay of the High School principal. Industrial instruction has for several 
years challenged marked attention, and the free evening draughting schools are the successful opening 
of a wide and productive field of important educational work. The school-houses have not, in general, 
the elegant architectural air of the churches, though the High School would be noticeable anywhere, 
but they are ample in size and number, thoroughly modern and convenient in every essential respect 
and provide accommodations for seven thousand five hundred pupils. 



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Churches. 

Religion and education go hand in hand, and side by side with the means that furnisli the one are 
the organizations for religious work and worship. A church was uppermost in the minds of all New 
England settlers, and the lirst article of the agreement signed by William Pynchon and his associates 
in founding iSpringlield expressed their intention " with all convenient speede to procure some godly and 
faithful minister with whome we purpose to joyne in church covenant." Practically the same spirit 
has moved their descendants and followers, and the establishment and growth of religious organizations 
have kept fairly in line with the material prosperity of the town. There are sLx; Congregational, five 
Methodist, two Baptist, and one each Advent, Episcopal, Unitarian, and Universalist, besides St. 
Michael's Cathedral, Chapel of the Sacred Heart, one French Catholic, and those at Indian Orchard. 
Springfield is justly celebrated for the richness of its church edifices. Many of them are of compara- 
tively recent erection, all of them are invitingly and conveniently appointed, and not a few are artistic 
and elegant specimens of church architecture of which any city in the Union might be proud. 

City Library. 

Under the head of education, libraries naturally range themselves, and one of its most generally- 
appreciated auxiliaries here is that founded and supported by the city. This beautiful building is located 
onStatestreet, is of brick, with Ohiostone and granite facings, and is one of the finest of the many notable 
architectural adornments of Springfield. The first floor is conveniently fitted up for theMuseum of 
National History, which contains some fifteen thousand specimens of shells, insects, mounted birds, 
quadrupeds, fish, etc., besides an extensive collection of fossils, and coral, crustacean, and mineralogical 
cabinets, Indian relics, war memorials, etc. Above this are the library and reading-room, the former 
containing upward of fifty thousand judiciously selected volumes, in addition to pamphlets, while upon the 
tables of the reading-room are to befound the leading newspapers and current magazines and periodicals 
of the day. From the founding of the library up to May, 1885, a subscription fee of one dollar was 
charged, but since that date it has been absolutely free. Books are being placed upon its shelves at the 
rate of fourteen or fifteen hundreil a year, and the number of persons who annually avail themselves 
of its valuable privileges is not far from, twenty thousand. 

The Press. 

Among the educational forces of New England, as well as of every other part of this country, the 
newspaper is a recognized vital factor, and has its due weight and influence in Springfield. The only 
morning paper, the Republican, has a national reputation, is issued every day in the week, while the 
weekly edition is a favorite with multitudes of New Englanders in every part of the country. The 
Union and the Daily News are evening papers, the former being also a weekly. The Homestead is 
a Saturday visitor to its patrons, and the Herald and the Herald 0/ Life complete the list of the prin- 
cipal papers that constitute the press of the city. 

School for Christian Workers, 

Springfield possesses one educational institution decidedly unique in character, and the only one of 
its kind in the world — the School for Christian Workers. It is an adjunct of the Young Men's Chris- 
tian Association, was established in 1885, and the building formally and practically opened in the spring 
of 1886. Built expressly for the purpose, it is designed for the instruction of laymen in the duties of 
secretaries of Young Men's Christian Associations and to fit them for pastors' assistants in mission and 
Sunday School work. 

City Hall, 

Situated on Main street, is a very marked contrast to the first Town House dedicated in May, 1828. 
Less noticeable, perhaps, architecturally than many other public buildings, it is a most presentable and 
convenient structure, overlooking Court square. It contains the Council Chambers, the mayor's and 
other municipal offices, the lock-up and station-house being in the basement. The hall is the largest 
audience room in this part of the country, having a seating capacity of two thousand. A four thousand 
four hundred pound bell, the heaviest in the city, swings in the clock-faced tower, and, in addition to 
striking the hours, sounds the alarm of fire. 



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County Court-House. 

The first County Court-House was built in 1723, and was conspicious as a relic of early architecture 
till 1871, when it was torn down. The present structure, on Elm street, near Court square, is of beau- 
tiful design and proportions, was finished in the spring of 1874, and, with the ground, cost $300,000. It 
is built of Monson granite, in conformity with the modern Italian style of architecture, the one- 
hundred-and-fifty-foot tower being a copy of that of the Vecchio Palace, Florence. The interior is 
admirably arranged, the first floor being divided into Police Court, Grand Jury, and Commissioners' 
rooms, and various county offices, wliile the Court Room proper, County Treasurer's oflices, the Law 
Library, etc., are on the second and tlie Jury Booms on the third floor. 

Children's Home. 

One of the most noticeable of the beneyolent institutions of the city is the Children's Home. The 
homes for friendless women and children were formerly carried on in the same building, but the num- 
ber of beneficiaries became so great as to necessitate a separation. The present Children's Home on 
Buckingham street was erected in 1S71, and is provided with every comfort and convenience for the care 
of the little ones whom it is designed to benefit. 

Tlie Women's Home is a beneficiary to the extent of $3,000 by the will of the late Mrs. Dorcas 
Chapin, of this city. 

Among other charitable institutions are the City Hospital, under the management of a Board of 
Trustees composed of ladies and gentlemen. There is now some reason to hope that this institution will 
be put upon a better basis. The late Mrs. Dorcas Chapin, of this city, has devised to it by will the 
generous sura of $2.5,000, on condition that a like amount be subscribed, and that the city donate the 
present Hospital property. 

The Insane Asylum was built about two years ago. 

In addition to the public buildings above mentioned the following are prominent and specially 
worthy of mention : the Springfield Institution for Savings, Third National Bank building, Boston and 
Albany Railroad Company's offices, Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company's building, Spring- 
field Five Cents Savings Bank, Agawam Bank building, Bepublican and Union newspaper buildings, 
Opera House, Haynes' Hotel, Old Rockingham House, besides many elegant churches and handsome 
business blocks. 

Beneficial Societies. 

The Grand Army of the Republic, Masonic Order, Knights of Pythias, Knights Templar and 
other secret societies are well represented and supported, together with several relief associations. 
Among the many organizations in which Springfield business men actively participate are the Art 
Association, devoted to the study of art principles as applied to industry and decoration ; the Science 
Association, for the discussion of scientific subjects, and the Springfield Club, a distinctively business 
institution composed of manufacturers and merchants. 

Public Grounds. 

Springfield does not boast of the amplitude of its park system, nor has it need of the light and air 
spaces so essential to a crowded and densely built-up community. It possesses in itself, throughout its 
entire length and breadth, all those beauties and advantages to gain which parks are laid out in other 
cities. It is not, like scores of others covering no larger an area, a mere mass of stone and brick and 
mortar. There is nothing cooped-up or tenement-like about it. Light, air, ventilation are every- 
where, and features lovely and attractive. In going over the city, however, one is charmed with the 
exquisite spots of public ground that here and there greet the eye and enlist his admiration. Court 
square, for instance, the central point of the city, beneath whose majestic elms stand the Soldiers' 
Monument and the Miles Morgan Statue ; Benton Park, a recent acquisition on State street with its 
old Boston Mile Stone one hundred and twenty-three years old, adorned with Masonic emblems and 
flecked with the scars of some of the bullets that routed the Shays rebels ; that in the rear of tlie City 
Hall and the Stearns and Winchester Parks, are noticeable, while Hampden Park, sixty acres in 
extent on the river bank, is the largest, a famous and favorite resort in summer and fall, and the scene 
of annual fairs and other popular assemblages. Then there is the Springfield Cemetery, opened in 
1841, charmingly located within half a mile of the City Hall, one of the loveliest cities of the dead in 
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Manufactures. 

A city may be beautiful exceedingly in itself and its surroundings ; it may stretch its goodly pro- 
portions along the luxuriant banks of a river of surpassing loveliness ; may possess unnumbered natural 
advantages, charming homes, intelligence, wealth, art, and all the improvements common to a higli 
order of civilization, but the eminently practical spirit of the nineteenth century imperatively demands 
something other than these. Concerning a man, it asks : "What can he do?" and of a town or city 
very much the same question. Thanks to the thrift, activity and foresight of the people of Springfield, 
they can answer this q\iestion without a particle of embarrassment and in the most satisfactory fashion. 

This city is the busy and prosperoiis mart and market of Western Massachusetts, and the products 
of its many manufactories go to every part of the known world. Springfield is widely and justly cele- 
brated for tlie number, variety and prosperity of its skilled industries. The average intelligence of its 
people is exceptionally high. The symbols of culture and refinement are to be found on every hand, 
and there is no lack of sestheticism ; but, fortunately, its inhabitants are utterly destitute of that over- 
done dilettanteism that affects abhorrence of '' greasy mechanics." Ever since the town began to make 
real growth and history its people have been quick to encourage industrial arts and pursuits, and they 
have their reward in the annually aggregating wealth that flows from the multifarious manufactures that 
make the basis of the city's fame and fortune. The rifles produced at the National Armory have given 
the city a name in every part of the globe. The Mason Car Company's railway coaches have a more 
than national reputation. The Smith <& Wesson revolver, the Bollard repeating rifle, the Barney & Barry 
skate, the sewing-machine needles of the National Needle Company — where are these not known and used ? 
The variety of its manufacturing interests is marvelous, and we do not know of another city of its size 
in the Union that can make an equally handsome showing in this respect. Among other productions 
of its mills and factories maybe mentioned the following: Paper collars, papeterie, sewing-machines, 
church organs, envelopes, paints and clxemicals, iron buildings, iron bridges, steam boilers, cigars, cloth- 
ing, watches, gold chains, flannel underwear and mittens are also made here. In addition, it may be 
stated that there are also manufactured artificial limbs, awnings and tents, confectionery, crackers, and 
fancy bread and biscuit, baskets, scliool desks and furniture, blank books, boats, brick, lager beer, braid, 
brackets, calendars, card -board, rag carpets, carriages, cigar-boxes, cloth-faced paper-collar stock, corrugated 
iron, cotton-waste, cutlery, stamps, doors, sash and blinds, edge tools, eave troughs, elevators, emery wheels, 
engines, folding paper boxes, and wood and paper boxes of all kinds, games and toys, glue stock, gold 
leaf, hosiery, harnesses, ink, iron cornices, iron railings, jack screws, jewelry, knit gouds, knitting cot- 
ton, lawn implements, letter files, levels, mechanics' tools, monuments and other stone work, oil feeders, 
paper-makers' supplies, car boxes, patterns and models, picture frames, steam pumps, reeds and harness, 
reins, ruling machines, safety nuts, show-cases, seal presses and bank stamps, sewer and drain pipe, soap 
and candles, soda water and syrups, spices, spring beds, stencils, tape and webbing, window cornices, 
window sash fastenings, wire cloth and window screens, woolen goods, etc., etc. 

Eents are moderate, building material is cheap, water-power is abundant, the best skilled labor no 
higher here than anywhere else, while business men and capitalists are always ready and eager to give 
substantial aid and encouragement to the honest projectors of any and every legitimate enterprise. 

General Trade. 

Time was, and not very long ago, either, when the general trade of Springfield was insignificant 
enough .03 compared with its present generous proportions. Retailers in the outlying towns were wont 
to make annual or serai-annual jaunts to New York or Boston for the purpose of laying in their stock 
of goods. The enterprise of our business men, and the multiplication of manufacturing establishments 
have r.adically changed this order, and in not a few classes of goods our wholesale merchants and man- 
ufacturers can discount the most favorable figures offered in the larger cities. The wholesale trade 
alone of this city now amounts to upward of :?20,000,000 yearly, covers goods of almost every possible 
description, and is continually increasing. Springfield is the natural receiving and distributing station 
for the immense amount of prod.uce of all kinds that is raised in the fertile agricultural country tribu- 
tary to it, and the handling of this is the largest factor in its business. Closely following it is the 
trade in staple and fancy groceries, and that in paper, together with everything comprised under that 
head or manufactured from it. Then come boots and shoes, meats, tobaccos and cigars, candies and 
confections, dry goods and notions, clothing and furnishings, hardware in all shapes, paints, oils, glass, 
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Financial Institutions. 

As to its banking institutions, the business men of the city of Springfield have every reason to be 
proud of their number, strength, and stability. Well officered and prudently managed, every legiti- 
mate accommodation is oft'ered to their patrons. In all there are nine national banks, with a capital 
of $3,300,000, tliree savings banks, one private banking house, and a Clearing House, as follows : National 
banks — Agawam, Chapin, Chicopee, City, First, John Hancock, Pynchon, Second, Third ; savings — 




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Hampden, Springfield Five Cents, Springfield Institution; private banking house, J. G. Mackintosh & 
Co. The Clearing House was organized March 25th, 1873, and has proved of great convenience. Its 
membership comprises all the banks in the city and clearings are had every day. 

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Bented here as to form a distinctive feature of the business operations of the city. Three of the most 
reliable and responsible insurance corporations in the country have their home offices here. The Massa- 
chusetts Mutual Life, organized in 1851, the Springfield Fire and Marine, and the Springfield Fire 
Insurance Companies. In addition to these all the foremost insurance institutions in the United States 
and England have established agencies here in active operation. The natural competition for business 
in conjunction with a wel-managed fire department and the general immunity of the city from fires 
has served to reduce fire insurance rates to the minimum. 

City Government. 

The administration of municipal affiiirs is vested in a mayor, board of eight aldermen, one from 
each ward, and a Common Council consisting of eigliteen members. Following is a list of officers for 
the year 18S6 : Mayor, Edwin D. Metcalf ; aldermen — president, Andrew Y. Beach ; Ward One, James F. 
Bidwell; Ward Two, Andrew Y. Beach; Ward Three, George B. Holbrook; Ward Four, George W. Tap- 
ley; Ward Five, Joel H. Hendrick; Ward Six, Walter H. Wesson; Ward Seven, Bichard W. Pinney; 
Ward Eight, George W. Miller ; clerk, A. T. Folsom ; Common Councilmen — president, Charles L. Long; 
Ward One, George E. Frink, Charles A. Fisk, E. Hale Smith; Ward Two, James A. Bill, Jr., Edwin F. 
Lyford, Samuel J. Whyte; Ward Three, John H. Clure, Claudis C. Margerum, William F. Callender; 
Ward Four, Charles L. Long, 1 lenry II. Bowman, Alfred N. Mayo ; Ward Five, ThomasS. Stewart, Edward 
S. Bradford, Marcus M. Kendall ; Ward Six, William L. Dickinson ; Ward Seven, George W. Hall ; Ward 
Eight, Horatio E. D. Green; clerk, Elijah A. Newell; city clerk and treasurer, Albert T. Folsom. School 
Committee, the mayor ; at large, James L. Johnson ; Ward One, George H. Blelock ; Ward Two, Edward 
H. Phelps ; Ward Three, John R. Smith ; Ward Four, Cornelius S. Hurlbut; Ward Five, Orlando M. 
Baker; Ward Six, James D. Safford; Ward Seven, Kawson Hathaway; Ward Eight, Charles J. 
Goodwin. 

The Police Force 

is composed of a city marshal, assistant marshal, captain, and twenty-nine patrolmen. It is well disci- 
plined and efficient. Robberies or burglaries are of very rare occurrence within the corporate limits, and 
the cracking of banks and mercantile establishments is practically imknown. The cost of maintaining 
the force is about Ji.'52,000 a year. In addition to the regular jxitrolmen there are nearly one hundred 
special officers, mostly janitors of halls, churches, etc., who can be called upon in case of emergency. 

The officers of the department for the current year are: City marshal, E. C. Pettis ; assistant mar- 
shal, C. M. Wright; captain of the watch, E. II. Boecklin ; sergeant of police, J. J. O'Malley. 

Fire Department. . 

The exemption of the city from disastrous conflagrations is in great part due to a thoroughly organ- 
ized and prompt fire service. The report of the chief engineer for the ])resent year gives the force as 
one hundred and forty men, and the main features of the apparatus four steam fire engines, with hose- 
wagons, hook and ladder trucks, besides other modern accessories. The steam fire engine and the 
eighteen men comprising the Armory force are also at the service of the city in the event of need, and 
also the steamer of the Boston and Albany railroad. There are forty fire-alarm boxes distributed 
throughout the city. Following are tlie names of the members of the Board of Engineers: Chief, A. 
P. Lesure ; assistants, J. A. Stevens, W. A. Withey, O. N. Whipple, H. W. Keyes ; superintendent of 
. fire alarm, W. J. Denver. The annual cost of this service is a little more than §-10,000. 

■Water- Works. 

The Water- Works are owned by the city, were originally constructed in 1864, and have been yearly 
improved, and their service extended to meet the constantly increasing demands incident to the growth 
of the city. Their cost up to the present time approximates Jll,.500,000. The supply is abundant and 
the quality good. There are over seventy-five miles of high and low service mains, nearly half a thou- 
sand hydrants, and a score of fire reservoirs. The pressure in the city proper is so great that the fire 
engines are not often called in requisition, and a very considerable amount of machinery and many 
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Telephone System. 

An illustration of the progressive spirit of our people is seen in the quickness witli which they 
seize upon every practical improvement that is calculated to economize time, lahor, or money. No 
sooner had the telephone opened its ears and lips than it was introduced here, and its use has now 
become so general as a medium for business and social purposes tliat its ramifications extend to every 




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section of the city. And not only this. The adjacent towns and cities on all sides, and those further 
away— Hartford, Worcester, and Boston— are included in this invaluable service. 

Electric Lighting 

is another salient example of this spirit of enterprise. All our public buildings, prominent business 
establishments, and thoroughfares are provided with electric lights, and tlie company Iiaving the 
matter in hand is continually multiplying its resources in answer to the popular demand. Improve- 
ments are being .adopted as rapidly as they are introduced, and there are but few cities of its size in the 
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The sketches that follow are a fair exponent of the manufecturing and mercantile industries 
of this beautiful and prosperous city. They will be found generally accurate and reliable. 
While some of them have a national and more than national repute, all of them are represen- 
tatives in their way of the progressive spirit that has operated to give Springfield its present 
commercial and social importance. 



Gilbert & Barker Manufacturing Co., 

Manufacturers of the Springfield Gas Machine, 
dealers in " Pure Spirits " Gasolene for Gas Ma- 
chines. — This is a progressive age, and, through 
man's ingenuity, we are blessed with many com- 
forts and conveniences that were denied us even 
a few years ago. Among those improvements of ' 
the present day which are worthy of prominent j 
intention are those relating to gas and its manu- 
facture. A leading auxiliary in this line of in- j 
vention is the Springfield Gas Machine, which is j 
manufactured by the Gilbert & Barker Manu- ^ 
facturing Co. , whose factory is located on Lyman 
street, in this city. As manufacturers of this i 
celebrated invention they are widely and favora- 
bly kuown throughout the country, and, also, as 
dealers in " pure spirits" gasolene for gas machines, 
and in gas fixtures, argand and adjustable bur- 
ners, and all supplies for gas machines. The 
company was incorporated in 1871, and is ofiicered 
as follows, viz: president, J. F. Barker ; trea- 
surer, C. M. Pratt ; secretary, W. C. Clark. The 
works of the company cover an area of 100 by 90 
feet, and comprise a two-story brick factory, a 
two-story frame building, and a handsomely fitted- 
up office, provided with every facility for the 
successful prosecution of the business upon the 
largest scale, operated by a fifty-horse power 
engine and boiler, and affording employment to 
fifty hands. The Springfield Gas Machine is the 
result of many years application and experience, 
and represents in its construction all the accepta- 
ble features of previous machines with tho.se that 
the genius and skill of the inventor have sug- 
gested, and put into successful operation here. It 
has developed a very simple idea into a thorough- 
ly practical and useful apparatus, free from even 
a suspicion of danger. It has received the 
approbation of all communities, and a permanent 
demand has been created throughout this coun- 
try. South America, Mexico, Australia and Cuba. 
It is in practical use in thousands of cases, and 
can be seen by any one desirous of inspecting its 
merits. The main salesroom of the company is 
at No. 75 Maiden Lane, New York, while otfices 
are located at No. 51 Union street, Boston ; No. 
12 No. Seventh street, Philadelphia, and No. 42 
Dearborn street, Chicago. 

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Holyoke Card and Paper Company, 

located at Brightwood on Conn. K. K. K. — The 
paper industry is one of the earliest, and, at 
the present time, one of the most prosperous of 
American manufactures, its hi.otory embodying 
many features incident to the rise and develop- 
ment of other industrial pursuits. During the 
last forty years, through the energy and ability 
of our manufacturers, American paper has driven 
the foreign article almost entirely away, and 
now occupies the post of honor. A leading repre- 
sentative of a prominent branch ot this trade is 
the Holyoke Card and Paper Company, whose 
manufactory islocatedat Brightwood, near Spring- 
field and on the line of the Connecticut River 
Railroad. This company is widely and favora- 
bly known to the trade as mauufacturers of all 
grades and colors of Bristol card-board, railroad, 
restaurant and theatre tickets, and glazed 
paper for paper-box manufacturers and lithograph 
printers. The business was established in 1879, 
at Holyoke, Mass., under the name and style of 
the Holyoke Glazed Paper Works, and was 
removed to the present location and incorporated 
under the present name in 1885. Its capital 
stock is $60,000, and its officers are W. M. Morrill, 
president ; H. H. Bowman, treasurer, both of 
whom are thoroughly practical men and possess 
an intimate knowledge of every detail of the busi- 
ness and the requirements of the market. The 
factory is a four-story frame building, 55x100 feet 
in dimensions, equipped with all the modern 
apparatus, appliances and machinery known to 
the trade, operated by a one hundred horse power 
engine and boiler, and giving constant employment 
to fifty hands. The trade of this popular house 
extends all over the United States and is rapidly 
increasing, owing to the quality, excellence and 
finish of its productions, and it is able to meet 
the most exacting demands of the trade. The 
. president and manager, Mr. Morrill, is a native 
' of New Hampshire, and an enterprising, ener- 
getic and progressive business man. The treas- 
urer, Mr Bowman, is the cashier of the City 
National Bank, of Springfield, and both gentle- 
I men are highly regarded in financial and commer- 
1 cial life for their sound business principles and 
inflexible integrity. 



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Wason Manufacturing' Company, G. 

C. Fisk, President, Railway Car Builders. — The 
natural sequence to the enormous development 
of new railroad enterprises in all parts of the 
world and the extension and perfection of exist- 
ing lines is an ever growing demand for railway 
cars. The oldest established manufactory in this 
line of industry in the United States is that of the 
Wason Manufacturing Company, of Springtield, 
who are also among the largest builders of rail- 
way cars in the country. A sight of this exten- 
sive establishment in full operation will convince 
any one of the magnitude of the business done 
therein, without further inquiry, but it will prove 
of interest to our thousands of readers all over the 
country to give an accurate review of the rise and 
progress of this great corporation, so creditable 
alike to its proprietors and to American energy 
and enterprise, and so materially beneticial to the 
community at large. The works were started 
originally in 1845, by Messrs. T. & C. Wsson, who 
were succeeded by T. W. Wason, then by T. W. 
Wason & Co., and, in 1862, by the present com- 
pany, which was incorporated at that time with 
a capital of $300,000. Its officers are G-eorge C. 
Fisk, president ; H. S. Hyde, treasurer, who, 
aided by efficientand experienced superintendents 
and foremen, have infused new life into every 
department and made it a power in the manufac- 
turing world. The plant covers an area of 16-i 
acres, and comprises an immense lumber and 
timber yard, and twelve brick and frame buildings, 
one and two stories high, the largest of which are 
the following: A car wareroom, 50x500 feet; 
brick foundry, 40x200 feet; car building shop, of 
brick, 50x300 feet; blacksmith and machine shop, 
of brick, 40x200 feet; one and two-story car re- 
pository, 50x300 feet ; office building, two-story 
frame, 40x60 feet, elegantly fitted up for business, 
counting room and private offices. The products 
of this mammoth establishment comprise draw- 
ing-room ears, passenger cars, sleeping cars and 
freight cars. This house built the first Pullman 
cars put on the road by the Pullman Company, 
who now build their own cars. Ample evidence 
of the high standard of excellence of these cars is 
afforded to every traveler by rail in this country, 
while a large export trade is had with Peru, Bra- 
zil and various countries of South America. 
They are built on the most approved and practi- 
cal models, all are carefully tested, and are pro- 
nounced by skilled engineers, mechanics and 
railroad men as second to none in all the elements 
that go to make up a servicable, safe and easy 
railway car. The works are located at Bright- 
wood, two miles from Springfield proper, directly 
on the line of the Conn. River R. R. , with tracks 
laid throughout their yard, and employment is 
given to from three hundred to five hundred 
hands. The officers of this company are too 
well and widely known in this community to 
need any personal eulogy at our hands. They 
are known by their works throughout all New 
England, as representatives of that Yankee pluck 
and Massachusetts enterprise which have made 
this section the manufacturing centre of the 
country in nearly every branch of labor. Mr. 
Fisk, the president and manager, is the presi- 
dent, also, of the E. Stebbins Maufacturing Co. 
and of the Fisk Manufacturing Co , both of this 
city, and naturally prominent in commercial 



circles. The treasurer, Mr. Hyde, is a native of 
this city, and one of its best-known men, being 
trea.surer of the Springfield Power Company, 
also of the Springfield Electric Light Company, 
and connected as director with several of the 
banking institutions of the city. Under such 
auspices the prosperity of this enterprise is only 
commensurate with the energy, ability and zeal 
displayed in its management. 

J. S. Marsh & Son, Wholesale and Retail 
Dealers in Fine Groceries, No. 398 Main Street. — 
It is a pleasure to notice a grocery establishment 
of such high character as that of Messrs. J. S. 
Marsh & Son, the oldest house of its kind in the 
city. The firm are well and widely known as 
whole.sale and retail dealers in fine groceries. 
The business was founded in 1852, by Mr. J. S. 
Marsh, who was succeeded by the firm of J. S. 
Marsh & Co., in 1861, and by the present firm in 
1876. They occupy a fine large store and base- 
ment, 25x150 feet each. The enormous amount 
of business transacted, and the low prices for 
all and every kind of groceries, impress the visi- 
tor with the fact that, rich or poor, they can save 
money on their purchases here, and at the same 
time obtain articles that are first-class in all 
respects. They are ofl'ering the finest brands of 
flour from all the principal producers in the coun- 
try, at the lowest prices. In cereals they keep 
a complete line, and in teas their selections of 
Oolong, Japan, English breakfast and fine China 
green teas are the best in the market for flavor, 
delicay of aroma, and strength. Their old Gov- 
ernment Java coflee, fresh, pure, and ground 
while you wait, is too well known by connois- 
seurs of this beverage throughout New England 
to require any additional comment from us. 
The house deals only in pure spices, and sells 
nothing else, having no second quality. Ten 
clerks and salesmen are employed and goods are 
delivered in any part of the city free of charge. 
The members of this enterprising and popular 
firm are Messrs. J. S. and Chas. S. Marsh, who 
are recognized as representative business men of 
the city. 

John O'Leary, Manufacturer of Brick, 
Riverside Steam Brick Yard, South Street. — In 
the line of brickmaking a leading manufacturer 
engaged in the business is Mr. John O'Leary, 
who, for the past forty-six years has been one 
of the most prominent bu.siness men in Spring- 
field. He is a native of Ireland, and in 1840 he 
founded his present enterprise, which has since 
been developed to proportions of great magnitude. 
His brickyard covers an area of thirteen acres, 
and the mechanical equipments embrace all the 
most recent devices for the speedy and econoriii- 
cal manufacture of bricks, and the machinery is 
operated by a thirty-hor.se power .steam engine and 
boiler. From eighteen to twenty hands are em- 
ployed, and the capacity of the establi.shmeut 
is the production of 30,000 bricks daily. Mr. 
O'Leary has built up an immense trade, which 
has ramifications throughout the States of Mass- 
achusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York 
etc., and the sales are of both a retail and whole- 
sale character. Mr. O'Leary 's productions always 
give satisfaction to his many customers, the list 
of which is .continually increasing. 



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Forbes & "Wallace, Dry Goods.— The 
democratic industrial movement of the present 
progressive era tends towards the increase of 
the consumers of luxuries in dress, and the 
almost universal distribution of fine dress goods 
shows how much more general the industrial 
activity of the present day has made the abil- 
ity for this enjoyment than was possible even 
half a century ago. The chief establishment in 
Springfield engaged in the dry goods trade is 
that of Messrs. Forbes & Wallace, located on the 
corner of Main and Vernon streets. This firm 
are extensive importers, manufacturers, and whole- 
sale and retail dealers in dry goods, standing 
foremost in all branches of the trade in this .section. 
The business was established in a small way, in 
1866, hy Messrs. Forbes & Smith, who were suc- 
ceeded by the present firm in 1874. The business 
has been steadily increased year by year, through 
the enterprising and progressive methods of the 
proprietors, until it has attained to a size twelve 
times greater than it was twenty years ago. The 
success of the founders of the house was quickly 
felt l)y an expansion of trade which compelled an 
enlargement of premises and an increase of facili- 
ties, which has continued with the steady 
demands of patrons, until they now own the block 
in which they were formerly small tenants, and 
now known as Barnes Block, beside adding a new 
and mammoth warehouse which is a triumph of 
architectural beauty and artistic taste, and erected 
expressly for the purposes of the trade. The 
Barnes Block is a four-story structure, of brick, 
with a frontage of 50 feet on Main street and a 
depth of 80 feet. In the rear of this is the new 
building, separated by a yard, with an archway 
for teams, which is a four-story brick, and 60 feet 
square. The manufactory is on the second floor, 
entrance at No. 32 Lyman street, and comprises 
an area of 50x70 feet. The product consists of 
silk and cotton braids, of all colors, of narrow 
widths, and used mostly for underwear, necessita- 
ting the operating of eight looms. The wholesale 
department embraces the basement, the first floor 
of the new building, the third and fourth floors, 
the goods comprising blankets, flannels, prints, 
domestics, and notions; linens, millinery, cloaks 
and wraps, cloths, and every descripticm of foreign 
and American dress goods. These various depart- 
ments of trade are each replete with varied and 
extensive stocks of goods, received direct from 
the most reliable and fashionable sources of sup- 
ply in this country and in Europe, and purchased 
in such immense quantities as to enable the firm 
to place them upon the market at the lowest pos- 
sible figures. The retail department discloses 
one of the most elegant emporiums of fashion, 
and one ol the most comprehensive lines of goods, 
to be seen outside of the largest cities. There is 
nothing known to the retail trade in dry and 
fancy goods which is not represented here in a 
full and complete assortment, including always 
the latest style.s and most approved patterns, 
while the departments devoted to millinery, 
cloaks and ladies' suit.^, to gents furni.shing goods, 
and to notions, are each stocked with the best 
invoices. The store is splendidly lighted by an 
immense skylight in the centre of the building, 
by two elegant show windows in front, and by 
numerous side windows, as well as an electric 
light in front; is heated by steam, provided with 



a passenger elevator, Lamson's system of cash 
carriers, and connected by private telephone wire 
with the central ofiice. From one hundred to 
one hundred and fifty people find employment in 
this mammoth establishment, the trade extending 
throughout the Connecticut Valley. The mem- 
bers of the firm are Messrs. Alexander B. Forbes 
and Andrew B. Wallace, both natives of Scotland 
and worthy sons ol that honest, sturdy race; both 
of large and valuable experience in the business 
in Boston and elsewhere, and of the highest com- 
mercial standing in this city as gentlemen of 
reputation in private life, and of integrity, honor 
and enterprise in all their business relations. 

A. F. Niles & Son, Groceries, Fish and 
Provisions, Fruits in their season, Nos. 130 and 
132 Main Street^ — Such enterprise as charac- 
terizes some of the business houses of Springfield 
is not excelled in any other city in the Union, a 
notable instance of which is found in the estab- 
lishment of Messrs. A. F. Niles & Son, who are 
ever on the alert to add every improvement and 
convenience to their place of business. This 
house was founded in 1856 by Mr. A. F. Niles 
and conducted under his sole management until 
1873, when he admitted his son as a partner in 
the business, the firm style being changed to its 
present form. The business conducted by (he 
firm is one of the largest in its line of trade in 
the city. The headquarters are at Nos. 130 and 
132 Main street, and consist of two connected 
stores, each having a frontage of twenty-five feet 
and depth of eighty feet. One store is filled 
with a heavy stock of choice groceries, and the 
other with all kinds of meats. Messrs. A. F. 
Niles & Son are general wholesale and retail 
dealers in fresh and salt meats o( all kinds, fish 
and provisions, groceries, and fruits in their 
season. Their stores always contain superb 
assortments of everything coming under those 
general heads, all the goods guaranteed to be 
absolutely the best that can be had in the 
market. The firm fry out their own lard, make 
their own sausages, cure their own hams, and 
salt their own pork, and keep everything con- 
nected with a first-class market, thus ensuring 
the very best goods to the purchaser. The 
"Welcome" soap, celebrated for its excellent 
qualities, is always kept in stock. The large 
trade enjoyed by the house necessitates the 
employment of twenty assistants and six 
delivery wagons. Orders are .solicited and goods 
delivered free of charge to any part of the city. 
An extensive hotel, restaurant, boarding house 
and family patronage is enjoyed and the business 
is continually on the increase. The founder of 
this wide-awake house, Mr. A. F. Niles, is a 
native of New Hampshire, and a gentleman pos- 
sessing the most commendable business character- 
istics, being enterprising, energetic, industrious, 
liberal in methods, and the soul of integrity. 
His son, Mr. O. W. Niles, was born in Springfield, 
and is now in his twenty-ninth year. He is a 
young man of exceptional business ability, 
prompt and reliable, pushing, popular, and 
praiseworthy and commands hosts of friends. 
There is no business house here more popular or 
more deserving of its success, and the host of 
patrons who have entered into business relations 
with it is increasing. 



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Downing, Stnrtevant & Taylor, Whole- 
sale Grocers, 14, 16 and 18 Lyman Street. — For 
almost half a century the house now conducted by 
Messrs. Downing, Sturtevant <Sc Taylor has been 
in existence and during that whole time its his- 
tory has been honorable and unimpeachable. It 
is the oldest and the largest establishment in its 
line of trade in Springfield. It was founded in 
1839, the first proprietors being Messrs. Hunting- 
ton & Avery. The firm subsequently became, in 
the order named. Huntington, Day & Co., Day & 
Downing, Day, Downing & Co., Downing & Stnrte- 
vant, and, in 1881, Downing, Sturtervant & Taylor, 
as at present constituted. This worthy trio form 
a partnership representing worth, wealth, promi- 
nence and influence. The business headquarters 
are located at Nos. 14, 16 and 18 Lyman street, 
where the firm occupy an entire three-story brick 
building, having a frontage of fifty feet and a 
depth of eighty feet. The establishment is com- 
plete in all its arrangements and possesses every 
convenience and facility necessary , the cars of the 
Boston and Albany Railroad coming direct to the 
warehouse. On the first floor is located the hand- 
some office and sample room, 20x30 feet in dimen- 
sions, very comfortably furnished. The house has 
its every department heavily stocked at all times, 
the assortment including every article coming 
under the comprehensive head of groceries, and 
everything is of the best quality, and is guaranteed 
to be the best obtainable. The business of the 
house is wholesale only, thefirm's trade extending 
into Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont and New 
Hampshire. Fifteen hands are given employment 
in the various departments and a number of trav- 
eling salesmen are constantly on the road. The 
methods employed by the firm are always liberal 
and satisfactory, and dealers find this a desirable 
house to have business with. The individual 
members of the firm are Messrs. H. F. Downing, 
W. F. Stnrtevant and David E. Taylor. The first 
named is a native of Connecticut, while the other 
partners were born in Massachusetts. All three 
gentlemen are active, energetic and enterprising 
business men, of wide experience, and understand 
perfectly how to retain the patronage of their 
house, and the enviable reputation it has acquired. 

Steer & Turner, Builders of Cathedral and 
Church Organs, Nos. 61 to 69 Lyman Street. — 
Distinguished among the eminent organ builders 
in this section of the country are Messrs. Steer & 
Turner, of Springfield. The business of this popu- 
lar and flourishing house was started by Mr. John 
W. Steer in 1866, and in the following year he was 
joined in the enterprise by Mr. George W. 
Turner. The former is a native of Southwick, 
Mass., and has had thirty-five years experience 
in the business; and the latter, who was born at 
Dedham, Mass., has been identified with the trade 
for the past thirty years. During their history of 
twenty years the firm have placed organs in 
nearly every state of the Union and Canada. The 
firm have published a list of over "iOO organs fur- 
nished to churches, cathedrals, etc., all over the 
country, and there is to be considered the fact 
that the list comprises a great proportion of large 
and noted organs. The firm have in Springfield 
placed organs in the Olivet Congregational Church, 
Sacred Heart Church, First Congregational 
Church, Hampden Lodge I. O. O. F., Hope Con- 



gregational Church, Springfield Conimandery,and 
Christ Episcopal Church. Unsurpassed in facil- 
ities and unexcelled in the desire, as well as the 
ability, to produce the best, the firm can point 
with pride to their record. The factory, is a one 
story brick and frame strncture, 100x50 feet in 
dimensions. Twenty hands are permanently 
employed, the best seasoned wood only is used in 
the building of organs, and every care is taken to 
produce the very best class of instruments. Both 
members of the firm are practical organ builders 
and cabinet makers. 

United States Spring Bed Company, 

Manufacturers of the Ne Plus Ultra Spring Bed, 
Corner of Lyman and Dwight Streets. — Very few 
articles of domestic requirement have been the 
subject of so many patents as spring beds and 
mattresses; but out of the multiplicity of these 
contrivances only a limited numloer possess the 
intrinsic merit of those manfactured by the United 
States Spring Bed ,Company. This house was 
founded in 1868, and has attained a connection 
throughout the United States and largely into 
foreign lands. The business was started on 
Taylor and Dwight streets, and in 1880 was 
removed to the present address, on the corner of 
Lyman and Dwight streets. The premises occu- 
pied are large and commodious and equipped 
with all necessary mechanical appliances for 
securing the best results. The company manufac- 
ture the far-famed Ne Plus Ultra Spring Bed, and 
deal in all kinds of iron and steel beds. These 
spring beds combine every possible element of 
comfort, durability and economy. Fifteen hands 
are employed, and the trade of the house extends 
to all parts of the Union, while large shipments 
are made to Mexico, Australia, West Indies, South 
America and Europe. The proprietor, Mr. J. F. 
Peck, is a native of Ontario county, N. Y., and for 
eighteen years has resided in Springfield. He 
is a gentleman of thorough business ability and 
integrity. His facilities for promptly filling all 
orders are of the most ample and complete char- 
acter. 

George M. Burnham, Carpenter and 
Builder, 150 Water Street. — Mr. George M. Burn- 
ham has long been one of Springfield's prominent 
carpenters and builders. He is a native of Mass- 
achusetts, and in 1868, as one of the firm ot Joyce, 
Burnham & Goodell, became established in this 
city. Later oa Mr. Goodell retired from the firm, 
and in 1878 Mr. Joyce followed suit, leaving the sole 
proprietorship of the business to Mr. Burnham. 
His headquarters are in a two-story building 25x 
50 feet in dimensions. He has made a study of 
his trade and is thoroughly versed in ita veriest 
detail. Many of the handsomest business houses 
and dwellings in this city have been built by him. 
The Winthrop Club Building was erected by him 
and the work of remodeling the Wilson Building 
was also entrusted to his care, both of which 
undertakings were performed in masterly style. 
Mr. Burnham gives employment to a force of 
from thirty to fifty workmen and is prepared to 
attend to ail orders for work in his line in the 
quickest and most satisfactory manner. Mr. 
Burnbam's office and shops are at No. 150 Water 
street and his residence at Ronad Hill this 
city. 



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Haynes Hotel, Main Street, between Ver- 
non audPynchon Streets. — This comfortable hos- 
telry was founded in 1866 by Mr. Bowman Curtis, 
who was succeeded by Mr. Tilly Haynes, whose 
name it continues to bear. The present proprietor, 
Mr. C. H.Goodman, came into possession in 1870. 
Recently the house ha.s undergone through renova- 
tion and refurnishing, and the alterations eft'ected 
have considerably enhanced the conveniences and 
comforts of the e.stablishment. The hotel is very 
centrally located on the city's chief thoroughfare, 
and is a live-story structure, 107 feet wide, with a 
depth of 180 feet. On the first floor are the office, 
bar-room, billiard room, cafe, gentlemen's reading 
and writing room, barber shop, etc. On the second 
floor are parlors for ladies. There are two dining 
rooms. The main one has seating capacity for 150 
guests, and a private dining room affords accom- 
modation for 35 guests. In front of the hotel and 
in the office are three electric lights, and the house 
is lighted by gas and heated by steam throughout. 
There are 125 rooms all fitted up with modern 
conveniences, including electric call and returning 
call bells, and they are severally handsomely fitted 
up, strictly cleau and inviting. On each floor are 
water closets, running water and baths. The 
house is first class, with al! modern conveniences 
and each floor is reached by staircase and passenger 
and baggage elevators. AH the rooms are well 
lighted, there being no dark rooms in the 
house, and the ventilation and sanitary arrange- 
ments are perfect. A high pressure water and 
hose apparatus is on hand which reaches every 
room in the house. The cafe, like the rest of the 
hotel, is open day and night, and here can be had 
all the delicacies of the season, cooked in a style 
to satisfy even the most fastidious, while the 
service is courteous and prompt. The house is 
the league hotel for American wheelmen. It is 
provided with fire escape in the rear of the laun- 
dry, and in case of fire there are four exits from 
the upper floors. The house is connected by 
telephone and in the equipments of the establish- 
ment nothing is lacking that can in any way add 
to its home-like comforts. The commercial rates 
are |3 per day and transient rates from $3 to $3.50 
per day. Thirty-five servants are employed. Mr. 
Goodman is a native of South Hadley, Mass., and 
is a most genial and kindly host. 

A. O. Alrten, Manufacturer of the Highest 
Grade Church, Chapel and Parlor Organs, Double 
Bank Pedal Organs, No. 353 Main Street. — A 
prominent house in this city is that of Mr. A. O. 
Alden, which was founded by him in 1879. The 
premises occupied are conveniently located, large 
and very attractively fitted up and contain a fine 
assortment of grand, square and upright pianos ; 
church, chapel and parlor organs, also double bank 
pedal organs. The latter are made to order with 
elegant pipe tops when desired. He represents 
the celebrated Huner piano manufactory of 
New York, also the Dyer and Decker & Sons 
pianos of New York, and Hughes organs of 
Maine, and has a number of sub-agents through- 
out Hampden and Hamp.shire counties. In addi- 
tion to the magnificent line of instruments he 
keeps constancy on hand a fine collectiin of sheet 
music, embracing the standard and popular selec- 
tions that are in constant demand. Mr. Alden 
was born in Lndlow, Mass. 



Newell Bro's. MPg. Co., Manufacturers 
of Covered and Ivory Buttons; salesrooms, 25 
Mercer St., N. Y. — In looking at the history of 
costumes, and comparing the style of dre.ss used 
by the ancients and the moderus, we find that 
the chief distinction which divides the subject 
of clothing into two cla.sses is difference of loose- 
ness. The reason of this difference is simply a 
question of buttons. The njanufacture of this 
article is therefore an important industry in a 
country likeours. One of the largest niannlactur- 
ers of covered, pearl and ivory buttons in the 
United States are the Newell Bro's. Mfg. Co. 
This house was founded in 1848, by Mr. D. Chan- 
dler, the piesent company being incorpoiated in 
1879, with Mr. Nelson C. Newell as president 
and treasurer, and with a capital stock of $100,- 
000. The phint of this company covers an area 
of one and one-half acres, the main building 
being a three-story brick, 135x30 feet, with 
another three-story brick, 80x4(1 feet, with new 
building, 76x35 and handsomely furnished offices 
on the first floor. The works are equipped with 
the latest improved machinery and appliances, 
operated by a sevenly-five-hor.se power engine 
and two fifty-horse power boilers, and furni.sh 
steady employment to from two hundred and fifty 
to three hundred and fifty hands. By (he intro- 
duction of improved and progressive methods of 
manufacture this house has reached its pre- 
eminence among the leaders of this branch of 
national industry, and by steadily maintaining 
its prestige in superiority of output and magni- 
tude of operations is continually meeting all the 
demands of a large and critical trade. The 
jatronage extends throughout all the United 
States and Canada, as the product is of such 
excellence as to command a ready sale wherever 
it is introduced. Mr. Newell, who is the ruling 
spirit of the enterprise, is a native of Springfield, 
still in the prime of life, and possessed of all the 
elements of success in this line of trade. 

Otis Mann, Veterinary Surgeon, Office at 
Massasoit Stable, Residence Hotel Gilmore. 
— Among those who are eminent in this profes- 
sion ill Mas.sachusetts is Otis Mann, V. S. who 
was a member of the class of 1871 to 1874 of the 
New York Veterinary College, and since the lat- 
ter year has been eminently successful as a prac- 
titioner. The Dr. is a specially qualified veteri- 
nary surgeon and has been bred to (be profesiiion 
and possesses a thorough knowledge of the ana- 
tomy of the horse and is familiar with their ail- 
ments and complaints and alter making a diagno- 
sis knows how and when toapply the pn per reme- 
dies. He is always supplied with the various 
drutrs, medicines and appliances requisiie for the 
relief and cure of the di.seases of all domestic ani- 
mals, and it is a stubborn case indeed which fails 
to yield to his enlightened system of treatment. 
Dr. Mann is a native of Massachusetts and since 
1874 has been located in Springfield, where he has 
established himself firmly in his profession, his 
patrons growing more numerous fnmi year to 
year, after having witnessed many of his remark- 
able cures that horse-flesh is heir to. Their ills 
meet with prompt relief at the Doctor's bauds. 
Dr. Mann's office is at the Massasoit stables and 
his residence at the Hotel Gilmore, and applies 
remedies always suitable. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



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Springfield Glue and Emery "Wheel 
Company, Patenteesaud Manulaeturersof Auto- 
matic Kuife Grinders aud Tool Grinders, Nos. 33, 
35, and 37 Taylor Street. — It is impossible for the 
reader to examine the contents of this work with- 
out being forcibly impressed with the wonderful 
diversity which the industries of the city of 
Springfield have assumed within the last quarter 
of a century. Within this period much has been 
done to construct avenues of trade hitherto 
unknown in this community. In this light the 
enterprise of the Springtield Glue and Emery 
Wheel Company must be viewed, and accorded 
such consideration as should be awarded the only 
maunfactory of its kind in the county. The 
business of this company was first established in 
1882, and the present company was incorporated in 
1885. They have a capital of $20,0()(l, and are officer- 
ed as follows, viz : President, C. L. Hyde ; treasurer, 
E. R. Hyde; secretary, O. H. Hyde. This company 
are fast becoming widely known throughout the 
country as patentees and manufacturers of auto- 
matic knife grinders and tool grinders, with 
attachments for supplying water on the wheels, 
general emery wheel machinery, emery and corun- 
dum wheels and dealers in glue, raw-hide lace and 
belting, grinders and polisher supplies. Their 
establishment is located at Nos. 33, 35 and 37 Tay- 
lor street, and comprises three floors and a base- 
ment, 50.'l100 feet each, equipped with all the 
requisite machinery required for the business, and 
with ample accommodation at command lor carry- 
ing on the business upon the largest scale. The 
emery wheels manufactured here are adapted for 
various purposes, from grinding the finest tools to 
the heaviest and hardest steel, iron and brass cast^ 
ings. Wherever they are introduced and tested 
a permanent trade is at once established, while 
the prices which prevail in all departments of the 
business are such as to preclude successful competi- 
tion. From thirty to forty hands are constantly 
employed, their labors being greatly aided by 
machinery, and the trade of the house is large all 
over the tjnited States. The officers of the com- 
pany are all natives of Springfield, and are taking 
the most active interest in promoting the indus- 
trial welfare of Springfield, while achieving, at 
the same time, a reputation for themselves as 
manufacturers that assures to their house a bril- 
liant and permanent success. 

I. Harmon, Dye House, No. 361 Main Street. 
— This house has been in existence for over half 
acentury. Ifsoriginal founder's name has become 
lost in obscurity. In 1867 Mr. I. Harmon suc- 
ceeded Mr. H. Adams, who had been previou.sly in 
possession, and has since conducted the enterprise 
with signal success. The premises con.sist of a 
dye house, 25.\100 feet in dimensions, and a fine 
store, 18x75 feet in size. The dyeing department 
is equipped with all the most improved mechanical 
appliances, operated by steam power. Here dye 
work of all kinds is executed in the best style of 
the art; dress goods are dyed the handsomest 
colors known, gentlemen's garments are cleaned, 
color restored, or dyed and repaired, lace curtains 
and delicate materials cleaned, and feathers and 
furs dyed in an unsurpassable and marvelously 
superior manner. The steam power is afforded 
by a twenty- five horse power boiler. Mr. Har- 
mon employs about twenty skilled assistants. 



His store is fitted up in an excellent manner and 
in addition to the dyeing business he carries on a 
general business as a dealer in hair goods. Mr. 
Harmon is a native of Suffleld, Conn. 

Springfield Planing Mills, No. 99 Taylor 
Street, near Chestnut Street ; M. M.Goodell, Pro- 
prietor. — The business of this concern was origin- 
ated in 1863 by Mr. A. D. Cutter, who disposed 
of his interest to Mr. C. S. Ferry. In January, 
1885, the present proprietor, Mr. M. M. Goodell, 
succeeded to the enterprise. He is a native of 
Enfield, Conn., and has resided in Springfield for 
the past twenty-five years, and is a thoroughly 
practical man of extended experience in his line 
of trade. The business was formerly carried on 
at the corner of Dwight and Taylor streets ; it is 
now located at No. 99 Taylor street. Here a one- 
story brick building, 40x80 feet in dimensions is 
used as a planing and sawing mill, and the first 
floor of an adjoining four-story brick building, 
50x90 feet in dimensions is also utilized as a work- 
shop. The mechanical appliances are of the most 
recently improved kinds, and the machinery is 
operated by steam power. The operations of the 
works consist in the manufacture of brackets, 
counters, window-frames, mouldings of all kinds; 
house, store and church finish ; every description 
of planing and matching work; band and scroll 
sawing, turning, etc., and there are at hand unsur- 
passed facilities for drying and working lumber 
to order, and for the manufacture of special wood 
work for all descriptions of buildings. Fifteen 
skilled and experienced workmen are employed, 
and mouldings of all kinds are kept in stock for 
prompt delivery. The trade of the concern 
extends throughout the city and the State. 

Job Dearnley, Dealer in Grain, Meal and 
Feed of all kinds ; Plaster and Ground Bone, 41 
Mill Street and 957 Main Street. — In the handling 
of grain, and the manufacture of meal and feed of 
all kinds and of ground lione, etc., a leading 
concern is that of Mr. Job Dearnley, who succeeded 
to the enterprise in 1880. Mr. Dearnley is a native 
of England, and athoroughly practical man in his 
line of business. He is the proprietor of two mills, 
a grain mill and bone mill. The grain mill is 
located at No. 957 South Main Street and was 
founded in 1850 by Mr. Chas. B. Rice, who sold 
out to Mr. Gardner M. Dean. The latter was suc- 
ceeded by Mr. Dearnley in 1880. The building is 
a three-story frame 30x25 feet in dimensions, and 
the machinery is operated by water power. Here 
meal and feed of all kinds are produced and dealt 
in. At No. 41 Mill street is the bone mill, where 
bones are ground into fertilizers. This mill, 
known as Bangs' Mill, was founded in 1835 by 
Messrs. Robert and John Bangs, and Mr. Dearnley 
succeeded to the possession of it in 1880. This 
is a three-story brick building, 50x25 feet in 
dimensions ; the machinery is operated by water 
power. A number of hands are employed at both 
mills. Mr. Dearnley controls a large trade in 
grain, meal and feed of all kinds, plaster, ground 
bone, etc., and he is also the agent for Adams & 
Thomas' bone fertilizers, the Market B. B. and 
Vallen F. B. brands. 'The trade is of both a 
wholesale and retail character, and the advantages 
possessed by Mr. Dearnley enable him to offer 
the most favorable inducements. 



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Hotel War-wick, Maiu Street. Wm. M. 
Bemls, Proprietor. — One of the best patronized 
hostelries here is the Hotel Warwick, which 
is a consolidation of what once were two hotels, 
and combines the former Marshall House and a 
new building erected next to Ihe Marshall in 
1882, and named the Warwick. The Marshall 
was conducted under the proprietorship of Mr. 
Wm. M. Bemis and the Warwick by Mr. Hill. 
In 1884 the two great buildings were remodeled 
in the interior and made as one house and in this 
form, and under the sole management of Mr. 
Bemis the Hotel Warwick has been prospering 
and steadily gaining public favor. The former 
Marshall House is a five-story building with 
basement while the new building is six stories 
high, with basement, each building having a 
frontage of eighty feet and a depth of one hun- 
dred and twenty feet. At the entrance a large 
arc-electric light sheds a bright light at night. 
On the first floor is the handsomely fitted up 
office, a noticeable feature of which is the mar- 
ble flooring; the gentlemen's reading and writing 
room, extensive billiard and pool parlor, barber 
shop, etc.; on the second floor we find the fine 
large dining room, which has a seating capacity 
of three hundred, the elegantly furnished ladies' 
parlor, show rooms for commercial travelers, etc., 
while the upper floors contain the sleeping apart- 
ments one hundred and fifty in number, which 
are all admirably furnished. The chambers are 
supplied with every modern convenience, lighted 
by gas, furnished with electric call bells, and 
many of them are provided with bath and closets, 
and running water. The beds are comfortable, 
the bedding clean, and ventilation has been 
especially provided for. A steam elevator carries 
guests to any floor in the building. The cuisine 
of the establishment is unsurpassed. Thirty-five 
hands are employed. The rates are reasonable, 
from two to three dollars per day, and the 
patronage of commercial men is especially catered 
to. Mr. Bemis, proprietor of this model estab- 
lishment, is a native of CSiester, Mass., is atten- 
tive to every want of his guests, and is as deserv- 
edly popular as the Warwick is attractive. 



Spriuglield Door, Sash autl Blind Co., 

Doors, Sash, and Blinds, Brackets, Glass, etc.. No. 
13 and 1.5 Market Street. — This house is one of the 
oldest commercial establishments in the city and 
is the oldest in its own respective line of trade. It 
was established in 1825 by David Warner and con- 
tinued by him until 1874, when Mr. Taylor be- 
came the sole proprietor. The business is carried 
on in two three-story brick buildings, each having 
a frontage of twenty-five feet and a depth of sixty 
feet, which are thoroughly equipped throughout for 
the prosecution of the work. This company has a 
very large trade that extends throughout the city 
audits suburban towns. A large stock is carried, 
consisting of doors, blinds, sashes, glazed windows, 
door and window frames, brackets, etc., in all the 
regular sizes and styles and of the various kinds of 
wood. The facilities of the house are such that 
special sizes and kinds can be furnished on the 
shortest notice, and of a quality and at a price that 
can not be surpassed for cheapness. The goods 
are thoroughly and safely packed and may be de- 
pended upon to reach their destination promptly 
and uninjured. Mr. Taylor, who is a native of 
New York State, personally attends to his busi- 
ness and superintends the operations of hja em- 
ployees. 

J. B. King, Manufacturer of Paper Boxes, 
No. 52 Taylor Street.- — The establishment of Mr. 
J. B. King, manufacturer of paper boxes, was 
founded here in 1880, locating first on Hillman 
street, and removing to the present site in 1882. 
Here Mr. King occupies a fine large floor, 25 by 
100 feet in dimensions, fully equipped with cutting 
machinery and other appliances, operated by 
steam power. The products of the house 
are noted for durability, fine finish and 
practical utility, and embrace all kinds of 
paper boxes known to the trade. Some twenty 
skilled hands are employed and the goods go to 
all parts of the New England States, finding a 
ready sale and a permanent demand wherever 
introduced. Prices are placed at the lowest fig- 
ure, and the house is one of the most popular of 
its kind in New England. 



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Jsimes M. Cowan, Wliolesale and Retail 
De.iler in Coal, Nos. 49 and 51 Wortbingtou Street 
and 80 Lyinan Street. — The coal trade is one of 
the first importaace araonf? the industrial enter 
prises of tlio city, and one of the most prominent 
and successful houses in this line is that of Mr. 
James M. Cowan, who has built, up an immense 
and constantly growing patronage. He I'ouuded 
his enterprise in 1878, and his tacilities for meet- 
ing the demands of the trade and consumers are 
of the most adequate character. His yard is 
admirably located for the successful prosecution 
of the business. Situated at Worthirigton and 
Lyman streets and adjacent to the track of the B. 
& A. Railroad, it has an area of 500.^200 feet. A 
switch track runs from the railroad company's 
line into the yard, thus giving every facility for 
the reception and handling of .stock. There is 
abundant shedding for the protection of stock from 
the weather, and a finely furnished office, which is 
connected bv telephone. The stock embraces the 
finest qualities of Lackawanna, Pittston and 
Lehigh coals, Engli-sh and American cannel coal, 
etc. Twelve handsand eight wagonsareemployed 
in connection with the business, and wholesale and 
retail orders are promptly and satisfactorily filled 
at the lowest market rates. Mr. Cowan has a large 
and growing business not only in Springfield, but in 
the neighboring towns, and the success which has 
been accorded to bim has been fully merited. He 
is a native of this State and has been a resident of 
Springfield lor the past twenty-one years. He is 
a straight-forward business man and sustains an 
excellent status in the community. 



Charles W. Scott, (Successor to Brigham 
& Scott) Merchant Tailor, No. 387 Main street.— 
A thoroughly representative house as regards the 
finest of fashionable tailoring is the well and 
widely known establishment of Mr. Charles W. 
Scott. The business was originated in 1882, under 
the firm style of Brigham & Scott. Since the 
di^isolution of this partnership the business has 
been carried on most energetically and successfully 
by Mr. Charles W. Scott, who is a gentleman of 
long practical experience in the first-class of 
trade, and who has every facility for carrying it 
on upon a constantly developing basis. He is a 
direct importer of all the latest styles and most 
fashionable shades of goods. Importing direct, 
having skilled cutters, and being himself a tailor 
of excellent judgment and correct taste, Mr. Scott 
is prepared to afford his patrons unusual oi)portu- 
nities for s,;curing the very finest class of gar- 
ments, in fresh materials, and fini-hed as is pro- 
verljial with this noted house. There is a very 
large stock to select from here — another consider- 
ation — and the most fastidious cm easily be satis- 
fied. The premises occupied for the business are 
commodious and handsomely fitted up, and the 
house has a very large and influential patronage 
both in the city and suburbs. From fifteen to 
fuenty-five hand.s are employed, and the most 
prompt attention is given to all orders. Mr. 
Scott is a native of Portland, Me, and js a worthy 
member of the community. His honorable 
methods and strict adherence to sound bnsine.ss 
principles have rendered him generally popular and 
respected, and his fine establishment is in every 
regard a credit to Springfield. 



Geo. P. Geer, Expert Accountant, No. 3 
Union Block and No. 389 Main Street.— One of 
the most widely known and prominent expert 
and consulting accountants in the country is Mr. 
Geo. P. Geer. This gentleman is the author ot 
"Geer's Analysis of the Science of Accounts, a 
Counting House Manual and Book-keeper'sTe-ct- 
book." Mr. Geer established himself here in 1880 
and has had fifty years' experience as a, book- 
keeper and accountant. He occupies a suite of 
rooms for offices, wjiling room and commercial 
school, which are thoroughly equipped for the 
work, and aflbrding ample capacity lor success in 
every d- tail of the enterprise. As a skilled 
accountant, Mr. Geer has few equals anywhere, 
either theoretically or practically, being 
thoroughly conversant with the solution of the 
most intricate and perplexing problems and diffi- 
culties of private and public accounts. He is 
constantly employed by banks, insurance, rail- 
way, and other large concerns, in checking their 
books and initiating their officials in adopting a 
correct system of accounts. Should any serious 
defalcation occur in any corporation his services 
are of the greatest value. His publication, 
"Geer's Analysis of the Science of Accounts," 
lakes up the science from its foundation theory, 
demonstrates the construction of that theory and 
the principles and laws which govern its opera- 
tions ; describes the arrangement and division of 
property into different heads or classes; defines 
the origin and purpose of accounts; their 
arrangement and division into classes; describes 
the difl'erent hooks of accounts used for their 
history and record, and the methods of auditing 
and proving them; and gives a full analysis of 
the origin, purpose, mode of opening, managing 
and closing each individual account; their rela- 
tions to each other and to the capital stock 
account, and their practical application to the 
record, management and proof of the operations 
and changes ol property and business in all their 
varied forms, connections and departments. The 
book will be sent to any address by mail or 
express, prepaid, for the regular price, $3.00, on 
application to Mr. Geer. The Commercial School 
under his charge is open for Fall and Winter, and 
is at present attended by fifty students. The 
course of study includes a thorough drill, if 
needed, in business arithmetic ; short method of 
calculations; the u.se of the four fundamental 
rules; fractions, analysis, interests, discounts, aver- 
ages, etc., etc, a ftill and thorough course of 
study in all the various transactions of business; 
illustrated and exemplified by a practic:d set of 
mercantile books, in which the tran.sactions are 
made up and carried through by the student, from 
the original entries to the final close, proof and 
division of profits. A full and complete oral 
training is also given, in the application of the 
laws and principles of the science to the record 
of other departments of business, such as niann- 
facturing, mechanical, banking, etc., etc. The 
terms are for tuition, |30; hooks and stationery, 
$.5.00— payable $15 in advance, 910 at end of first 
month and $10 at end of second month. The 
time required for the course varies from thirty 
days to three or four months, according to the 
diligence and aptitude of the scholar. Mr. Geer is 
a native of Vermont, and a resident here since 
18.52. 



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The Mutual Life Insurance Company 
of New York, Z. C. Renuie & Son, Agents for 
the Counties of Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin 
and Berkshire, Massachusetts. Room 4, Gill's Art 
Building, corner Main and Bridge Streets. — The 
life insurance system has been for many years a 
positive force in the progress of civilization. It 
has been an important factor in the education of 
every community, which it has influenced in 
habits of economy and prudence. The insur- 
ance interests of this section are an essential 
element in its business activities. One of the 
soundest life insurance companies in the United 
States is the Mutual Life of New York. The 
agent for this company in Western Massa- 
chusetts is Major Z. C. Rennie. The agency was 
first established here in 1865, by Mr. J. N. Steb- 
bins, and has been in charge of Major Kennie 
since 1878. He has the territory embraced in 
the counties of Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin 
and Berkshire, and employs an efficient corps 
of sub-agents in this field. From the forty- 
third annual report of the Mutual Life, made 
December 31, 1885, the assets of the company 
were shown to be $108,908,967; its reserve 
against outstanding and terminated risks, com- 
puted by its own standard, was $103,846,253 ; its 
surplus above all liabilities, present or contingent, 
was $5,012,633 by the same standard ; but, if 
computed by the legal standard of this State, the 
surplus would be raore than $13,000,000. Dur- 
ing the year 1885 tlie company's assets were in- 
creased by $5,032,789 ; its reserve by $4,741,323; 
its surplus by $268,863. The number of risks 
assumed during 1885 was 14,334 ; the aggregate 
amount of insurance assumed $46,507,139. The 
number of policies in force at the end of the year 
was 120,952, insuring $368,981,441, a net increase 
for the year of 6,087 policies, and of $17,165,500 
of insurance. The amount paid for death claims 
in 1885 was $5,920,033.56 ; for matured endow- 
ments and purchased insurances $5,270,116.34 ; 
and for dividends and annuities $3,211,900 ; in all 
$14,402,049,90; an average payment for each 
business day in the year of $47,065. The work 
of the company for the forty-third year of its 
existence and its condition at the close of that 
year exhibit an uninterrupted progress. At the 
present time, therefore, the company is fulfilling 
the design of its founders, as a beneficent institu- 
tion, under a perpetual charter, whose contracts 
run from generation to generation ; which, in the 
outlines of its work and the general principles of 
its policy, is independent of the lives of indivi- 
duals, and of the changing circumstauces of the 
times ; that having, at an early period, taken the 
foremost place among similar institutions, it still 
aspires to be their example and model ; and that 
it remains to-day the first of its class, both in its 
past achievements and in its capacity for future 
expansion. Major Rennie is a native of Pitts- 
field, Mass., and was for twelve years connected 
with the Equitable Life, of New York. Mr. 
Harry M. Rennie and Mr. Henry S. Grossman, 
the copartners, are both young, active business 
men fully posted upon the subject of insurance 
and will be found courteous affable business men 
with whom to form relations. Mr. Harry M. 
Rennie is a native of Providence, R. I., and Mr. 
Henry S. Crossman, of Amherst, Hampshire Co. 



I New England Corset and Skirt Co., 

Manufacturers, .lobbers and Retailers of Corsets, 
Hoop Skirts and Bustles, Jerseys and Ladies' Cot- 
ton Underwear, 372 Main Street. — The laigest 
establishment of its kind in the city of Springfield 
and a representative of an immense industry, is 
the branch house of the New England Corset and 
Skirt Company, situated at No. 372 Main street. 
The headquarters of the company are located on 
Chapel street, corner of Temple and Centre streets, 
and the factory is located on Franklin street, 
New Haven, Conn., and are so extensive as to 
necessitate the employment of eight hundred 
hands, turning out 3000 pairs daily, sold all over 
the United States, and foreign countries. The 
Springfield branch is under the management of 
Mr. C. Strouse, who is a native of Connecticut, and 
a business man of ability and experience. The 
store occupied is spacious and excellent Ij' appointed 
throughout. It is filled with a large and complete 
assortment of the products of the company, and 
comprises a full stock of superior quality goods 
in corsets,hoop skirts and bustles, jerseys and ladies' 
cotton underwear of all kinds. A handsome dis- 
play of the goods is made in the two fine show 
windows that grace the front of the establishment. 
The goods are made in the most finished style of 
the best materials. Both a jobbing and retail 
trade is carried on, and a competent force of 
polite and experienced sales-ladies is employed 
in the different departments of the branch. The 
company have a large branch in New York city 
at 300 liroadway, where an extensive wholesale 
and retail trade is carried on. Both a city and 
country trade is enjoyed by the Springfield house, 
and the business, under the able and judicious 
management of Mr. C. Strouse, who is a youug 
man of energy and enterprise, is steadilj' increasing 
and enlarging the field of its operations. 

Carter & Cooley, Jobbers and Retailers of 
American and Foreign Dry Goods, Hosiery, 
Gloves, Fancy Goods, Small Wares, and Live 
Geese Feathers, 322 Main Street. — An old- 
established, prominent, and representative house 
engaged in the dry goods trade in this city 
is that of Messrs. Carter & Cooley. This popular 
house was founded in 1865 by Mr. H. N. Carter, 
and on Mr. H. N. Cooley's admission to the firm a 
year later the firm style was changed to Carter & 
Cooley. The business is carried on in a handsome 
store 25x120 feet in dimensionsand a basement of 
the same proportions, the latter being used as a 
storeroom. The firm are general dealers in and 
jobbers of American and foreign dry goods, hosiery, 
gloves, fancy goods, small wares, and live geese 
feathers. The various departments of this well- 
appointed establishment are each replete with 
varied and extensive stocks of goods to suit all 
classes in the dry goods trade, including always 
the latest styles and most approved patterns re- 
ceived direct from the most reliable and fashion- 
able sources of supply, and offered for sale at the 
lowest possible figures. The firm employ ten 
people in the various departments. A first-class 
wholesale and retail trade is enjoyed, the busi- 
ness of this house reaching within a radius of 
fifty miles in all directions from Springfield. Mr. 
Carter is a native of Vermont, while Mr. Cooley 
was born in Massachusetts. 



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C N. Stimpson, Wholesale and Retail 
Dealer in Pianos and Organs, Sheet Music and 
Musical Merchandise and ManulUcturer of Carved 
Piano IjCgs. Factory, 24 Canal Street, Westfield, 
Mass. ; Warerooras, 396 Main Street. — Special at- 
tention is directed in this review ol' the industries 
and commerce of Springfield to the representa- 
tive and reliable house of Mr. C. N. Stimpson, 
wholesale and retail dealer in pianos and or- 
gans, sheet music and musical merchandise and 
manufacturer of carved piano legs. The prin- 
cipal warerooms of the house are located at 396 
Main street, Springlield, the factory at 24 Canal 
street, Westfield, with biauch warerooms at 
Holyoke, Westfield. Greenfield and Northampton. 
This business was established by Mr. Stimpson in 
1876, since which period he has built up an influ- 
ential and liberal patronage in all parts of New 
England. The warerooms are very spacious and 
attractive, and are admirably fitted up with every 
appliance and facility for the accommodation of 
the splendid stO(^k of pianos, organs, etc., and the 
comfort of patrons. Mr. Stimpson is agent in the 
various cities where his warerooms are located, 
for the instruments of the following celebrated 
houses, viz. : Pianos — Steinway & Sons, Henry 
F. Miller, Hazleton Bros., Woodward & Brown, 
C. M. Steiff, Guild, Church & Co., C. N. Stimp- 
son, Francis Bacon, C. C. Briggs & Co. , Norris & 
Co., Daniel Morris, Albrecht & Co., Marshall & 
Wendell, Wm. Knabe & Co., Hallets, Davis & Co., 
Behning & Son, Hardman, Behr Bros. , Ernst Gab- 
ler, Hallets & Cumston. James & Holmstrom, 
Vose & Sons, New England Piano Co., Christie t^ 
Son, McCammon & Co., New York Piano Co. ; 
Organs — Smith American, A. B. Chase & Co. 
These instruments are sold for cash or on the in- 
stalment plan, which latter arrangement allows of 
those of comparatively limited means procuring 
these almost indispensable articles on easy terms. 
The factory at Westfield is very extensive, and is 
supplied with all the latest improved tools and 
wood -working machinery necessary for the pro- 
duction of carved piano legs. One hundred skilful 
operatives are employed, and the machinery is 
driven by a thirty -horse power steam engine. The 
characteristics which regulate the business policy 
of this popular house are such as to entitle it to 
esteem and consideration. 

Li. W. Brown & Co., Manufacturers of 
Paper Boxes, Nos. 259 and 261 Main Street.— 
There are no articles manufactured that enter 
more directly into the uses of all branches of 
business than paper boxes, and among the manu- 
facturers in this city Messrs. L. W. Brown & 
Co. occupy a prominent position. The business 
was originated in 1869 undar the firm style of 
Messrs. Brigham & Brown, who were succeeded 
by Brown & Hutchinson, then by Seymour & 
Brown, and finally by the present firm of L. W. 
Brown & Co., in 1885. The firm occupy the 
fourth and fifth floors of the building Nos. 259 
and 261 Main Street, the fourth floor having an 
area of 75x80 feet in dimensions, and the fifth 
50x80 feet. The factory, which affords employ- 
ment to about 75 hands, is a model one, and is 
completely stocked with every modern appliance 
known to the trade ; and the firm are noted for their 
enterprise in adopting every possible improve- 
ment that will combine quick production and 



economy in cost, without in any way lessening 
the good qualities of the products. The producis 
of the house comprise all kinds of plain and 
fancy paper boxes, which are manufactured lo 
order principally. Any desired style or shape is 
made; and the reputation attained tor first-class 
workmanship and tasteful designs by this hon.se 
is unexcelled. The firm have a large trade 
extending throughout New England. Mr. Brown 
is a native of Massachusetts. 

Henry A. Shaw, Dealer in Boots, Shoes and 
Rubbers, No. 117 State Street. — Prominent among 
those engaged in this line of trade in this city is 
Mr. Henry A. Shaw, who established business in 
1852 at the present location, after which he moved 
into No. 121 same street, but in April, 1885, 
returned to the old quarters. The house has 
always received a very liberal and flattering jiat- 
rouage, and is the oldest establishment of its kind 
in the city. The store is spacious and supplied with 
all the modern appliances necessary for the proper 
transaction of business. The stock is very large, 
bears evidence of being carefully selected by 
an experienced hand, and comprises almost every- 
thing in the line of medium and fine boots, gaiters 
and shoes for gentlemen, youth and boys, and a 
fine stock of footwear from the heavy walkiner 
boot to the dainty kid slipper for ladies, misses 
and children. He also keeps constantly on hand 
a large assortment of rubbers. These goods are 
all of the best quality, made in the best style of 
workmanship and of the latest and most elegant 
fashionable patterns, and the attendance upon 
patrons is always prompt, polite .and courteous 
while prices are as low as the lowest. Mr. 
Sh.aw is a native of Belchertown, Mass., and has 
resided in this city for many years. His dili- 
gence, enterprise and honest treatment of custo- 
mers have built him up a very large trade. 
Mr. Shivw is the oldest merchant in the boot 
and shoe trade in the city, having been longer 
in the trade than any others. He has always 
been located on State street and during a busi- 
ness career of thirty-three years has always 
enjoyed prosperity and the confidence of all who 
have dealings with him. 

E. J. Piper, Practical Model and Pattern 
Maker, and Manufacturer of Improved Ruling 
Machines, Stamping Presses etc.. No. 44 Hampden 
Street, near Depot. — Mr. E. J. Piper is a native 
of Acton, Mass., and when a young man came to 
this city and in 1863 established his present busi- 
ness in which he has achieved prominence and 
popularity. He occupies a two-story building 25x 
100 feet in dimensions, which is furnished with 
the finest turning, sawing, and other machinery, 
operated by steam power, and here constant 
employment is afibrded ten skilled workmen. 
Mr. Piper, who has had many years experience 
at his business, is a practical model and pattern 
maker and also manufactures improved ruling 
machines, stamping pres.ses, etc. He is the only 
m.anuthcturer of ruling machines in this section 
of the State, and is enjoving a first-class line of 
custom. He makes promptly to order all kinds 
of models and patterns of the highest degree of 
finish .and design, at the most s,atisfiictory terms. 
Mr. Piper's long and honorable record is well 
known. 



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Bemis &Ca!l, Hard ware and Too! Co. 

Manufacturers of Dividers, Compasses, Calli- 
pers, Wrenches, Machinists' Squares, Bevels and 
Ganges, etc., Bemis Block, Near Railroad Depot. 
— This business was founded in 1884 by the late 
Mr. S. C. Bemis, who, in 18.55, was succeeded by 
the present company, which was incorporated in 
tliat year under the laws of the State of Mass- 
achusetts with the title of the Bemis & Call 
Hardware Co., with a capital of $2fi,400. The 
president of the company is Mr. Amos Call, who 
is a practical machinist of long experience, and 
superintends the operations of the factory. The 
treasurer is Mr. W. Chaplin Bemis, son of the 
fimnder of the business. The works, which are 
located on Soutli Main street and on Mill river, 
consist of two buildings, the main one being a 
four-story frame and brick structure, 60x30 feet 
in dimensions. The mechanical equipments of 
the establishment are of the newest and most 
efficient kind, and the machinery is operated by 
water power. This is the largest concern of its 
kind in the city, and from thirty to forty hands 
are employed permanently. The company are 
manufacturers of the highly tinished goods for 
which the founder of the business gained world- 
wide distinction and celebrity, comprising divi- 
ders, compasses, callipers, Briggs' patent steel 
face and head screw wrench, Merrick's pattern 
and cylinder wrenches, machinists' squares, 
bevels and gauges, steelyards, all of which are 
mauufactured in superior style and warranted 
correct. Of recent years the energies of this con- 
cern have been largely directed to the manufiic- 
ture of wrenches that combine the uses of a pipe 
wrench with that of a nut wrench; this style of 
wrench is known as a combination wrench. It 
has had and is now having an extensive sale 
throughout the United Statesj and its fame as a 
practical tool has reached foreign countries, from 
whence many orders are received. This manu- 
factory has recently put a new pipe wrench on 
the market which is receiving marked com- 
mendation from mechanics on account of its 
simplicity, strength and ready adaptability to its 
work. The company also manufacture a large 
variety of other tools, price lists of which are 
published and forwarded to all in the trade who 
desire them. The company have a large export 
trade with England and Germany. 

C. E. Bice, Manufacturer of Plain Tin 
Ware, and Tin Cans of every description. Oil, 
Oyster,Fruit, Syrup, etc., corner Market and Court 
Streets. — This house began operations in 1882 
and has attained to a plane of prominence through 
the sheer merit of its productions. The factory 
consists of a large fiooi^ 25x60 feet in dimensions, 
fully provided with improved mechanical imple- 
ments. Five hands are afforded employment 
here and a large amount of work is turned out 
every week. All kinds of tin work are executed, 
particularly tin cans, including oil, milk, oyster, 
fruit, syrup and other cans. Contracts are solicited 
in tin work of all kinds. Mr. Rice also furnishes 
boilers at the lowest rates. All work coming from 
his establishment may be depended upon to be the 
best in the market. Mr. Rice is a native of Long 
Meadow, Mass. , born in 1842, and has had an eyperi- 
ence of twenty-seven years at his present business. 



Tlie Mill Kiver Machine Sliop, No. 964 

Main Street, H. Ford, proprietor. — The proprietor 
of this well-known and popular machine niaua- 
facturing establishment, Mr. H. Ford, is a noted 
inventor of numerous labor-saving machines, and 
on patents alone has spent over $30,000. He is a 
machinist of ability and vast experience, and in 
his line of business no one is better known or more 
respected in this city or State. He was born in 
Ireland in 1824, and since 1841 has been a popular 
resident in Springfield, with the exception of .six 
years which were passed in Mexico and the South 
and in Connecticut. He started his present busi- 
ness in 1872, and he has secured a very large and 
influential patronage. His works comprise a one- 
story building 25x60 feet in dimensions, and this 
is equipped with the finest class of machinery, 
which is operated by water power. Si.x hands are 
employed. Mr. Ford manufactures and deals in 
all kinds of steam engines, boilers, pumps, shaft- 
ing, pulleys, hangers, etc., hand and power eleva- 
tors and hoisting machines, and he executes all 
kinds of mill work and iron and brass castings and 
forgingsof every description. He is the inventor 
and manufacturer of the Springfield Brick 
Machine and brick moulds and green brick 
barrow and brick truck. This machine will 
make from thirty-five to forty thousand per 
day of ten hours; is made strong, and not 
liable to get out of order. Mr. Ford has always in 
stock brick moulds and trucks, wheelbarrows, etc., 
truss rods for kiln sheds, brickmaker's tools and 
plans and specifications for brickyards are cheer- 
fully furnished upon application. He attends to 
all kinds of repairs of steam engines, machines, 
etc., and makes a specialty of shafting. Cylinders 
are re-bored and fitted with improved packing, 
and boilers set on improved plans; pipe and all 
kinds machine work; mortise gears filled; calen- 
dar rolls turned and ground; mill work of every 
description promptly attended to ; steam engines 
indicated ; power measured and valves adjusted ; 
competent men sent to any part of the country to 
do work; columns and holts for buildings; iron 
sash, etc., etc. 

D. Frank Hale, Wholesale Dealer in Notions, 
Clocks, Watches, Sporting Goods, etc. No. 246 
Main Street. — This is one of the oldest as well as 
the largest houses engaged in the jewelry business 
in Springfield, having been inaugurated in 1847. 
The original founder was Mr. William Patton, 
who was later on succeeded by Messrs. Hale & 
Oakes. In 1876 Mr. Hale became the sole pro- 
prietor. The store occupied is a model of attract- 
iveness, and is in size 25x120 feet. The large, well 
kept, and excellently arranged stock comprises a 
complete assortment of notions, clocks, watches, 
sporting goods, spectacles, eye-glasses, and other 
optical goods, jewelry, etc., etc. All the articles 
are of the best grade of manufacture and material 
and could not be surpassed for general excellence. 
Mr. Hale carries on an extensive business as a 
wholesale and retail dealer. Watch, clock, and 
repairing of all kinds is executed by him in the 
most workmanlike manner. The trade of the 
house extends to all parts of the city and to all 
parts of the surrounding country within a radins 
of fifty miles, Mr. Hale is a native of West 
Springfield, Mass. 



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F. S. Newinau, Architect and Superintendent 
of Construction, No. 159 State Street. — A leading, 
mo.st active and enterprising member of the above 
profession in this city is Mr. F. S. Newman. His 
business premises consist of an office '20x20 feet 
in dimensions, and a draughting room 20x25 feet 
ID siise. Mr. Newman, who is a native of Bangor, 
Me., has been established in this city since ' 
1883. During that time he has ably and popu- 
larly shown himself to be a worthy follower of 
his protcssion, and numerous public and private 
structures in this city are monuments to his 
genius and skill. Among these may be men- 
tioned the City Asylum, Messrs. Metealf & Lu- 
ther's building on Maiu street, the Dickinson 
Block on vState street, the Olmstead & Kirkham 
Block on State street, Mr. Whyte's residence on j 
Florida street. Dr. Rice's house on Temple street, I 
the State Street Baptist Chapel, the Catholic 
Church at Three Rivers, the Catholic Church at \ 
Turner's Falls, Mass., Mr. Tanner's residence on 
Vine street, the Massachusetts Mutual Insurance 
Company's vaults, the Unitarian parsonage on 
Temple street, and many other edifices. Mr. j 
Newman possesses ability of the higiiest order, I 
both in the general outline and exterior design, 
also in the interior as well, devoting the greatest 
care to secure the utmost advantages derivable 
from suitable internal arrangements. His speci- 
fications are full to the letter, and, keeping 
within the margin of estimates, have given entire 
satisfaction tj his numerous patrons. For refer- 
ence Mr. Newman is, by permission, allowed to 
name the following: Hon. H. M. Phillips, of 
Phillips Manufacturing Co.; James Kirkham, 
president First National Bank; E. W. Shattuck, 
carpenter and builder; D. J. Curtis, mason and 
builder; E. V. Tanner, superintendent of E. 
Stebbins Manufacturing Co. ; J. W. Kiikham, 
assistant cashier First National Bank ; E. A. 
Perkins, lumber dealer; J. S. Sanderson, mason 
and builder ; Louis H. Orr, engraver, printer and 
publisher ; W. P. Alexander, luternal Revenue 
collector ; George C. McClean, M. D. ; James & 
Marra, stone cutters and quarrymen. 

A. P. Jennillg'.S, Stationery, Periodicals aud 
Fancy Goods, No. 424 Main Street. — Mr. Jennings 
is a native of Vermont, and came to Springfield 
and started his present enterprise in 18.53. During 
the thirty-three years he has beeu in business he 
has eujoyed the confidence, respect and a large pat- 
ronage of the community. His store is one of the 
best known and most popular in the city. It is 
very eligibly located, has a frontage of 25 feet, 
and a depth of 90 feet, and it is very tastefully 
and attractively fitted up, and admirably ar- 
ranged. The stock is large and varied, and em- 
braces stationery, both fancy and plain, all the 
leading periodicals of the day, tancy goods in 
every variety, and dolls and novelties of every 
kind. Mr. jenniugs is an excellent judge of what 
is likely to meet the tastes of his customers, and 
he is always abreast with the times in the intro- 
duction into his stock of all the novelties in his 
line of trade as soon as they are sent out from the 
manuf;ictorie.s. The business is wholesale and re- 
tail and is equitably conducted, and all who form 
business relations with this house will find them- 
selves well and satisfactorily served. 



Smith & WessoD, Manufacturers of Re- 
volvers. — The works of Smith & Wesson are 
located in Springfield, aud form one of the largest 
industrial establishments in the city. These 
works, which are owned by the firm, comprise 
several extensive buildings, covering an area of 
about two acres, and are bounded on three sides 
by Southbridge, Cross and Willow streets. The 
mechanical equipments are complete and perfect, 
and the driving power for the machinery is fur- 
nished by Corliss engines and boilers of 300-horse- 
power capacity. Between 225 and 250 hands are 
employed. All of Smith & Wesson's revolvers 
are madf entirely of the best cast steel ; all parts 
are subjected to a rigid and careful inspection for 
faults in stock or work ; carefully tested for accu- 
racy and penetration ; all parts are made to gauge 
and are interchangeable, %vhile the construction is 
simple aud the action reliable ; and all the vari- 
ous s zes of revolvers are fitted with the auto- 
matic shell extractor, by the action of which the 
exploded shells are ejected from cylinder by the 
simple motion of opening the arm, which is then 
in position for loading. All the chambers of cyl- 
inder being exposed at once, the process of load- 
ing is greatly facilitated. This concern has been 
doing an immense trade ever since its foundation 
in 1857, and in addition to supplying all parts of 
the Union it is continually exiiortingrevolversall 
over the rest of the world. The present proprie- 
tors are Mr. D B. Wesson and his son, Mr. W. H. 
Wesson, both of whom are natives of Massachu- 
setts. The firm's New York agent is Mr. M.W. 
Robinson, No. 79 Chambers street. 

W. L. Barnard, (Successor to Long, Bar- 
nard & Ferre) Dry and Fancy Goods, No. 370 
Main Street. — This popular and much-frequented 
store was founded in 1871, under the firm style ol 
Long, Barnard & Ferre, and subsequently the title 
of the house was changed to W. L. Barnard & Co. 
In 1884 Mr. Barnard became the sole proprietor, 
and he has fully maintained the high reputation 
the house has always borne. The store has a 
frontage of 25 feet, expands in the rear part to 
a width of 40 feet, and it runs to a depth of 90 
feet. It is lighted by two fine show windows ; is 
handsomely fitted up, aud is furnished with the 
Martin system money carrier, which is operated 
by water power. Each department of the busi- 
ness is replete with varied and extensive stocks to 
suit all classes of customers. Dress goods in every 
conceivable style and pattern arc to be found here 
at all times in lavish array, fancy goods in pro- 
fusion, housekeeping goods in endless variety, 
blankets, flannels, tidies, raw silk, table coverti, 
antique lace, bed-spreads, stamped linen splashers 
and tray cloths for embroidery, Nottingham, 
lucked, and embroidered pillow shams, gloves, 
colored felts, handkerchiefs and miscellaneous 
goods suitable for git ;s and festive occasions, all of 
which are oftered at bargains beyond the reach of 
smaller competing houses. The ladies-furnishing 
goods departments are provided with everything 
the most fastidious would desire. Twelve assist- 
ants are in attendance. Every convenience is 
aflforded to customers. Mr. Barnard, who is a na- 
tive of Shelburne, has been a resident in this city 
since 1868, possesses large experience of this busi- 
ness and is every way reliable and popular. 



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CITY OF SPRINGFIELD. 



Cooley'S Hotel, J. M. Cooley Sz Co., pro- 
prietors. — C'ooley's Hotel in Springlield lills a 
niche in the esteem and popularitj' of the travel- 
ing public peculiarly its own. The hotel was first 
opened to the public in 1S50, by Mr. J. M. Cooley, 
the present firm of J. M. Cooley & Co. being organ- 
ized in 1881. The main building is a Ibur-story 
brick, 150x90 feet in size, while directly opposite 
is 'Cooley's Annex," consisting of two floors, .'iOx 
100 feet each, which was added to the accommoda- 
tions of the hotel in March, 1886. One hundred 
and fifteen rooms are provided for the entertain- 
ment of the public. No luxury afforded in situ- 
ation, surroundings, cuisine and modern conven- 
iences in any hotel is lacking. It is the favorite 
resort of the New England and New York com- 
mercial travelers, who never fail to find here all 




the comforls craved by honest Jack Falstafl". 
In short, the first-class American hotel, such as 
C'ooley's, is a complete miniature city, in which 
the guest can find everything to his comfort and 
satisfaction. The house inside is lighted by gas, 
with an electric light placed in front of the main 
entrance, is provided with a steam passenger ele- 
vator, bathrooms on every floor, a barber shop in 
the basement, a large billiard room on the second 
floor, a reception room for gentlemen who do not 
smoke, and a private ladies' entrance connected 
with the elevator. The menu at C'ooley's is espe- 
cially worthy of commendation, being under the 
most experienced supervision and kept up to a 
high standard of excellence. The dining room has 
a seating capacity for one hundred guests, and the 
entire establishment furnishes employment to 
forty persons. Terms are fixed at the low rate of 
$2-00 per day. The proprietors of this popular 
hostelry are Messrs. J. M. Cooley and Henry E. 
Marsh, both Massachusetts men born and bred, 
brimful of energy, enterprise and pluck. 

C. DeFrate, Boarding, Feed, and Sale 
Stable, also, Gurney Cabs Nos. 54 and 55. Stands 
at the Corner of Main Street and Harrison 
Avenue, 98 Dwight Street. — A popular and 
prominent livery stable is that conducted by Mr. 
C. DeFrate, who established his business here in 
1881. His commodious .stable is at No. 98 Dwight 
street, where he occupies a three-story brick 
building 100x50 feet in dimensions. Here he 
has ample room for accommodating forty horses 
and fifty carriages. He runs two Ciurney cabs 
Nos. 54 and 55, and eight horses and enjoys a j 
first-class city patronage. Mr. DeFrate employs j 
five competent assistants, has every facility for 
boarding horses in the best manner, and he 
does so at very reasonable chargt s. He also buys 
and disposes of horses by private sale and is a 



thorough judge of horseflesh. His establish- 
ment IS furnished with telephone connection 
and all orders .sent thus are promptly attended 
to. Mr. DeFrate is a native of Springfield, is 
popularly known here and has hosts of friends. 

J. M. Currier, Architect, No. 227 Main 
Street. — The oldest established house engaged 
in the architectural calling in Springfield is that 
of Mr. J. M. Currier. This gentleman is a 
native of Vermont, having been born at South 
Txoy on August 27, 1818. In 1844, having fin- 
ished his studies, he opened an office in this 
city, and has for forty-two years been at the 
head of his profession here. Many of the finest 
buildings are mnte monuments to his .skill and 
ability. Among the .structures that have been 
designed and superintended in building by 
him may be mentioned the residence of Dr. 
Brooks on Chestnut street, the Turner's Hall 
on State street, the public schools on Elm, 
Oak and Hooker streets, Mr. A. S. Dwelly's 
residence on Elliott s'reet, Mr. George Dut- 
ton's residence on Wellington street, Mr. 
Henry Adams' dwelling at Rockville, Conn., 
Mr. Wright's and Mr. Snow's residences at 
Greenfield, Mass., and the Brooks Library 
at Brattleboro, Vt. He employs two com- 
petent assistants. All branches of archi- 
tectural work are executed by him, and par- 
1 ticular attention is given to superintending 
buildings. Mr. Currier superintended the erec- 
tion of the Boston and Albany R. K. building 
and offices, also designed and erected the depot at 
Pittsfield and was the architect of the residence 
of Mr. Warner Studevant on Elliott street, one of 
the finest in the city. He is also the architect 
and is now building a residence for Mr. Charles 
Marsh at the corner of Mulberry and Maple 
streets. 

Springfield Weaviug Company, Manu- 
facturers of Narrow Fabiics of Cotton, Silk, 
Worsted, Stay and other Bindings, Boot Webs, 
etc. — A prominent and extensive mannfijcturing 
establishment is that of the Springfield Weaving 
Company, which, in eight years, has built up a 
trade that reaches to every part of the Union. 
The company was organized in 1^78 with a capi- 
tal of $45,000, and its president is Mr. John N. 
Stebbins, who is a native of New Hampshire, and 
its treasurer and secretary, Mr. George T. Bond, 
who was born in Massachusetts. The company's 
factory is a brick building of three stories and 
basement, covering an area of 50x100 feet. In 
addition to this the company occupy the first floor 
of the adjoining building, which is of equal 
dimensions. The premises are equipped with 
eighty-five looms and all other neces.sary ma- 
chinery, which is operated by steam power. Sev- 
enty-five hands are employed, and the products 
of the establishment consist of narrow fabrics of 
cotton, silk and worsted, stay bindings, galoons, 
boot and shoe webs, bed lace, hoop-skirt tapes, 
oilcloth binding, pru.ssian bindings, non-elastic 
webs, etc. These are shipped to all parts of the 
country, and the company has gained a high rep- 
utation and an active demand for its manufac- 
tures. The New York agents of the company are 
Messrs. Banning, Conover & Co., of No. 7 Mercer 
Street. 



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li. B. Currier, Wholesale Lumber Merchant, 
No. 382 Main Street. Office: Rooms 5 and 6 
Kinsman's Block, cor. Main and Bridge Streets. — 
Of all the important branches of industry there 
are none so distinctly and radically Ameri- 
can as the trade in lumber. The largest 
business in this line of trade is done by Mr. 
R. B. Currier, the wholesale lumber merchant, 
at No. 332 Main street. This gentleman has been 
established in the business here since 1873, and 
has a wide reputation as a successful merchant 
and an enerfietic, enterprising and wide-awalie 
business man. His facilities for supplying the 
trade with first-class Western, Northern, and 
Southern lumber are such as can only apply to 
those thoroughly understanding the business. 
Mr. Currier is the agent in the New England and 
Middle States for the Nashville Lumber Company 
of Nashville, Tenn., and the Delta Lumber Co of 
Detroit, Mich., of whicli Jlr. Currier is vice-presi- 
dent and .selling agent. The Nashville Company 
makes a specialty of soft yellow poplar and 
Southern yellow pine, for Hooring, ceiling, siding, 
linishing, base, casings, mouldings, box boards, 
etc. The Delta Lumber Company deals in Mich- 
igan pine. Mr. Currier is prepared to supply 
these kinds of lumber by carload lots; also, laths, 
shingles, planks and timber of all kinds. His 
business is conducted upon a policy that entitles 
him to the fullest confidence, and he invites corre- 
spondence from all interested in securing the best 
lumber in the market at the lowest prices. Mr. 
Currier is a native of Springfield and closely iden- 
tified with the commercial advancement of this 
community. The officers of the Delta Lumber 
Company are as follows: E. L. Thompson, presi- 
dent, Detroit, Mich.; R. B. Currier, vice-presi- 
dent, and Eastern agent, Springfield, Ma.ss.; John 
T. Rich, treasurer, Lapeer, Mich , and S. T. Slay- 
ton, secretary, Thompsons, Mich. 

B. C. Robinson, Massasoit Livery, Feed- 
ing and Sale Stable, Office, 17 Railroad Street. — 
Among the establishments conducted for the ac- 
commodation of the public the livery stable occu- 
pies a foremost place. The leading stables in the 
city of Springfield are those conducted under the 
nameof the Massasoit Livery, Feeding and Sales 
Stables, by Mr. E. C. Robinson. The stables, as 
well as being the largest, a re also among the oldest 
established business enterprises of the city, hav- 
ing been founded in 1838 by Chester W. Chapin, 
who was followed by Mr. J. S. Robinson, father of 
the present proprietor forty -two .years ago and w.as 
succeeded by his sou, Mr. E C. Robinson, in 1856. 
The premises occupied are situated to the rear of 
the Massasoit House and comprise an area covering 
an entire acre. On this large space is erected one 
two and three story brick building 35x100 feet in 
dimensions, another 25xG0 feet in size, and also 
several other structures, which are used for the 
various purposes of the business. The stables 
have ample room for accommodating eighty horses 
and the same number of carriages, and a force of 
twenty-two liands are employed. The enterprise 
is eligibly located, being just opposite the B. & A., 
the N. Y., N. H , & H , and the Connecticut railroad 
stations. Mr. Robinson keeps on hand at the 
order of the public, on reason.able terms, seven fine 
coaches, five cabs, ten light wagons, and about 
fifty horses, and has every facility for furnishing 



the most stylish turnouts. He boards horses by 
the day, week or month at uniformly reasonable 
rates and is enjoying a splendid business. He has 
a fine office at No. 17 Railroad street, where all 
orders may be left. He is given the entire patro- 
nage from the Massasoit House, Cooley's Hotel, 
Hotel Warwick, and the Haynes Hotel, for all 
work in his line and guarantees satisfactory servi- 
ces in every instance. Mr. Robinson is a native 
of Vermont and is a thoroughly reliable business 
man. 

Cliapin & Company, Solicitors of Patents 
in all Countries, No. 352 Main Street — So much 
litigation has been the result of imperfectly pro- 
tected patents that it is n matter of paramount 
importance to the inventor that the services of 
those should be retained whose reputation is well 
known for undertaking such cases having reason- 
able prospects of ultimate success. Of patent 
solicitors in this city, Me.ssrs. Chapin & Co. have 
been established since 1876. The members of the 
firm are Mr. Henry A. Chapin, and his son, Mr. 
William H. Chapin, both of whom are natives of 
Massachusetts. Thev occupy handsomely fur- 
nished offices in Bill's Block. The members of the 
firm are exclusively patent attorneys, and Mr. 
Henry A. Chapin is also a notary public. The 
firm are acting solicitors and counselors in patent 
matters for upward of fifty corporations and manu- 
facturing concerns in New England. Messrs. 
Chapin & Companv have associated with them in 
Washington a gentleman of long experience, lately 
a principal examiner in the United States Patent 
Office, who personally attends to their business 
there, thereby insuring every possiolecare that all 
business shall be well and promptly done. Mr. 
H. A. Chapin, the senior member of the firm, prac- 
tices in the United States Courts as mechanical 
expert in patent suits, and may be consulted at 
all times relative to infringements and the value 
and scope of patents. Special attention given to 
obtaining patents in Europe and other foreign 
countries, in allot which Messrs. Chapin & Com- 
pany have their agents. A residence of several 
years in foreign countries gives Messrs. Chapin & 
Co. special advantages lor successfully doing for- 
eign jiatent business. The firm prepare specifica- 
tion drawings, assignments, caveats and re-issues. 
They al.so devote their attention to trade marks 
and copyrights. 

A. P. Childs, Manager New York Life and 
Fidelity and Casualty Insurance Companies, No. 
351 Main Street, Room No. 3, over Third Na- 
tional Bank. — A prominent house engaged in 
the insurance business is that of Mr. A. P. Childs, 
whose office is Room No. 3 in the Third National 
Bank building ; and who is the manager and gen- 
eral agent of the New York Life and Fidelity and 
Casualty Companies for Western Massachusetts 
and the State of Vermont. The companies he 
represents are among the soundest and very best 
in the country and are noted for their reliability 
and careful, prudent management. Mr. Childs 
is a native of Bennington, Vt., has resided here 
for several years, and is well known and highly 
respected by all who know him. He is well 
versed in insurance matters, a wide awake, ener- 
getic and honorable business gentleman, who de- 
serves the prosperity he has gained. 



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Evans House, No. 351 Main Street.— This 
favorite hostelry was first opened to the public, 
in 1856, by Mrs. C. F. Evans, fbllovped later on by 
Messrs. Evans & Hutchinson, and since Deccmhei, 
1885, it has been under the sole control of Mrs. L. 
E. McLean, who has continued to conduct the 
affairs of the house with marked ability. The 
Evans House is a handsome five-story structure, 
built of iron and absolutely fire-proof. Business 
houses occupy the stores on the street floor, and, 
the space devoted to the hotel consists of one 
half of the .second floor aLd the entire third, fourth, 
and fifth floor.s. Each floor is 100x100 feet iu 
dimensions. There are seventy-five rooms iu all, 
every one furnished in a tasteful and comfortable 
manner. Every room is provided with gas, steam 
heat, running water, etc., and furnished with 




clean linen, fine beds and clean bedding. On the 
third floor is the business office, the ladies' par- 
lor, dining-room, which can seat seventy five 
persons. The table is a notable feature of the 
house, being liberally supplied with the be.st the 
market affords, excellently cooked in every vari- 
ety and politely and attentively served by expe- 
rienced waiters. Fifteen a.ssistants are employed. 
A passenger elevator is one of the many i-onve- 
nience-softhe hou.se. A large numbi^r of pcinia- 
nent boarders are always quartered at the Evans. 
It being the family home for those retiring 
from hou.se-kesping, or who have not yet entered 
upon it There is also a goodly number of tran- 
sient boarders .seeking the comforts and conve- 
nieuceaof the Evans. The terms are very rea- 
sonable, being $2 and $1.50 per day. Mrs. Mc- 
Lean, proprietress of this home-comfort house, 
is a native of Massachusetts, and is an expert 
and experienced hotel manager. She is a pleas- 
ant, amiable lady and very attentive to the 
comforts and wants of her guests. The evi'Iences 
of her wise and careful supervision are oh.servable 
in every part of the house, and her happy faculty 
for making and keeping friends is rendering her 
management a popular and profitable one. Those 
who have once been Mrs. McLean's guests always 
return to the Evans with great pleasure. 



! Mill Kiver Steam Carpet Cleaiiiiis;- 
Co., Wilson Frye, Manager, No. 1010 Souih 
M un Street. — The enterprising proprietor of 
tiiis well known establishment, Mr. Wilson 
Frye, is a native of Louisville, Ky. He has 
been in the New Engl.ind States since ISfi'i 
and a resident of Siiringticld since 1879. In 
1881 he founded his present busiuss and has 
met with a success that redounds much to the 
credit of his management. The industry is car- 
ried on in two large floors in the building at 
the address named. The place is furnished 
with new improved machinery operated by 
steam power, the latter being furnished by a 
five-horse power engine and boiler. Mr. Frye 
employs a corps of drilled assistants and is pre- 
pared at short notice to clean and steam carpets 
of all kinds, removing moths, bugs, etc., by an 
improved steaming process; and also renovates 
mattresses, featherbeds, hair mattresses, and 
pillows, steaming and making them over. Fol- 
lowing are bis prices for cleaning and steaming: 
ingrain, per yard, 3 cents; brussels, per yard, 
3.] cents; taking up, I cent ; renovating feathers, 
per bed, ?^1.50; renovating feather pillows, per 
pair, 75 cents; steaming hair mattresses, $1.00. 
Orders by mail jjromptly attended to and carpets 
called for and deliverfd in the city free of charge. 
Orders also may be left at G. Woodworth's 445 
State street, or at C'liapin it Tarbell's, 518 
Main Street. Mr. Wilson Frye was a member 
of the 30th Connecticut Infantry Regiment in the 
army of the James, and was in many sanguinary 
engagements before Petersburg and Richmond. 



C. W. Hlitcliins, Manufacturer of Baud 
Instruments, Banjos, Drums, etc. Office, No. 
•402 Main Street ; Factory, No. 335 Main Street. — 
Among the many firms who manufacture musical 
instrun'ents there are few with greater facilities 
or who can produce better work than Mr. C. W. 
Hutchins. Mr Hiitchius was born in Greenfield. 
Mass., twenty-four years ago, and in 1883 he 
founded his present enterprise, which has been- 
attended with most marked Eucces.s. His factory 
comprises the second and tliird floors of the 
building, and these are each 95x90 feet in dimen- 
.sions. The factory is equipped with the best 
mechanical appliances known to the trade, and 
the machinery is operattd by water power. 
Several skilled and experienced hands aie em- 
ployed, and band instrununts of all kinds, 
banjos, drums, etc. , are manufactured on scientificr 
principles, a specialty being made of patent light- 
piston valves for band instruments, fitted with 
C. W. Hutchins' patent water key, used and 
recommended by the famous corneti.»t, Mr. Walter 
Emerson. Mr. Hutchins carries a large stock of 
musical instruments, and his establishment is the 
largest of its kind in the city or this section of 
the State. The trade <f the concern extends to 
all parts of the United States, and a brisk export 
business is done. Mr. Hutchins has a branch 
establishment at No. 37 Great Marlboro' street, 
London, and in England, as well as in this coun- 
try, his manufactures are regarded as very superior 
by competent musical critics. Taken altogether, 
his factoiy and warerooms are one of the indis- 
pensable institutions of the city with which our 
music-loving people would not willingly dispense. 



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LaiUl Bros. & Co., Insurance Agency, Room, 
No. 1 Opera House Block. — One of che leading 
tire insurance aj;eucies in the city of Springfield 
is that of the firm of Messrs. Ladd Bros. & Co. 
This firm established their business here in 1874, 
and, by reason of their thorough knowledge of 
insurance matters, have become recognized as 
authorities upou the subject. They possess the 
finest possible facilities for conducting their 
agency under the most favorable auspices, and 
rejiresent the following well known and reliable 
companies, viz: The Etna, of Hartf')rd; The North 
British and Mercantile, and the Commercial Union, 
of London ; the Hanover, and the Niagara and 
Germania of New York; the Phieni.K of Brook- 
lyn; the Merchants and Farmers Mutual, of 
Worcester ; the Merchants, of Newark, N. J ; 
the Providence-Washington, of Providence; the 
Atlantic, of Providence; and the Quincy Mutual, 
of Quincy. Representing corporations whose 
assets and capital amount to over forty millions 
of dollars, and having absolute control of the 
business of each company named, they are not 
only enabled to otfer very superior inducements 
to property owners, but to guarantee a sure and 
prompt adjustment of all lo.sses. The members 
of the firmare Messrs C. K. Ladd, .■V. Ladd and 
T. R. Weaver, all of them higlily esteemed in 
commercial life for their ability and integrity. 

H. C. Howard, Manufacturer of and Dealer 
in Choice Confectionery, Cigars, etc., Nos. 7 and 'J 
Market Street. — One of the leading houses en- 
gaged in the confectionery business in this city is 
that of Mr. H. C Howard, which possesses many 
claims to popular favor and public patronage. 
The bnsiness of this concern was originated in 
1862 by Mr. A. F. Coles, who was succeeded by 
the present proprietor, Mr. H. C. Howard, in 
1878. This gentleman is a native of Vermont, 
and has become widely known as a manufacturer 
of and wholesale and retail dealer in confec- 
tionery of all kinds, making pure candies, both 
plain and fancy, and making specialties of How- 
ard's and Colton's cough drops, lime, orange, 
ginger, raspberry, chocolate, lemon, and all kinds 
of fruit tablets, etc., which have gained a high 
reputation over a wide area for their purity. 
The premises occupied comprise a three-story 
brick building, with a frontage of forty feet and a 
depth of fifty feet, and it is thoroughly equipped. 
Fourteen hands are employed in the factory and 
six in connection with the selling department. A 
large trade has been established throughout 
Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire and 
Vermont, and the prices which prevail are rea- 
sonable. Mr. Howard also conducts a large 
wholesale trade in cigars. 

Troy Steam Liaundry, No. 88Worthington 
Street. — Not many years ago the public washing 
was all done by the laborious process of hand rub- 
bing, the only agencies employed be.sides being a 
tub and washboard. All this is changed, and by 
labor-saving processes, so that now nearly all work 
of the kind is sent out to be executed at some one 
of the many steam laundries in existence. The 
representative institution of this kind in Spring- 
field, and the only sleam laundry in the city, is 
that popularly and widely known under the name 
of the Troy Steam Laundry. This representative 



industry was established in 1877, under the name 
of the Troy Custom Laundry, the name being 
changed afterward to the present form. The 
works are located at No. 88 East Worthington 
street, occupying a three-story brick building and 
basement, the dimensions of the place being 50x60 
feet. The works are thoroughly equipped with 
improved machinery operated by steam power, 
the plant including two collar machines, one shirt 
machine, one collar-starching machine, four wash- 
ing machines, one centrifugal machine, two 
shapers, one steam dampener, and one collar damp- 
ener. Employment is given to thirty-five hands, 
and a very large business is being done, a specialty 
being made of fine collar and cuflf work. The 
laundry has a large patronage, receiving work 
from all parts of Massachusetts, Connecticut, and 
Vermont. Nothing but first class work is per- 
formed, and all goods are returned in good order 
at short notice. The proprietor of the enterprise, 
Mr. C. A. Royce, is a native of Vermont, and ha.s 
resided in Springfield for eight years. He is a 
gentleman possessed of the most admirable busi- 
ness qualifications, and conducts business on 
methods that have not failed to commend his 
establishment to the public. 

Geo. O. Kingsbury, House Builder and 
Real Estate Dealer, No. 4o8 Main Street.— The 
building and real estate interests of Springfield are 
most ably represented by Mr. George 0. Kings- 
bury. This gentleman is a native of Connecticut, 
has resided in Springfield for the pa.st twenty-six 
years, and since 1861 has been engaged in his pre- 
sent line of business. Nocitizen is better known 
in or more respected for his straight- forward busi- 
ness character and social worth than Mr. Kin};s- 
hury, who, in all building and real estate mattcis 
is regarded as an authority. He buys and sells 
and leases and rents real estate of every descrip- 
tion, and makes a special feature in his business < f 
building and selling houses. During his long 
business career he has built and sold over four 
hundred houses, has sold six hundred building 
lots and forty farms, and three-fourths of the 
dwellings erected by him have been sold on long 
time. A marked circumstance connected with all 
these transactions is that they have never given 
raise to any litigation, Indeed, Sir. Kingshuiy 
never foreclosed a mortgage and never had a law- 
suit in connection with any cne of his many busi- 
ness transactions. He has a large business, not 
only in the city, but in the country districts. 

C. M. Lioring, Collateral Banker and Broker, 
No. 227 Main street, Room 6.— Mr. Loring was 
born in Worcester, in this State, about forty years 
ago, and he is well and favorably known over a 
wide territory. He opened his present office dur- 
ing the early part of 18.^^6, and is prepared to ad- 
vance money on real and personal security, stocks, 
bonds, business paper, etc., to any amount, and at 
immediate notice. The house can in every way 
be depended on for reliability, promptness, and lor 
conducting its afRiirs with the least expense to 
clients; and all transactions can be relied on as 
confidential. This house is to be commended to 
the notice of those who wish to obtain advances 
on valuable property or notes of hand, assured oS 
we are that no better terms can be obtained than 
are offered by Mr. Loring. 



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C E. Sejniour & Co., Hack, Livery, 
Boarding and Sale Stables, No. 65 Market Street. 
— These are among the most prominent and popu- 
lar hack, livery, boarding and sale stables in the 
cit}'. — The proprietors, Messrs. C. E. Seymour 
and W. R. Forrester, started business in 1877 at 
the Massasoit Stables, and removed to their pre- 
sent quarters, at No. 65 Market street, in 1882. 
Here they have a commodious three-.story brick 
stable, 25x175 feet in dimensions, and this is 
thoroughly drained and well ventilated. It is 
provided with every convenience for the care of 
hiirses and storing of carriages, and a force of 
careful grooms are employed. There is accom- 
modation for 60 horses and 125 carriages. The 
horses are located on the first floor and the second 
and third floors are used for the storing of car- 
riages. Horses are boarded by the day, week, or 
month, special attention is given by the pro- 
prietors to buying and .selling stock on commis- 
sion and they are desirable agents through whom 
to effect either sales or purchases. The firm keep 
a fine stock of horses, hacks, carriages of all 
kinds, wagons, etc., for hire and they make a 
specialty of furnishing stylish turnouts for wed- 
dings, parties, funerals, operas, depot calls, etc., 
first-class single or double teams with competent 
and careful drivers being .supplied at very moder- 
ate prices. The office, which is tastefully fitted 
up, is cjnnected by telephone, and all orders 
receive prompt attention. Mr. Seymour is a 
native of this city, and Mr. Forrester was born at 
Orange, Mass. 

Puller & Hoilgliton, Manufacturers of 
Mattresses, Lounges, and Easy Chairs, Dealers in 
Bedding, etc., Nos. 33 and 35 Market Street.— 
For many years the house of Mes.srs. Fuller & 
Houghton has been well and favorably known in 
New England as a leading one in its line of 
trade; and the products of the establishment have 
been considered first-class in every respect. The 
business was originated by the presen t proprietors, 
Messrs. Dwight Fuller and Edward D. Houghton, 
in 1872. The former is a native of Massachusetts 
and the latter was born in Vermont. The 
firm occupied a four-story building, but recently 
this was destroyed by fire. A new structure, 
specially adapted to the business, is being erected 
on the site, and will be equipped with all necessary 
facilities and appliances. From twenty to 
twenty-five hands are employed, and the firm are 
manufacturers of and deal ers in louuges and easy 
•chairs, mattresses, curled hair, feathers and bed- 
ding supplies generally. They carry at all times j 
a large stock of these goods, and sales are made at \ 
wholesale to the furniture manufacturing trade 
throughout New England; and they al.so furnish 
hotels, hospitals and public institutions. 

The P. Colby Manuftictiiring Co., j 

Manutacturers of Photo Card Mounts, No. 2!)1 
Main Street. — Established in 1883, and making a 
specialty of manufacturing photo card mounts of 
e very description, the P. Colby Manufacturing Co. , 
of this city, has already secured an enviable repu- 
tation in the trade. Each year the company's , 
trade has increased steadily, and now extends 
throughout Massachusetts, Maine, Khode Island, 
Connecticut, New Hampshire and Vermont. The [ 
icidquarters of the concern are at No. 291 Main 



I street, where two rooms, each having a floorage 
area of 50x75 feet, are occupied for the purpo.sesol 
the business. The place is thoroughly equipped 
with all necessary machinery, including three 
ruling machines and a cutting machine, which are 
) operated by steam power, giving employment to a 
I force of about ten hands. Mr. Colby manufac- 
tures photo card mounts of very superior quality 
and photosraphers would do well to obtain their 
supplies from him He also makes fine wedding 
bristols, executes paper ruling, etc., performing all 
work in the most finished manner, and at the low- 
est prices. Mr. Phelius Colby, proprietor of this 
creditable enterprise, is a native of Canada, and 
has resided in Springfield for many years. 

William C. Taylor, Dealer in Pianos, Or- 
gans and Mu.sical Merchandise, Opera House 
Block, No. 416 Main Street — A prominent house 
in this city engaged in dealing in first-class pianos 
and organs, and musical merchandise of all kinds, 
is that of Mr. William C. Taylor. The business 
of this house was started in September, 1884, 
under the firm style ol Whiting & Taylor. This 
partnership continued until June, 1885, since 
which date the business has been managed by 
Mr. Taylor alone, and with considerable success. 
The store has a frontage of 25 feet and a depth of 
90 feet, and it is very tastefully fitted up and ad- 
mirably arranged. Mr. Taylor, who is the agent 
for Hampden county for the Weber and Behning 
pianos and for the Clough & Warren and Sterling 
organs, has on hand a very extensive stock of 
these instruments. Every facility is offered pur- 
chasers for obtaining these first-class instruments 
at reasonable prices. These pianos and organs 
are unrivalled for purity, sympathetic quality, 
sweetness and volume, and are well known to be 
the most perliect, durable and reliable in the city. 
Mr. Taylor also deals in banjos, violins, and musi- 
cal merchandise of every description. Two as- 
sistants are employed and prompt and courteous 
attention is shown to all patrons. Mr. Taylor is 
a native of Chicopee Falls, and is a young man of 
business push and energy. 

C. P. Wilson, Carpenter and Jobber, also 
Millwright, Shop, No. 1010 South Main Street — 
The business which Mr. C. P. Wilson now con- 
trols was founded in 1880 by Mr. Eldridge Bar- 
ton, Mr. Wilson succeeding to the management 
in 1882. His business premises cover an area of 
25x60 feet, and are supplied with sawing and 
planing machinery which is operated by water 
power. Mr. Wilson gives employment to ten 
experienced workmen and has every facility for 
conducting his business in a satisfactory man- 
ner. Besides carrying on a general carpentering 
and jobbing business, he is also a millwright and 
manufactures to order brick moulds and brick 
machines. He performs all kinds of carpenter 
and jobbing work in the most thorough and 
workmanlike manner, and while his work is 
always of the best, his prices are always reason- 
able. Mr. Wilson is a native of Massachusetts, 
having been born in Worcester county in 18.52, 
and has resided in Springfield since he was but 
three years of age. He has had eighteen years 
experience at his present business and under- 
stands it perfectly, and occupies a prominent 
position in the trade 



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E. G. Washburn, Funeral Director, State 
and Dwigbt Streets. — The leading establishment 
in Springfield in the undertaking line is that of 
Mr. E. Cr. Washburn, who has been conducting an 
extensive business as an undertaker and funeral 
director since 1866. Mr. Washburn is a native of 
Williamsburgh, Mass., and has for many years 
resided in this city. He is one of the oldest of 
those engaged in his line of business in Springtield, 
and a large number of the funerals that take place 
here are conducted by him. Mr. Washburn's 
business premises consist of a handsome two- 
story brick building 2.xxl00 feet in dimensions 
and a stable two-stories high and ;i5.x60 feet in 
dimensions. His handsome office is twenty feet 
square and isattractively fitted out in oak ti.xtures. 
A fine wareroom at the rear of the office contains 
an artistic assortment of coffins, caskets, and fun- 
eral furniture of all kinds. Back of the ware- 
room is the workshop, which is furnished with a 
freight elevator and every possible convenience 
for the conduct of the business. Mr. Washburn 
owns and uses in connection with his business two 
hearses, one business coach, one coupe, one mad 
wagon, one family carriage, and a number of fine 
horses. He has everything required for the most 
imposing funeral ceremonies. His office is con- 
nected by telephone, and all orders sent thus 
receive prompt attention. Perhaps Mr. Washburn 
is most widely known through his discovery of a 
most valuable embalming fluid. He appropria- 
tely named the discovery " Washburn's Em- 
balmer,"and introduced it to the public in 1881. 
The fluid may be obtained from his following 
a'j;encies when not ordered direct from him: Stein 
Manufacturing Company, Rochester, N. Y.; Stein 
Manufacturing Company, Boston, Mass.; Stein 
Manufacturing Company, New York ; W. L. Lock- 
hart., East Cambridge, Mass.; Horn thai, Noble & 
Co., NewYork; Hamilton, Lemraon, Arnold & Co., 
Pittsburgh, Pa.; Chappel, Chase, Maxwell & Co., 
Oneida, N. Y.; G. W. WooUey & Son, Hartford, 
Conn. Every embalmer in the United States has 
knowledge of its being beyond a doubt the best 
preserving fluid manufactured. 

Quilty Brothers, Merchant Tailors, Gents 
Furni-shings, Fine Assortment of Foreign and 
Domestic Woolens to select from. No. 485 Main 
Street.— This establishment, since its inception in 
1878, has been a popular headquarters for gentle- 
men's suitings, and everything pertaining to mat- 
ters of dress and furnishings for the male .sex. 
The handsome store occupied by the Messrs. Quilty, 
is large, commodious, attractive in its aj)point- 
ments, has two fine show windows in which a 
tasty display of goods may always be seen, and is 
a model establishment in every respect. The firm 
carry a large stock of foreign and domestic fabrics 
from which an excellent selection may be made, 
and a complete assortment of shirts, hosiery, 
gloves, scarfs, and other furnishing goods contain- 
ing every novelty and latest fashion. Seven 
skilled hands are given employment. The mem- 
bers of the firm, Messrs. William J., and J. P. 
Quilty, are natives of London, Eng., and have 
resided in the United States since 1860. They 
are both practical, experienced cutters, and exe- 
cute only the most finished work. Their prices 
are always reasonable. 



O. W. Bullock, Manufacturer of Watch 
Tools, Watch Keys, and Light Metallic Goods, 
Cro.ss Street, near Willow. — An enterprise credita- 
ble alike to the proprietor and to the city is that 
conducted by Mr. O. \V. Bullock, on Cross street, 
near Willow street. The business was started in 
a small way in 1874, and by dint of steady appli- 
cation, ingenuity, and straightforward dealing it 
has grown to be the most extensive undertaking in 
its line in the country, the products of the estab- 
lishment being shipped to every part of the Union, 
to London, Eng., Canada, Mexico, South America, 
etc. The originators of the business were H. W. 
& 0. W. Bullock, and .since the retirement of the 
former in May, 1879, the latter has continued the 
business on his own account with increasing suc- 
cess. The premises occupied for the business 
consist of the second and third floors of a four- 
[stoiy brick building, 2.5x100 feet in dimensions. 
These are equipped with the mo.st efficient me- 
! chanical appliances, and the driving power for the 
j machinery is furnished by an 80-horse power 
steam engine. From twenty to twenty-five 
skilled and experienced hands are employed. Mr. 
Bullock is the owner and manufacturer of numer- 
ous patented articles, embracing English's patent 
steel watch keys, Kay's patent roller removers, 
Fales' patent case spring pliers, Bullock's patent 
pliers for holding case springs to file and set, Bul- 
lock's patent pin vise and XC composition case 
springs, Bullock's patent case opener and tweezer 
combined, and a great variety of watch keys, 
watch and jewelers' tools, and light metal goods. 
In the line of tweezers for the use of jewelers, 
surgeons, printers, etc. , no concern in the country 
produces so large a variety. Mr. Bullock is the 
sole owner and manufacturer of Spickermau's 
jewelers' cement chuck, a recent invention, and 
one which, while doing away with many objec- 
tions, will fit any lathe and receive any wheel in 
a watch. Stereotypers and others will find many 
goods of use to them in their business. Mr. 
Bullock publishes a costly and valuable illustrated 
catalogue of his manufoctures. He does a large 
trade through jobbing houses. Mr. Bullock is a 
native of Vermont, and a gentleman whose word 
in the trade is regarded as his bond. 

Woods & Hosley, Jewelers, Opposite 
Court Square, 449 Main Street. — The business of 
this house was first established in 1871, by Messrs. 
Smith & Hosley, who were succeeded by the pre- 
sent firm in 1872. The store is 25x60 feet in size, 
and finely appointed throughout. The stock 
embraces the finest watches, clocks, silverware, 
optical goods, etc. , ofboth American and foreign 
manufacture, and the display of valuable merchan- 
dise in every form of use and beauty that the taste 
and genius of masters of the art could suggest. 
The firm are practical watchmakers and jewelers, 
of large experience, fine taste and thorough skill, 
and are prepared to execute all kinds of work in 
their line in the best style of the art, and to war- 
rant satisfaction both as to workmanship and 
prices. Repairing of watches, clocks and jewelry 
is promptly and neatly done. The firm is com- 
posed of Messrs. Geo. H. Woods and Charles D. 
Hosley, both gentlemen of untiring energy, and 
rare business qualifications, who are highly pop- 
ular and respected. 



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N. J. Herrick, Seedsman and Florist, No. 
306 Main Street. — The establishment of Mr. N. 
J. Herrick is a repre.sentative one in this line, 
having satisfactorily and skillfully catered to the 
people of Springfield for the last eight years. 
Mr. Herrick, who is a native of Canaan, New 
York, has resided in Springfield for the last nine- 
teen years, and i3 well and favorably known. He 
established his present extensive business in 1873 
and has since built up a patronage that now 
extends all over the United States. His well- 
kept and perfectly arranged greenhou.-ies cover 
an area of 23,000 square feet of glass. He has 
twelve greenhouses on Plainfield street, two on 
Worthington street, and one in West Springfield. 
All branches of the horticulturists' art are car- 
ried on by Mr. Herrick, who is thoroughly accom- 
plished in his calling. He is a general dealer in 
seeds and small shrubs, potted plants, large 
shrubs and trees, and cut flowers. Every tree, 
plant and flower that is valued and esteemed is 
handled by Mr. Herrick, whose business in this 
line is the largest, west of Boston, in New England. 
His store is 35.^30 feet in size, and is arranged in 
a tasteful and attractive manner. Plants and 
flowers are furnished at short notice for funerals, 
weddings, banquets, balls, entertainments and 
other occasions. The artistic and elaborate de 
sigDS in floral work for which this house has 
such an enviable name are marvels of exquisite 
workmanship, and the house has built up a large 
patronage. Orders sent by telephone receive 
prompt and satisfiictory attention. 

William P. Draper, Dispensing Pharma- 
cist, No. 410 Main Street, (Haynes Hotel). — The 
establishment of Mr. William P. Draper is one of 
the most popular and reliable in the city. Mr. 
Draper was born in Salem, Mass., thirty-five years 
ago, and after graduating in pharmacy he founded 
his present business in 1873. The store is very 
commodious and attractive, 25x75 feet in dimen- 
sions, elegantly and tastefully fitted up, and it 
contains a full and complete stock of fresh, pure 
drugs and chemicals, proprietary medicines of 
well-known value, also a full line of all the latest 
novelties in toilet articles, perfumery, sponge-s, 
cigars, etc. Mr. Draper is a thoroughly educated 
druggist, and makes a special feature of com- 
pounding physicians' prescriptions and family 
receipes carefully and accurately. He is also the 
proprietor and manufacturer of Draper's tooth- 
ache remedy, which eftects an instantaneous 
cure. He is aided in the business by two compe- 
tent and trained .■'ssistants, while the prices pre- 
vailing here are as low ,is those of any similar 
establishment in the city. 

Li, L. Fitts, Stair Builder ; Manufacturer of 
Rails, Balusters and Newels; Job Turning and 
Scroll Sawing done to order, Nos. 27 and 29 Taylor 
Street. — This is an old established concern, and 
has an honorable record covering a period of forty • 
two years. Mr. Fitts was born in Chardon, Mass., 
seventy years ago. His works comprise a two- 
story brick building, 25x120 feet in dimensions, 
and these are equipped with the most efiicient 
woodworking machinery, operated by steam 
power. From eight to twenty hands are employed, 
and the manufactures of the house embrace all 
kinds of stairs, plain and ornament;il rails, balu.s- 



ters, newels, etc., while every description of job 
turning and scroll sawing is done to order. This is 
the only concern in this line of business in the city, 
and the trade relations of the establishment extend 
for a radius of fifty miles. Liberality and a system 
of fair dealing hav? ever characterized the transac- 
tions of this house ; and the success which has 
attended it has been well earned. 

John Hamilton, Wholesale Dealer in Kero- 
sene and other Oils, Gasolene, Benzine, Spirits 
Turpentine, etc.. Commercial Row. — One of the 
first, and a noted house engaged in handling 
extensively a large variety of oils is that of Mr. 
John Hamilton of 51 & 53 Lyman Street. This 
is the most extensive concern in its line in the 
city. The business of this house was founded in 
1863 by the present proprietor, who has succeeded 
in building up a flourishing trade. The premises 
occupied comprise a brick building of two stories 
and basement, and covering an area of 50x100 
feet. Here is carried a very extensive stock of 
kerosene oils, including the celebrated astral oil, 
also machinery, manufacturers' and paint oils, gas 
oils, gasolene, benzine, spirits turpentine, etc. 
The house makes a specialty of kerosene oils, 
and has always in stock 115° standard white, 120° 
prime white, 150° water white and astral and 
other brands of highest safety oils. In these 
goods Mr. Hamilton conducts a large commission 
business, and he sells only to the trade and to 
large consumers. He handles a fine class of both 
illuminating and lubricating oils, and his trade 
relations cover a radius of seventy-five miles from 
Springfield, a large business being done in all 
parts of Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hamp- 
shire, Vermont, etc., receiving his supplies 
direct from the manufactures and refiners at their 
lowest pos.sible prices. Mr. Hamilton, who is a 
native of the old country, hails from Connecticut, 
and has resided in Springfield since 1839. 

Morgan, Grossman & Co., Manufacturers 
of Rubber Stamps, Stamp Goods, etc., opposite 
Depot, 227 Main Street. — One of the most promi- 
nent and enterpiising in their line is the tirni of 
Morgan, Crossman & Co., in this city. This 
industry was established in 1874, and the head- 
quarters of the concern are at No. 227 Main street, 
opposite the Union Depot, where the firm occupy 
commodious and w ell-appointed business premises. 
Their factory is located on Taylor Street, near 
Main street, and is furnished with steam power 
and mechanical appliances of all kinds used in 
the business. Messrs. Morgan, Crossman & Co. 
are general manufacturers of and dealers in rubber 
hand stamps and stamp goods of every descrip- 
tion. The firm's catalogue, copies of w hich may 
be had on application, contains a description aud 
list of the various goods made by lhe;n, and which 
includes rubber type, hand and self-inking stamps, 
ribbon stamps, numbering machines, check pro- 
tectors, embossing seal pres.ses, ink pots and other 
goods in great variety too numerous to mention. 
A number of skilled hands are employed, the 
house having a trade that extends to all parts cf 
the United States. The members of the firm are 
Messrs. Henry Morgan and Charles P. Cro.^sman. 
Mr. Morgan is a native of Lowell, and Mr. Cross- 
man of Amherst, Mass. Both gentlemen are 
thoroughly experienced and reliable business men. 



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S. C. Wai-riner, Insurance Agent, No. 70 
Wurthington Street, Wight's Block. — A well 
known and reliable insur.ince house in the city of" 
Springfield is that of jMr. S C. Warriner, whore 
presents and is the agent for ten millionaire com- 
panies besides some others whose assets do not 
reach to a million of dollars The principal com- 
panies represented at his agency are the Guardian 
Assurance, London ; Sun Fire Insurance of Lon- 
don ; National Fire Insurance, of Hartford ; Wash- 
ington Fire and Marine Insurance, of Boston ; 
American Fire Insurance, of New York city ; 
Orient Fire Insurance, of Hartford ; Westchester 
Fire Insurance, of New York ; American Fire 
Insurance, of Phil.adelphia ; Buffiilo German In- 
surance, of Buffalo, N. Y. ; New H.ampshire Fire 
Insurance, of Manchester, N, H. ; British-Amer- 
ican Assurance, of Canada ; also the popular 
Commerce Insurance, of Albany, N. Y. ; People's 
Insurance, of Pittsburg, Pa ; Union Insurance, 
of Philadelphia, Pa. ; Scottish Union and Na- 
tional Insurance, ol Edinburgh, Scotland ; Citi- 
zens' Insurance, of Pittsburg, Pa. ; and the 
Massachusetts Mutual Fire Insurance Company, 
of Boston ; which latter takes no notes and has 
the largest cash capital of any mutual company 
in the State. Mr. Warriner established thi.s 
house over a score of years ago, and since its in- 
ception has enjoyed a remarkably successful 
career. He has had many years of experience in 
this business, has the confidence of the entire 
community, and in the selection of risks he 
displays an ability and judgment which cannot 
help but be advantageous to the reliable com- 
panies he represents, while the rates are as low 
as at any other office, and great care is given to 
the equitable adjustment of losses, which are 
paid at this office. Mr. Warriner was bom in 
Mouson, this state. 

E. W. Clarke and Son, Seedsmen and 
Forists, Floral Decorations a Specialty, No. 311 
Main Street. — This house was established by the 
senior partner, Mr. E. W. Clarke, in 1870, since 
which period it has enjoyed a very liberal and 
influential pationage. In 1885 the son was 
admitted into the busine.ss as a partner. The 
premises occupied are spacious and commodious, 
consisting of two greenhouses ; one on M.iin street, 
and the other on Worlhington street, which are 
thoroughly equipped and supplied with every 
appliance and convenience necessary for the 
trade, which consists principally of cultivating 
seeds of the choicest varieties of flowers, pot 
plants and cut flowens, and a very handsomely 
fitted up store at .311 Main street. Their trade 
is vrj' large and extends throughout the New 
England States. They are also prepared to 
promptly furnish flowers in the most appropriate 
and ornaiuental devices, and in any quantity for 
balls, parties, receptions, weddings, funerals, etc., 
at the most reasonable prices. They also have 
a branch establishment at Eustis, Fla. In 
order to promptly fill all orders the firm gives 
employment to a number of skilled and profes- 
sional assistants. The individual members of the 
firm are E. W. Clarke and his son, C. E. Clarke, 
both natives of East Hamilton, this State, and 
thoroughly familiar with all the details of the 
business they are so successfully prosecuting. 



I Billiard Kepeating' Anns Cowipany. — 

; This company has taken a high position rapidly in 
furnishing the world with a superior class of re- 
peaters, carbines, hunting and target rifles for mili- 
tary, target and sporting use. The business of this 
concern was originated in 1882 under the style of 
the Bullard Kepeating Arms Association, and in 
1883 the present company was organized with the 
title of the Bullard Repeating Arms Company, and 
was incorporated with a capital of $500,000. Mr. 
George H. Ball, of Boston, is the president, and 
Mr. H. H, Bigelow, of Worcester, is the secretary 
and treasurer, Mr. S. K. Hiudley, manager. The 
company's works are located contiguous to the N. 
Y. & N. E. R. R., and near Stat« street, and com- 
prise a three-story brick building, 30x120 feet, 
annex 40x60 feet in dimensions, with separate 
buildings for engine house and boiler room. The 
factory is equipped with the finest class of machin- 
ery, which is operated by a 150 horse power steam 
engine. From seventy-five to one hundred hands 
have been employed in the various departments. 
The rifle made by this company is safe in use, the 
action being positive, nottlependent on springs; it 
can be fired with greater rapidity than any other 
rifie — twelve shots in five seconds ; it can be loaded 
either topor bottom, leaving the magazine full at all 
times for an emergency. The quality of work on 
the Bullard is pronounced by the best judges to be 
superior to any other repeating rifle in the world. 
The material used is of the best throughout, no iron 
or malleable iron being used. All the parts are of 
forged steel except the carrier, which is composi- 
tion or gun metal. Special care is taken in rifling 
and chambering the barrels. The company have 
a large trade in all parts of the Union and Canada, 
and do an export trade with Europe. 

Dearden & Noble, China, Crockery, Glass 
and Silver Plated Ware, Lamp Goods, Wooden 
Ware, etc., No. 309 Main Street.— This is a live, 
enterprising business hou.se, and was founded in 
1885, when it quickly jumped into popular favor, 
and now commands an extensive and constantly 
growing trade. The proprietors are Messrs. K. A. 
Dearden and Gordon Noble. Mr. Dearden is a 
native of Lowell, Mass., has resided in Springfield 
.since he was nine years of age, and formerly was a 
member of the firm of Harman & Dearden. Mr. 
Noble was born at Pittsfield, Mass. The premises 
occupied for the business comprise a salesroom, 
25x150 feet in dimensions, and a basement of equal 
measurement. The salesroom is very handsomely 
and attractively fitted up, and the stock carried is 
one of the most extensive and select to be found 
in the city. All goods are of the firm's own 
importation, or come direct from manufacturers. 
The stock embraces pottery and glassware of 
English, French, Dresden, Canton, and Faience 
manufacture; Fiench, Bohemian, Baccarat, Crys- 
tal, English and American table glassware; silver 
plated ware; lamps and lamp goods; Parian busts, 
statuettes, vases, etc.; wedding gifts in extensive 
variety; hotel and restaurant outfits; wooden 
ware of every description; and a general line of 
necessary and fiincy wares appertaining to this 
branch of trade. The house is represented among 
the retail dealers of Ma.ssachusetts, Connecticut, 
Vermont and New Hampshire by traveling sales- 



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Havves & Chapman, Attorneys-at-Law, 
Solicitors and Counsel in Patent Causes. Sprine- 
tield office, Agawam Bank Building. — In view 
of the attitude of the United States Supreme 
Court towards re-issued patents, as evidenced 
by recent decisions, too much importance can 
not be attiiehed by parties interested iu inven- 
tions to the careful and comprehensive prepara- 
tion of the original application and personal 
interviews with the attorney are very desirable 
for the inventor. The firm of Messrs. Hawes 
& Chapman, who have offices at Springfield and 
Holyoke, possess the best possible facilities for 
procuring patents, trademarks, and copyrights, 
and are very successful in establishing the claims 
of inventors and securing their rights according to 
the laws of the United States. No patent firm is 
better known at the Patent Office in Washington, 
and none can secure fairer treatment or more 
prompt consideration of their cases. Their prac- 
tice relates to the preparation of specifications and 
drawings, to the making out of caveats, assign- 
ments, re-issues, designs, and cases in interference; 
also, to securing the registration of trade-marks, 
labels and copyrights; to making preliminary ex- 
aminations as to the patentability of an invention- 
making searches in the office, and to every other 
item of service necessary to the successful prose, 
cution of the inventor's application down to the 
time the patent isgranted and issued by the office. 
All jjapers are prepared by them in a thorough, 
scientific and satisfactory manner, and are models 
of accuracy, wisdom and perfect understanding 
of the case in hand. The members of the firm are 
Messrs. H. K. Hawes and W. H. Chapman. Mr. 
Hawes has been in active practice since his admis- 
sion to the bar in 18(i6. His attention is given 
particularly to the prosecution and defense of in- 
terference and infringement suits. Mr. Chapman 
has been a member of the Examining Corps in the 
U. S. Patent Office for the past eight years, and 
resigned the position to enter this partnership. 

Hajlies & Co., Fashionable Tailors and 
Clothiers, No. 348 Main Street. — A house which is 
of the greatest importance to the community in 
furnishing those evidences of taste in dress that 
are represented in fashionable and well-fitting gar- 
ments, and which is the oldest and largest in the 
city, and which has ever been foremost in pro- 
moting the standard of elegance in gentlemen's 
attire, is that of Haynes «& Co., the fashionable 
tailors and clothiers, located in Haynes' Block, 
No. 348 Main Street. This house was founded in 
1850, by Mr. T. L. Haynes, who has ever since con- 
ducted the business as its sole proprietor under 
the above firm name. He occupies the ground 
floor and basement of one of the handsomest 
blocks in the city, elegantly fitted up with every 
appliance and convenience for the transaction of 
a large business, and metropolitan in all their ap- 
pointments. Here are displayed two separate de- 
partments — the ready-made and the custom de- 
partment. All sorts and conditions of men can 
here be suited with clothing and at prices which 
will meet the needs and the means of all classes. 
The house is well known for the marked good 
taste displayed in the selection of its stock of 
ready-made clothing, which is unsurpa.ssed in the 
city for quality and style, giving customers am pie 
assortments from which to choose, for either bus- 



I iness or dress suits. The goods comprise all 
grades and sizes for men, youth, boys and chil- 
dren. The custom department is finely stocked 
with both domestic and imported labrics, includ- 
ing broadcloths, cassiraeres and suitings, from the 
best looms of Euiope and America, in stripes, 
plaids, checks, and mottled, all of which are made 
up to order in the latest fashion and at fair and 
reasonable prices. A large and infiuential trade 
is enjoyed, which extends for a radius of 150 miles 
outside the city. From sixty to one hundred 
hands are employed, and the work turned out 
speaks for itself in all cases. Mr. Haynes is a 
Massachusetts man born and bred, who by yeais 
of enterprise and well-balanced commercial 
methods has gained a pre-eminence in his line of 
trade, of which he has just reason to be proud. 

S. F. Men-itt, Originator and Patentee, 
Eye-Glass Holders and Eye-GIass Chains, in all 
Styles and (Qualities, No. 181 Main Street. — Mr. 
S. F. Merritt is a native of Orange County, N. Y., 
and since 1850 has resided in Springfield. For 
fifty j'ears he has followed his present trade, and 
since 1867 he has been established in business on 
his own account. He is the originator and paten- 
tee of eye-glass holders and eye-glass chains, and 
these he manufactures of every quality of metal 
and in the most unique and novel designs. For 
the purposes of his bu.siness he occupies 25x60 
feet space on the upper floor of the building. 
Machinery especially constructed for the busi- 
ness is operated by steam power, and ten skilled 
and experienced work people are permanently 
employed. In his particular line of manufac- 
tures Mr. Merritt has established a wide reputa- 
tion for the excellence of his goods and built up 
a patronage with the jobbing trade that extends 
throughout the United States and Canada. His 
prices are fair, his methods enterprising, and Mr. 
Merritt is a gentleman of energy and talent and 
thoroughly familiar with his business. 

Tiiikliam & Rogers, Carpets, Drapery and 
Upholstery Goods, No. 430 Main Street. — Among 
the most prominent of the recently established 
business houses in this city that conducted by 
Messrs. Tinkham & Rogers must be given a fore- 
most position. The members of the firm, Messrs. 
F. M. Tinkham and W. G. Rogers, are both 
natives of Massachusetts, and are widely known 
as gentlemen of integrity, honor, and sterling 
business capability. They formed their copart- 
nership and founded their present establishment 
in January of the present year, and have already 
acquired an excellent line of custom, and built up 
a good city and country trade which is steadily 
increasing. Their fine store covers an area of 
20x120 feet, and an L of 20x!0, with basement 
of same size, and large work room on second floor. 
The store is excellent iu all its appointments and 
contaius a superb stock of carpets, drapery and 
upholstery goods of all kinds, window shades, 
bedding, table linens, etc., etc. The goods are all 
of a very superior nature, are very attractively 
displayed, and better value than these goods 

! represent was never given for the prices at which 
they may be obtained. The firm employ three 
clerks aud give their own personal attention to 

I all the operations of their establishment, and thus 

■ insure .satisfactiou. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



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Spring-field Cigar Manufacturing- Co., 

Nos. 18 to 32 Hampden Street. — The leading cigar 
manufacturing house in this city is that named in 
the caption of this article; indeed the Springfield 
Cigar Manufacturing Co. has gained a widespread 
reputation and a large sale for its goods. The 
business of this concern was founded in 1883 
under the firm style of Baer & Carruth, at Nos. 
525 and 527 Main Street. In 188.') the business i 
was removed to its present location. The title 




of the concern was changed to that of the Spring- 
field Cigar Manufacturing Co. The proprietors 
are Me,ssrs. G. Baer, J. W. Carruth and F. J. 
Carruth. Mr. Baer is a native of Springfield and 
the Messrs. Carruth were born in Boston. They 
are young, active, enterprising business men, and 
have built up a very prosperous business. Their 

factory premises cover eight city lots, embracing | of Court and Market Streets ; Oliver Marsh, 
an area of 160x100 feet. The factory itself is a j Proprietor. — For the past thirty-six years these 
three-story brick building, 160x20 feet in dimen- have been the leading and most popular livery 
sions. It is equipped with all necessary mechani- j and boarding stables in Springfield. They were 
cal appliances and conveniences for facilitating established in 1850 by Mr. Horace Scott, who 



Bai'ker & Barnes, Saw, Planing and Mould- 
ing Mill, Sash, Doors, Blinds, and all kinds of 
Turning, Winchester Park. — The well known 
establishment of Messrs. Barker & Barnes in 
the line of wood-working machinery occupies a 
prominent position. This house was originally 
established by the senior member of the firm for 
the purpose of manufacturing skate wheels and 
roller-skate woods, which was abandoned. Mr. 
Barnes was admitted into partnership, and the 
^ product was changed to the 

1_^ manufacture of sash, doors, 

blinds, mouldings, flooring 
and all kinds of wood turn- 
ing. The premises occupied 
comprise a substantial two- 
story brick building, 30x50 
feet in dimensions, fully 
equipped with the most 
modern machinery and ap- 
pliances driven by a steam 
engine of twenty-five horse 
power. A large force of skill- 
ed workmen are constantly 
I employed. The products of 
this concern are in constant demand on account 
of the excellence of material and fine workman- 
ship. The individual members of the firm are 
F. W. Barker, a native of Vermont, and F. A. 
Barnes who was born in Brookfield, Mass. 

Henry & Marsh, Hampden Stables, Corner 



the operation of the business of the concern. The 
firm manufacture the finer and medium grades of 
cigars, and make specialties of " K. of L.," (5c.) 
"Straw Tips" (5c.) and the celebrated "G B" 
brands, (10c.) for which they have a large and 
growing trade throughout the entire country. 
Fair dealing, combined with ample facilities, has 
placed this house in a prominent position, and 
gained for it a large and growing business. 



Henry W. Pearl, Dealer in Rags, Paper 
Stock, Cotton Waste, and all kinds of Book, News, 
Manila, Wrapping and Sheathing Paper, Nos. 3 
and 4 Commercial Row, near the Depot. — An old- 
established and successful house which has 
gained distinction in the handling at wholesale 
ot paper making materials and paper is that of 
Mr. Henry W. Pearl. Mr. Pearl is a native of 
Berkshire county, in this State, and for the past 
forty years has resided in Springfield, where he is 
widely known, very popular and highly esteemed 
both for his business ability and enterprise and 
for his many eminent social qualities. His 
premises comprise a three-story brick building, 



was succeeded in the proprietorship by Messrs. 
Smith, Henry & Co., then by Mr. Tim. Henry, and 
next by Messrs. Henry & Marsh. In December, 
1884, Mr. Tim. Henry died and the business 
has since been conducted under the old firm 
style of Henry & Marsh, by the surviving partner. 
Mr. Oliver Marsh, who is a native of Hartford, 
Conn., but has resided in Springfield since 
early boyhood. The stables comprise two build- 
ings. One of these, a two-story frame build- 
ing, is 40x100 feet in dimensions; and the other 
is a two-story brick building, 50x100 feet in 
measurement. In each building the horses are 
located on the first floor and the carriages 
on the second. There is accommodation for 
fifty horses and one hundred carriages, and the 
stables are neatly and cleanly kept, well drained 
and thoroughly ventilated and lighted. Mr. 
Marsh takes horses to board by the day, week or 
month, and every care and attention is given 
them. He has always on hand for hire hand- 
some coaches, landaus, coupes, etc., which are 
modern in style and in charge of competent 
drivers. A specialty is made of supplying car- 
riages for weddings, funerals, etc., and, as the 
with a frontage of 25 feet and a depth of 60 feet; stables are connected by telephone call 13, all 



and he also occupies the two upper floors, each 
25x60 feet in dimen.sions, of the adjoining build- 
ing, and employment is furnished to several 
hands. Mr. Pearl carries an immense stock of 
page, paper stock, cotton waste, and all kinds of 
book, news, Manila, wrapping and sheathing 
paper. The business relations of the house extend 
to all parts of the New England States. 



orders receive prompt attention, whether for day 
or night service, at most reasonable prices. Some 
of the finest turnouts in this section are the prop- 
erty of this stable and reflect great credit upon 
the judgment and enterprise of the proprietor. 
Mr. Marsh is an excellent judge of horses and is 
known as an authority in everything pertaining 
to them. 



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CITY OF SPBINQFIELD. 



\V. H. Lewis Co., Hack, Livery, Board- | 
ins and Sale Stables, Main and Franklin Streets. — | 
Tliisisthe largest enterprise of its kind in SprinK- 
field. It was fonnded in 1874 by Messrs. Lewis 
&. Lombard, and continued under their joint man- 
ageraent until the Spring of the present year, when 
Messrs. W. H. Lewis & Co. succeeded to the entire 
management. The stables are located at the 
corner of Main and Franklin streets, an eligible 
situation, and being connected with telephone, all 
orders through which are promptly attended to, 
the stables are as conveniently located as could be 
desired. Messrs. Lewis & Co., conduct a general 
hack, livery, feed, boarding, and sale stable busi- 
ness, and also are extensive dealers in carriages, 
wagons, sleighs, and horses. The premises occu- 
pied comprise a two-story brick building 40x150 
feet in dimensions, and a one-story high frame 
building 25x100 feet in area. The premises are 
divided intodift'erent departments, comprising the 
horse stables, carriage rooms, business office, and 
hay and feed storerooms. The entire stables are 
fitted up in admirable style and are always kept 
in the best of order and faultlessly clean condition. 
There is ample accommodation for taking care of 
eighty hor.ses and one hundred carriages. The 
firm keep for hire at the disposal of the public at 
reasonable terms three hacks, four cabs, thirty- 
five light wagons, and fifty-four horses, all in 
piime condition. Horses are boarded by the day, 
week or month, at most reasonable rates, and 
have the best of care and attention, careful grooms 
being in constant attendance. Over fifteen hands 
are given employment in the various departments. 
The carriage repository of this firm is an especial 
feature which they keep in standard condition. 
It contains about seventy-five light carriages, 
wagons, buggies, etc., all of the best grades of 
manufacture. These are ofiered for sale at prices 
that are real bargains. The members of the firm 
are Messrs. A. H. G. Lewis and his nephew, W. 
H. Lewis, both natives of Massachusetts. Both 
gentlemen are widely and popularly known in this 
community and have an unblemished reputation 
for square and honorable dealing. 



Julien & Co., (Successors to the Springfield 
Electric Co.), Dealers in Electric Gas Lighting 
Apparatus and all kinds of Electrical Supplies, No. 
5 East Court Street. — This house was established 
in 1881 by the Springfield Electric Company, 
which in October, 1885, disposed of the business 
to Mr. N.P. Julien, a young, enterprising bu.siness 
man, and a native of the Province of Quebec. 
He is an accomplished electrician of considerable 
experience, and his business premises are equipped 
with all necessary manufacturing appliances ot the 
most improved kind. This is the largest estab- 
lishment of its kind in the city, and a staff of five 
experienced and competent workmen are em- 
]iloyed. A large stock of electrical appli.ances is 
always kept on hand, including every description 
of battery, electric bells, house and hotel annunci- 
ators, burglar alarms, speaking tubes, mercurial 
fire alarms, electric watch clocks, jump spark sys- 
tem for lighting churches, stores, theatres and all 
public buildings. These are promptly fitted up 
where desired, private residences furnished with 
lectric gas lighting and electric bells, and esti- 
mates furnished on application. 



H. M. Siuith, Commission Broker, Rooms 4 
and 5 Wilson's Block, No 432 Main street, opposite 
Kepubliean Building. — In making mention of 
the more prosperous and successful comnii.ssion 
brokers of Springfield the name of Mr. H. M.Smith 
is entitled to prominence. He isanative of this 
city and though he founded his enterprise as late 
as March, 1886, he has had a wide range of experi- 
ence in dealing in stocks, bonds, margins on grain, 
etc., and is known as a successful and shrewd oper- 
ator in these lines. Mr. Smith has handsomely 
furnished offices, which are connected by a direct 
wire with New York city. He represents I he well- 
known firm of Doran & Wright, of No. 10 Wall 
street. New York, and buys and sells on margin 
orfor cash, stocks, grain, provisionsand petroleum, 
in small or large lots. Hereceivesdaily by private 
leased wires the latest financial news, etc., from 
New York and Chicago, and also stock and grain 
letters. He is therefore kept posted on all the 
changes in the leading markets of the country. 
His commission charges are as low as those of any 
other broker, and he makes it a special feature in 
his business to efi'ect settlements promptly the 
next morning after transactions have been closed. 
This is a representative house, and one whose influ- 
ence is widely felt and acknowledged. 

American Bicycle Co., Bicycles and Tri- 
cycles. — It is less than a decade since the first 
American built bicycle was turned out by the 
Pope Manufacturing Company, and to-day their 
productions have a world-wide celebrity. The 
principal headquarters for their machines in this 
city is at the American Bicycle Company's estab- 
lishment, of which Mr. M. D. Gillett is the worthy 
proprietor. Mr. Gillett, who is a native of Col- 
chester, Conn., founded his present business in 
1880 and has built up a first-class, thriving trade. 
He is general agent for Western Mas.?achusetts 
for the famous Columbia bicycles made by the 
Pope Manufacturing Co., and bicycle and tricycle 
furnishings of all kinds. He also sells the Star 
bicycles, and attends to repair work of all kinds. 
He gives employment to three hands and occupies 
a fine store 25x60 feet in dimensions and a large 
workshop. He carries a complete stock of bicycles, 
tricycles, and bicycle sundries of all kinds con- 
stantly, and makes a specialty of repairing and 
nickeling. 

"Win. H. Dexter, Real Estate "' Agency, 
Office, No. 3 East Court Street. — As a reliable and 
successful real estate and insurance agent Mr. 
Wm. H. Dexter is most prominent, and at all 
times he is prepared to execute the commissions of 
his clients promptly and to their satisfaction. 
The business controlled by him was fir.st fonnded 
in 1873, by Andrew Titus, the latter gentleman 
being succeeded on August 1, 1885, by Mr. Dexter, 
who was connected with the business of Mr. Titns 
for eight years. Mr. Dexter is a native of Hard- 
wick, Worcester county, Mass., and has had 
ample experience of a valuable nature. While 
conducting all branches of the business he pays 
particular attention to renting property and col- 
lecting rents. He superintends the management 
of property at reasonable rates of commission, 
and makes prompt returns. A highly proficient 
and honorable gentleman in this business, Mr. 
Dexter can always be depended upon. 



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F. B. Wilder, Wholesale and Ketail Dealer 
in Dress Trimmiogs, liuttous, Hosiery, Gloves, 
Underwear, Fancy Dry Goods and Novelties, 
Laces. Corsets, Small Wares, Yarns, Felts, etc., 
etc.. No. 344 Main Street.— One of the best known 
and most enterprising business men in the city is 
Mr. F. B. Wilder. This business .was first estab- 
lished by Messrs. Brine & Norcross, in 1884, who 
Mere succeeded by Mr. Wilder. This gentle- 
man is a native of Boston, and is a thoroughly 
experienced business man. His handsomely 
fitted-up establishment covers an area of "25x70 
feet, and is attractively furnished throughout. It 
has two flue show windows, in which at all times 
may be seen exhibited a tastel'ul display of sujier- 
ior good.s. The store is supplied with the Mar- 
tin cash system, which is operated by water 
power. The store is filled with a heavy stock of 
goods comprising an e.xhaustive assortment of 
fancy dry goods and novelties, dress trimmings, 
buttons, hosiery, gloves, underwear, laces, corsets, 
small wares, yarns, felts, etc., etc.. Including all 
the latest styles and fashionable novelties. A 
force of about twenty-five hands are employed in 
the various apartments. All customers receive 
polite aud satisfactory attention and are always 
delighted with the remarkably low prices at 
which all the goods are marked. Mr. Wilder 
carries on both a wholesale and retail trade, and 
has a large city and country patronage. He has 
made an enviable reputation for himself by being 
pleasant, prompt, reliable, and honorable in all 
his dealings. 

Barr's Dining- Rooms, No. 384 Main Street. 
— For twenty-three years this has been one of the 
leading establishments iu its line in New England. 
It was founded in 1863 by Mr. E. C. Barr, who, 
in 188J, took into partnership his son, Mr. George 
E. Barr. Both these gentlemen are natives of 
Oakham, Mass., and the visitor to their magnifi- 
cently appointed dining rooms readily appre- 
ciates the fact that both father and son know 
their business thoroughly and that they leave 
nothing unattended to that will in any way 
add ti> the entertainment and comlbrt of their 
guests. The basement, which has an area of 
25x100 feet, serves as kitchen and bake shop, and 
here are produced the finest domestic bread, fancy 
cakes, superior ice cream, and hot dainty dishes 
for the tables. On the first floor is the retail 
store, and at the rear of this is a magnificently 
appointed dining room. On the second floor is a 
private dining saloon comprising two rooms. It 
is unmistakably the handsomest establishment 
in its line in the city. Twenty-six hands are 
employed. The firm make a specialty of catering 
to weddings and other parties, and in all matters 
they may be relied upon for performing their 
duties to the letter. 

Henry Clark, Fire and Marine Insurance 
Agent, No. 266 Main Street. — Prominent among 
the fire and marine insurance agents of this city 
is Mr. Henry Clark, who for the pa.st quarter of a 
century has been one of the leading insurance 
agents in Springfield. And we may say that per- 
sons seeking to place insurances upon their pro- 
perty will obtain entire satisfaction in the 
transaction of business through him, and that 
celerity in the adjustment of lossesand the settle- 



ment of all claims justly incurred may be im- 
plicitly relied upon. He is the representative of 
the Liverviool aud Lond.on and Globe, England .; 
Phojnix, Hartford ; Imperial, England ; Northern- 
England ; Norwich Union, England ; Lancashire, 
England ; Scottish Union, Edinburgh ; The Lyon, 
London ; Hamburg-Bremen, Germany ; City of 
London, England ; New York Bowery, New 
York ; yEtna, Hartford ; Ivochester German. 
Particular attention is given to placing all kinils 
of manufacturingproperty, business blocks, dwell- 
ings, and marine risks, at current rates. The 
house writes its own policies on behalf of the 
various companies heretofore mentioned, and 
adjusts all losses ujion the some independent 
basis, assuming all risks aud paying all proper 
claims without the delay usually attendant upon 
the transaction of ordinary agencies. Mr. Clark 
is a native of Amherst, Mass., and is one of our 
most popular citizens. 

William W. Richards, Manufacturer of 
Blinds, Sashes, Doors, etc., Liberty Street. — The 
business of this establishment was founded in 
1867 and since then has increased to proportions 
of importance. The premises comprise the second 
and third stories of a three-story brick building, 
each 25x60 feet in dimensions. The mill is well 
supplied with sawing, moulding and other wood- 
working machinery, all of which is of improved 
design, and is operated by steam power. One 
specialty of manufacture includes blinds, sashes, 
and doors. Another specialty is made of veneered 
handwork, to order, executed in the best style of 
workmanship. The trade of this house is large, 
extending throughout the city, also to Hartford, 
New Haven, and other cities near Springfield. 
The head of this enterprise, Mr. Kich^.rds, is a 
native of this state, having been born at Green- 
wich. He is a gentleman thoroughly familiar 
with the business in which he is engaged, takes 
an active part in all its practical details, is pre- 
pared to compete with any in ofl'ering substan- 
tial advantages to the trade and is highly esteemed 
as being prompt, reliable, and liberal in all his 
operations. 

Marsh & Murray, Dealers in Lumber. 
No. 99 Lyman Street. — This house was founded 
.\pril 1, 1879, by the present proprietors, Mr. 
W. S. Marsh, who is a native of Sunderlandj 
Mass., and Mr. C. O. Murray, who was born iu 
Nashua, N. H. The facilities of the firm 
embrace an office, 25x25 feet in dimensions, and 
two yards, one of which has an area of 200x100 
feet and the other a capacity of 100x50 feet. 
The yards are located contiguous to the Boston 
and Albany railroad, from which a switch track 
runs into the yard, thus aflbrding every con- 
venience for the receipt, handling and shipment 
of lumber, etc. The firm carry constantly in 
stock about 1,500,000 feet of hard and soft lum- 
ber, together with large quantities of lalh, 
shingles, etc. They handle all kinds of long 
and short Eastern and Western lumber, and are 
prepared to furnish lumber in any dimensions 
or shape to order. Besides filling orders from 
the stock on hand, the firm make shipments 
from the mills, 'i he trade of the concern extends 
throughout the city and adjoining coanties being 
large and steady. 



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CITY OF SPRINGFIELD. 



F. L. (jTlluil, General Western Railroad 
and Steamship Ticket Office, No. 241 Main 
street, opposite Massasoit House. — In the various 
dopartmeuts of industry in the city, that con- 
ducted by Mr. F. L. Gunn, on Main street, 
is deserving of special notice. It is the only 
railway and steamship ticket office dealing with 
all the priucipal railways in the country and 
the chief ocean steamship lines in the city. The 
business was founded in 1861 by the present pro- 
prietor. Subsequently he formed a partnership 
under the firm style of Stoddard & Gunn, then as 
Gunn & Merrill. The latter partnership was dis- 
solved in 1876, ami since then the business has 
been conducted by Mr. Gunn alone. He is a 
native of Connecticut, is well known throughout 
the district and is esteemed for his upright busi- 
ness character. He occupies a store, 25x75 feet in 
dimensions, and this is very tastefully fitted up 
and admirably arranged for business. Mr. Gunn 
deals largely in toys and baby carriages, but the 
leading feature of his business is the sale of rail- 
way tickets and passages on the ocean steamers, 
etc. Of the ocean steamship lines he represents 
tho State, Cunard, Anchor and Monarch lines ; of 
coastwise steamers, the Mallory line, the Ocean 
Steam.ship line, the Charleston, Old Dominion and 
International lines. He is the agent for the Bos- 
ton & Albany Railroad, the Pennsylvania Rail- 
road, the Western Railroad and all the lines run- 
ning South and West. 

Chas. E. Maxfield, Manufacturer, Whole- 
sale and Retail Dealer in Elegant Furniture, 
Upholstery Goods, Mattresses, etc., 101 and 103 
East Bridge Street. — In the city of Springfield no 
house takes a higher position in the manufacture 
a'ld sale of fine furniture and upholstery goods 
than that of Mr. Chas. E. Maxfield. This house 
was established in 1864, by Messrs. Colton & 
Maxfield, and, after some changes in the name of 
the firm, the present proprietor assumed sole con- 
trol in 1876. The premises occupied for manufac- 
turing and trade purposes comprise an entire 
building, built of brick, and containing four floors 
and basement, 50x95 feet each. The building is 
systematically divided into salesrooms, warerooms, 
cabinet making, upholstering and bedding depart- 
ments, in which steady employment is furnished 
to eighteen persons. The stock of goods embraces 
fine and medium furniture, upholstery goods, mat- 
tresses and bedding of all kinds, embracing chamber 
sets, parlor sets, dining-room, hall and library 
furniture, aud innumerable special pieces in rare 
and costly materials. A leading specialty is made 
of the manufacture to order of all kinds of artistic 
furniture. The commonest materials, when used 
by this house, assume unique and pleasing shapes 
in unity both with the modern and the antique. 
Much of the ware is matchless for costly elegance 
and tasteful composition, while the diversity of the 
stock is such as to make it impossible to enumerate 
all the different styles. The trade of the bouse is 
large aud active in the city and for a radius of 
fifty miles outside. The lowest prices invariably 
prevail. Mr. Maxfield is a Massachusetts man 
born and bied, and of high .standing in the citv. 
He is in the prime of life, possesses every possible 
qualification for the successful prosecution of 
his business, and his prosperity and popularity 
are the just tribute to his ability and integrity. 



Massasoit Ho«lse, Main street: W. H. 

Chapiu, proprietor. — There are few persons who 
have visited the enterprising city of Springfield 
during the past forty-three years to whom the Mas- 
■'asoit Hou.se is not known. For that period it has 
aflbrded excellent entertainment and home like 
comforts to guests at moderate charges. In every 
way the Massasoit is a representative establish- 
ment, and has ever the best of accommodation, the 
best of fare, the best of service, and it renews on 
its register year after year prominent citizens, 
tourists, business travelers, etc. Thelocition of the 
Massasoit is absolutely eligible and central. It is 
situated immediately contiguous to the railroad sta- 
tions, and no hack service is needed to reach it. 
Erected in 1843, the hotel has since been twice 
considerably enlarged, so that it is now three 
times its original size. The interior appointments 
of this noted hostelry are of the most luxurious 
character, and fully in keeping with its wide- 
spread reputation. The proprietor, Mr. W. H. 
Chapiu, spares no pains or expense to keep it up 
to the highest standard of excellence. The sleep- 
ing rooms are spacious and airy, furnished with 
hot and cold water and all modern conveniences, 
and they are unexcelled by tho,se of any other 
hotel in the country. The parlors, dining-room, 
etc., are superbly fitted up and furnished, and the 
office is a cheerful, inviting part of the hotel. The 
sanitary arrangements are of the most perfect 
character, and there is thorough ventilation 
throughout. It is in every respect a perfect estab- 
lishment, the able proprietor bringing vast practi- 
cal experience to hear in every department. This 
house is noted tor it excellent cnsine. The cater- 
ing for it is conducted upon a basis of liberality 
that ensures only the best and rarestof everything 
that the markets aftbrd. The proprietor is person- 
ally very popular with the guests. The present 
proprietor, Mr. W. H. Chapiu, who is a nephew of 
the founders ofthe hilt el, Messrs. M.&E. S. Chapin, 
and who has been connected with the house for 
the past ten years, succeeded to the proprietorship 
on July 1,1886. Heisanaiive of Massachusetts, 
and in his hands the house will maintain itshigh 
reputation. The house has 135 rooms, and there 
are bathrooms on each floor. There are two din- 
ing-rooms, one with a capacity for seating 150 and 
the other 80 guests. The charges are $3.00, 3.50 
aud 4.00 perday. Rooms with bath |5.00 per day. 

L/Cete, Pudan & Co., Jobbers and Manu- 
facturers' Agents lor Buttons, Braids, etc.. No. 91 
Worthington Street. — One of the best known 
firms engaged as jobbers and manufixcturers' 
agents forhnttons, braids, etc.. is that of Messrs. 
I,eete, Pudan & Co., of No. 91 Worthington .ofreet. 
The members of the firm are Messrs. T. W. I.eefe 
who was born in Connecticut, and F. M. Pudan, 
who is a native of England. This concern ivms 
founded in the Fall of 1S85. and ihe prtmisrs 
occupied consist of a fine office and salc^nw ni. 
Both members of the firm are y<'Ung, enterprisins; 
business men, and were formerly engaged in i he 
line of manufactures they now handle Thiy 
hiindle the yoods of these lines for the largest and 
most popular manufacturers in the county. In 
buttons, braid and small wares their stock is 
always complete, containing the latest novelties 
and newest styles, and these are sold at bottcn» 
prices. 



LEADING MERCHANTS AND MANUFACTURERS. 



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The Belcher & Taylor Agricultural 
Tool Company, BuUard's Improved Hay 
Tedder a Speciality. W. P. McFarland, Pres- 
ident ; Geo. S. Taylor, Agent.— The present 
age is undoubtedly one of great progress. 
Perfection is rapidly approachicg in every 
article of raanulacture. and nowhere is this 
more clearly to be seen than in the pro- 
duction of agricultural implements. In this 




shellers, harrows, pulverizers, trucks, 
•wheelbarrows, whiffletrees, etc. These 
implements, without undue disparage- 
ment of the productions of other first- 
class makers, are unsurpassed for 
quality, utility, workmanship, finish 
and general excellence. The Belcher 
& Taylor Agricultural Tool Com- 
pany makes a specialty of Bullard's 
Improved Hay Tedder. The Bullard 
is the only tedder made that has 
forks outside the wheels, conse- 
quently the wheels do not run over 
and press down grass that has been 
already tedded. Another advantage 
of this specialty is that, the wheels 
being much nearer together than 
those tedders having all the forks inside, the 
draft is greatly lessened while it is much more 
readily handled by a light horse. From the pecu- 
liarity of its construction the Bullard will never 
clog, even in the heaviest grass, as is often the 
case with revolving tedders. The tedders of 
this responsible company are made of the best ma- 
terials, with bearings nicely turned and fitted 
and interchangeable parts, being firm, strong 
and durable,while they never fail to give entire sat- 
isfaclion. There are ten times as many of these 
splendid tedders in use as those of all other makers 
combined. It will be apparent that the greatest care 
and scientific researches of years have been exer- 
cised to bring the special ties of this representative 
company to theirpresent point of perfection, they 



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connection, special attention is directed to (he 
reliable and progi-essive Belcher & Taylor Agri- 
cultural Tool Company. This business was 
established in 18.5-2 bv Mr. Bildad B Belcher, who 
conducted it till ISti.S, when he was succeeded by 
Messrs. Belcher & Taylor Eventually, in 1864, 
it was duly incorporated with a paid up capital of 





J.W.OOO, since which date it has obtained a lib- 
eral anil influential patronage in all .sections of the 
U liti'd States and Canada. The present oflicers of 
llie company are: W P. McFarland, president; 
,Ta-< E. Taylor, secretary ; Geo. S. T;iylor agent 
ami 1 reasurer. In reyaril to the general business of 
the coin|) iiiv, it may be stated briefly toconsistof 
the in iniUactnie and sile of hay, straw and stalk 
cutters, haying tools, hor.se hoes, plows, root or 
vegetable cutters, tobacco tools, cultivators, corn- 



are adapted to all kinds of service and have no 
superiors in the American or European markets. 
They also make a specialty of the Yankee swi- 
vel plow, which works perfectly on side hill or 
level, also the ''National Reversible Sulky Plow," 
which is one of the most wonderful inventions of 
the age and the'Oneonta Clipper Reversible Plow," 
which is the only plow in the world with shift- 
ing handles, and was awarded the first premium at 
the gieat plow trial held at Pittsfleld, Mass., Sep- 
tember 10th, 1885. The National rake and 
National steeled metal plows are also manufac- 
tured by this company and are prime favorites 
with farmers everywhere. The premises occupied 
lor manufacturing purposes are very spacious and 
commodious, and are equipped with all modern 
tiiols, appliances and machinery known to the 
trade. The machinery is operated by water power 
and an eighty-horse power steam engine, while 
one hundred and forty experienced mechanics 
and operatives are employed in the various 
departments. The officers of the company are 
held in the highest estimation for their hw,\- 
ess ability, integrity and enterprise, and fully 
merit the signal success achieved by them in thi<! 
important industry. 



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CITY OF SPRINGFIELD. 



I,. S. Stowe, Jewelers, No 360 Main Street. 
— The largest and finest jewelry store in the 
city is that of L. S. Stowe. This house was 
founded in 1863, by Mr. L. S. Stowe, whn 
has since conducted it in a most successful 
manner. The store is 25x100 feet in size, and 
very elegantly fitted up with staudine glass show 
case.";, and other fixtures. A very large stock 
is carried in dian^onds, watche.^ jewelry and 
silverware, and special effort has been made to 
preserve uniform excellence in quality and make. 
This has been made possible by the splendid con- 
nections of the house with manufacturers and 
dealers of the highest repute. In watches, clocks, 
bronzes, jewelry, and solid silver and plated 
ware, gold and silver ornaments, the a.ssortment 
\n nnequaled in the city. Precious stones of all 
kinds, including a choice supply of diamonds, 
distinguished for purity, beauty and perfect 
shape, are kept in abundance. All these goods 
have been selected with the greatest care and 
judgment, exhibiting a wide range in value, 
and calculated to meet the wants of the greatest 
possible number of buyers. Ample capital is 
employed in the enterprise; and it is a leading 
factor in the mercantile development of the city. 
The trade is large throughout New England and 
New York. Sevtn bands are employed in the 
store and several on the road, and the house is 
popular with all classes of buyers. Mr. Stowe 
is a native of Lancaster, Mass., a member of the 
National Jobbers' Association, and a represent- 
ative business man. 

Felix Bareille, Manufacturer and Wholesale 
Dealer in Harness, and Saddlery Goods, 39 Taylor 
Street. — An establishment which enjoys the 
unique distinction of being the only oneexcl.isvely 
engaged in this line of trade in Springfield, is that 
conducted by Mr. Felix Bareille. Occupying the 
entire first floor, which covers an area of 30x100 
feet, Mr. Bareille is carrying on an extensive in- 
dustry as a manufacturer of and wholesale dealer 
in harness and saddlery goods. He has been en- 
gaged in this enterprise since 1881 and during the 
intervening ti'iie has built up a trade that reaches 
from Maine to Oregon, his goods everywhere being 
in popular dem.ind. The exigencies of the trade 
demand the employment of six experienced work- 
men. The works are equipped with the finest 
machinery, the motive power being steam. Mr 
Bareille sells to the trade exclusively and man- 
ufactures everything u.sed in harness and saddlery 
goods. The products of his establishment are well 
known for their superior qualities Mr. Bareille, 
who is a native of South America, has resided 
in Sj)ringfield for fifteen years. He has had an 
experience of nine years at his present calling, 
and understands its every detail perfectly. 

W. S. Clark & Co., Wholesale and Retail 
Hats, Caps, Trunks and Bags, Men's Furnishing 
Goods, Main and Hampden Streets. — Prominent 
among the business houses of Springfield is that 
of Messrs. W. S. Clark & Co , whn conduct a gen- 
eral business in the line of trunks, bags, hats, 
caps, and men's furnishing goods. This house 
has an area of 40x75 feet, and is handsomely 
fitted throughout. No house in Springfield carries 
a better class of aoods or is better able to give 
bargains to its patrons. This establishment is 



one of the oldest in the city, having been founded 
in 1850 by Mr. G. H. Roberts. In 1860 Messrs. 
W. S. Clark & Co. succeeded to the management 
and have since been conducting a steadily increas- 
ing trade. Mr. W. S. Clark, the proprietor, is a 
native of Sand Lake, and has long been one of 
the most esteemed of the merchants of Spring- 
field. He gives employment to a corps of five 
competent assistants. Mr. Clark, it will be seen 
at once from his enterprise, has identified himself 
thoroughly with the industrial interests ot the 
community, and in the .special department of 
business to which he gives his al tention he stands 
pre-eminent and largely aids in fostering the 
general good. 

Richard Ivers, Hack, Livery, Boarding and 
Feeding Stable, between State and Stockbridge 
Streets. (Rear of Old Springfield Bank Building.) 
— One of the oldest established stables is that of 
Mr. Richard Ivers, who commenced business in 
1865. He has well arranged stables and wagon 
houses, and, in its present condition, his establish- 
ment is one of the best systematized in the city. 
The stable is a two-story brick building, another, 
one story high, being u.sed as a carriage house, 
while a third brick structure, one story high and 
20x15 feet in dimensions, is used as a business 
office. Mr. Ivers' stock consists of ten driving 
horses, two hacks, and seven light wagons, all 
of which are in the most thorough condition. He 
has accommodations for fourteen hor.ses and six- 
teen carriages, .and has first-cla.ss facilities for 
boarding and feeding horses. Good carriages 
with careful and experienced drivers can always 
be had at this stable, also horses, carryalls, 
etc. Particular attention is given to furnishing 
carriages for parties, weddings and funerals, and 
for conveying passengers to and from the cars. 
Mr. Ivers is a native of Ireland, has resided in 
this city for thirty-three years, and is one of 
Springfield's most respected citizens. 

Jobll A. Bxirr, Manufacturer and Dealer in 
Spring Beds, Pil low Sham Holders, Sewing Tables, 
Domestic Novelties, Clothes Racks, Pie Lifters, 
Ironing Tables, etc.. South Main Street. — This 
industry was founded in 1880 by Mr. George R. 
Wentworth, the firm becoming Wentworlh & 
Adams in December, 1885, and again coming into 
the entire control of Mr. Wentworth on July 1st 
of the last year. He was succeeded by Mr. 
John A. Burr in September, 1886. The industry 
is carried on in a commodious three-story brick 
building, 50x30 feet in dimensions. The pl.ace is 
supplied with every necessary convenience and 
mechanical implements, the machinery being 
operated by water power. A force of skilled 
workmen are employed in the various departs 
menis, and all the operations of the house are con- 
ducted in a systematic manner. Mr. Burr's spe- 
cialties in manufacture are domeslic novelties and 
conveniences for the household, including spring 
beds, pillow sham holders, sewing tables, clothes 
racks, pie lifters, ironing t.ibles, etc., etc., imd he 
has a trade that reaches all parts of Rhode Island, 
M.issachu.setts, New Hampshire, Connecticut, 
Maine, Vermont, and elsewhere. He carries on 
both a wholesale and retail trade. Mr. John A. 
Burr is a nat.ve of Enfiel.l, Mass., .and every way 
qualified for succeediug in this business. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



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Winslow B. Morse, Dealer iu Drugs, 
Medicines, Chemicals, Pointers' Supplies, etc., 
Main Street. — A representative of this time hon- 
ored and indispensable profession is Mr. Winslow 
B. Morse. This gentleman is a native of 0.\ford, 
Mass., is a graduate of the Rhode Island Pharma- 
ceutical Association and holds a certiHcate of 
the same, and is also a member of the Massachu- 
setts Pharmaceutical Association. He has been 
established in business in Indian Orchard since 
1871, and is one of the best known and most 
popular business men and residents in the village. 
He occupies two contiguous stores, each 25x40 
feet in dimensions, on Main street. One of these 
is devoted to the drug business and the other to 
the sale of dye woods, dye stuffs, oils, varnishes, 
and painters' supplies of every description. Both 
stores are very neatly fitted up and admirably 
arranged. The drug store is a model of attract- 
iveness, and the stock is always fresh, standard 
and reliable, and includes everything desirable in 
the line of drug^, chemicals and popular remedies, 
toilet and fancy articles, perfumery, fine sponges, 
pure wines and liquors for medicinal use, and in 
druggists' sundries generally. An important 
feature of the business is the compounding of 
physicians' prescriptions and family recipes, and 
this is performed with care and from the purest 
drugs. Mr. Morse also cirries the largest and 
most complete line of painters' supplies to be 
found in Indian Orchard, and the prices cannot be 
surpassed anywhere. The house is a pushing and 
enterprising one, and a success has been achieved 
that is fully merited. Mr. Morse was one of the 
founders of the Massachusetts State Pharmaceu- 
tical Association and has always been prominently 
identified with it from the date of its organization 
in 1882. 

H. K. Wight, Dealer in Flour, Grain, Feed. 
Coal, Wood, Baled Hay and Straw, Grass Seed and 
Agricultural Tools, Corner Pine and Worcester 
Streets. — In this branch of enterprise Mr. H. K. 
Wight has been successfully engaged for fifteen 
years and to-day he controls a very large trade 
both in the village and surrounding section of 
country. For the purpose of his business he oc- 
cupies a two-story frame building, 2.5x60 feet in 
dimensions, and at the rear of this a yard 200x300 
feet in area. In the yard are two large sheds (or 
the storage of coal, etc. The premises are owned 
by Mr. Wight. He carries a large stock of the 
best brands of flour, and an adequate supply of 
grain, feed, baled hay and straw, the best qualities 
of wood and coal, gra.ss seeds and a full assort- 
ment of agricultural tools of all kinds, and makes 
a special business of baling and shipping rye 
straw. This house is the most extensive in its 
line in Indian Orchard. All orders receive 
prompt attention and the prices and goods handled 
are such as to warrant a repetition of orders. 
Mr. Wight is a native of Massachusetts He has 
resided in Indian Orchard about fifteen years. 
He also owns and operates a grist mill at Ludlow, 
is part owner of several of the largest business 
blocks in the village, and is proprietor and mana- 
ger of Wight's Hall, which is neatly and tastefully 
fitted up for concerts and dramatic entertain- 
ments. He is also the authorized agent for the 
Phcenix, Hartford and Home Insurance Compa- 
nies. 



James H. Losee, Pharmacist, No. 146 
Main Street. — Prominent among the better class 
of drug stores in Indian Orchard is the popular 
pharmacy of Mr. James H. Losee, which was 
founded in 1877 by Mr. George D. Sheldon, who 
was followed by Mr. E. D. Chapman, who was suc- 
ceeded by the present proprietor, Mr. L «ee, in 
1883. The store, which is 25x60 feet in dimen- 
sions, is very attractive and the interior surround- 
ings indicate perfect oider. It is finely finished 
and contains a line of well selected drugs of the 
purest and finest qualities. Mr. Losee also keeps 
a general assortment of fancy and toilet articles, 
druggists' sundries, proprietary medicines, natural 
mineral waters, etc. Special attention is paid to 
the prescription department, all prescriptions 
being compounded with the greatest accuracy 
and from the purest and best drugs. Mr. Losee 
is a representative gentleman in his profession, a 
practical chemist, and is assisted by expert, polite 
and competent as.sistants. who are also graduates 
of pharmaceutical colleges. Mr. Losee is a native 
of Mechanicsville, N. Y. 

Indian Leap Hotel, No. 69 Main Street, 
Samuel Pease, Proprietor. — This hostelry was 
founded by its present proprietor, Mr. Samuel 
Pease, in the Spring of 1873, and it has the dis- 
tinction of being the leading hotel in the village. 
It is a three-story frame building, 75x75 feet in 
dimensions. On the first floor are the bar, ofiSce, 
billiard room, reading and writing room and din- 
ing room ; the bar and billiard room being 25x40 
feet in dimensions, and the dining-room having a 
capacity lor seating thirty guests. On the second 
floor is the ladies' parlor, and there are thirty- 
three .sleeping rooms, thoroughly ventilated, com- 
fortably furnished and provided with all modern 
conveniences, and connected by electric bells. 
The house throughout is cleanly and orderly 
kept, and the cuisine is of an excellent character, 
and attentive help are employed. The proprie- 
tor tries to make the house as homelike as pos- 
sible. The charge is $1.50 per day. Connected 
with the house is a livery stable, where first- 
class turnouts of every description may be had 
at reasonable rates. Mr. Pease is a native of 
Massachusetts. 

I>r. C. W. Gelineaii, Druggist. — This es- 
tablishment is one of the finest drug stores in the 
village. The business was established in 1883, 
and from the outset it has met with a marked 
and encouraging patronage. The store, which is 
25x40 feet in dimensions,is handsomely fitted np, 
the fixtures and show cases being elegant. Two 
clerks are employed. The stock is large and 
complete, embracing a full line of medicines and 
drugs of every description. Special attention is 
given to the compounding of physicians' prescrip- 
tions and family recipes. In toilet articles per- 
fumery and patent medicines is included every- 
thing in these lines of foreign and domestic manu- 
facture and preparation. Dr. Gelineau is a native 
of Canada and a graduate of the Medical College 
of Cincinnati, O. In connection with his diug 
business he practises as a phy.sician, and is very 
highly spoken of for his professional ability. This 
afl'ahle and courteous gentleman lacks no facility 
or qualification necessary to the faithful and suc- 
cessful prosecution of his business and profession. 



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CITY OF SPRINGFIELD. 



F. E. Howes, Wholesale Dealer in Meats, 
No. 86 LymaQ Street. — A prominent succe.ssful 
merchant in this city is Mr. F. E. Howes, whole- 
sale dealer and commission merchant in meats. 
Mr. Howes inaugurated the biLsiness of his hou.se 
on September 15, 1883, and has met with much 
success in his calling. His commodious business 
headquarters comprise a one-story building, 50x50 
feet in dimensions. The Boston & Albany rail- 
road has a track running past the rear of this 
building and Mr. Howes receives meat in refriger- 
ator cars direct from Chicago, and has every con- 
venience for handling. He carries on an exten- 
sive business as a wholesale dealer and commis- 
sion merchant in beef, veal, lamb and mutton, and 
enjoys a large patronage from the meat dealers of 
this city. Mr. Howes, who is a native of Plain- 
field, Massachusetts, is a young business man of 
much enterprise, and has met with a success that 
angurs well for his future prosperity. 

George H. GrOuld, Boarding and Livery 
Stable, No. 152 Worthington Street.— This busi- 
ness was founded iu 1883. The stables and car- 
riage repository are very spacious and commodi- 
ous, well lighted, drained and ventilated and free 
from noxious vapors. Mr. Gould has some of the 
best and most stylish equipages to lie seen in 
Springfield and a number of finely bred horses, 
■which can be hired for business or pleasure, night 
or day, on moderate terms. In the stock of horses 
■will be found those suitable for ladies or invalids' 



use, al.so others that are more speedy. He makes 
a specialty of boarding horses which receive the 
greatest care and attention from skilled and eflS- 
cient grooms. The stable will accommodate 
thirty-six head of horses and fifty carriagfs. He 
is also prepared to buy and sell horses on com- 
mission and makes a specialty of good Noithera 
horses of which he keeps a fine stock for sale. 
Mr. Gould is a native of this city. 

Robert Bahl, Manufacturer of all kinds of 
Office and East lake Furniture, No. 39 Taylor 
Street. — This gentleman occupies an entire floor 
30x100 feet in area, and is carrying on an exten- 
sive business as a manufacturer of French cabi- 
net, office and Eastlake furniture. He engaged 
in this enterprise in this city in 1869, first open- 
ing business at No. 10 Sanford street, and remoT- 
ing to his present address in 1884. Mr. Bahl is 
by birth a German, born in 1837, and has for 
thirty-five years been engaged in his present call- 
ing. He has had an extensive experience, having 
practiced his trade in Berlin, Paris, London and 
New York. His factory is supplied with fine 
machinery operated by steam power and pro- 
vided with every facility. He employs five hands 
and is enjoying a large and influential patronage. 
Mr. Bahl manufactures office, bedroom, and artis- 
tic dining-room and parlor furniture of all kinds. 
Mr. Bahl is the only practical furniture manufac- 
turer in the city, and, although without competi» 
tion, gives the trade the benefit of it. 



CITY OF HOLYOKE. 



THE YOUNG GIANT OF WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS— ITS STUPENDOUS WATER- 
POWER AND THE MANNER IN WHICH IT IS UTILIZED— THE 
RAPIDITY OP ITS GROWTH AND THE MAGNITUDE 
OP ITS DIVERSIFIED INDUSTRIES. 



The young and prosperous city of Holyoke, brisk, busy and vigorous, has no past tliat can be prop- 
erly dignified by the term history. It can celebrate no centennial, nor even a half-centennial. It has 
DO pathetic memorials of Indian assaults and massacres, no ancient landmarks tumbling into picturesque 
ruin and decay, no descendants of first families that li%-ed in the times which tried men's souls and 
bodies. True enougli, it liad an existence more than a century ago; the village was known as part and 
parcel of the old town of Springfield, subsequently of West Springfield, and just a round hundred years 
ago it was erected into the third parish of the town proper under the name of Ireland, or Ireland 
Parish. The site of it liad been known to the Indians in the days when they held undisputed sway 
here and hereabouts, and the falls of the "Quonektacut," as the rapids were called by them, were a 
favorite rendezvous and fishing ground. In excavating for the foundations of the mills and factories 
that now loom up along the river banks the Indian fireplaces were blotted out, and where aforetime 
flared the fitful flame of savage life and license now throbs the strong and steady pulse of machinery 
whose ingenuity and productions are at once the test and fruit of the brainiest civilization in the 
world. 

Granted that Holyoke has no history, yet lias it a wider name and vastly greater commercial im- 
portance than many towns whose historic perspective is dim, distant and eventful. Its birth and growth 
are peculiar to itself and have no parallel or counterpart in that of any city in the Uniim. They 
were an inversion of the order common to other towns and cities. It was not a place of residence first 
and of business afterward ; but, to all practical intents and purposes, it was a business venture, and its 
wonderful manufacturing resources are the palpitating centre around which its residence portion clusters 
and revolves. In every essential regard it is the most remarkable municipal example of deliberate 
Yankee grit and enterprise on the continent. 

The Project. 

Less than forty years ago Holyoke was unknown, and as to being, unsung — there was nothing to 
sing about. It was an insignificant New England hamlet. The soil of the country immediately around 
it was agriculturally unpromising and unproductive as compared with that which surrounded contiguous 
settlements, and there was apparently little or nothing to attract new-comers. Whether it ever occurred 
to any of its handful of inhabitants what a stupendous power was recklessly rushing past their doors, 
that only needed the bit and bridle with which human wit and wisdom break the wild forces of nature 
to human service, does not appear, and the rapid, untamed waters went on, as they had been going ever 
since the course was channeled for them, as though they were to go on in the same way forever. It would 
seem, however, that the enormous water-power here running to waste had cliallenged the attention of 
several New England business men to a greater or less extent for several years prior to that when its 
utilization was determined upon; but the cost of constructing a dam, even could one be built adequate 
to the intended purposes, was so great as to keep the project at bay. In the year 1831 nothing had been 
done save the erection of a small mill with its modest wing-dam. Nevertheless the eyes and hearts of 
some capitalists were set upon this spot, who presently determined that this unprecedented waste in the 
land of steady habits, where the frug ilities and economies of life were revered and practiced as cardinal 
virtues, must not and should not go on. 

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The Dam. 

In the summer of 1847, by direction of several gentlemen of substance who had become practicallj 
interested in the matter, measurement was made of tlie volume of water flowini; in the river at this point 
at low-water marli. This measurement gave six tliousand cubic feet per second, and a sum in simple 
arithmetic demonstrated tliat tliis was a thirty-thousand-horse power equivalent, or four luindred and 
fifty mill powers. A little more arithmetic was dune and tlie demonstration carried still further. From 
statistics of American manufactures it appeared that every one-thousand-horse power in operation pre- 
dicated an average population of five thousand persons, whether in cotton or other manufactures. Here, 
then, was a solid basis for profitable investment; the water-power of Lowell and Lawrence combined 
was not so great; capital and capitalists saw their opportunity, and in the following year, 1848, the first 
step on the direct line of actual business was talten by the formation and incorporation under State laws 
of the Hadley Falls Company. This was composed of Thomas II. Perlvins, George W. Lyman and 
Edmund Dwight, had a capital of $4,900,000, and was organized " for the purpose of constructing and 
maintaining a dam across Connecticut river, and one or more locks and canals, and of creating a water- 
power, to be used, etc." 

Worlc was at once begun, eleven hundred acres of land were purchased, the dam was constructed, 
and with it canals were dug, mills went up, streets were laid out, dwelling-houses built; but when the 
test was made the waters, as if angry at their would-be tamers and in revenge for the check upon their 
natural freedom, swept away the dam and jumped onward, unimpeded in their course, to the sound and 
the sea. Yankee pluck and energy were not to be bluffed in this way, however. Having determined 
to do sometliing, they meant to do it, and straightway set about the construction of a dam that would 
stay. It is here still, at the end of thirty-seven years, and likely to remain here, unless at some time 
the seismic forces that have recently been disturbing the soil and .souls of some parts of the South 
should pull themselves together and attempt the disintegration of a magnificent piece of work almost as 
invulnerable as the rocky ribs of the earth itself. 

The new dam was completed October 22d, 1849. This splendid e-xample of American enterprise and 
engineeringskill is one thousand and nineteen feet long, with a fall of sixty feet ; it has a base of ninety 
feet and lifts itself thirty feet above the original level of the river. Flanked by almost thirty thousand 
perches of solid masonry, it contains four million feet of large dimension sawn lumber, submerged and 
thus safe from decay. After a number of years the rocky bed just below the dam was found to be wear- 
ing away under the continual force of the falling water, and in 18G8 the apron was constructed. This is 
more solid and massive, if possible, than the dam of which it is an integral part and into which it is 
built, and was completed in 1870, at a cost of $2(53,000, by the Holyoke Water-Power Company, the 
successor to the franchises and property of the Hadley Falls Company. 

Canals. 

The series of canals is proportionate to the genius and magnitude of the vast scheme as a whole. 
Of these there are tliree, on as many different levels. The upper level canal begins on the river at a 
point opposite Maple street, with a width of one hundred and forty feet and a depth of twenty -two feet, 
runs in an easterly direction for one thousand feet, and then straight across the city for a mile. This is 
the main artery and tlie water supply for the upper tier of mills. Four hundred feet east from it and 
parallel with it for about one mile is the second canal, which at the end of this distance follows in the 
main the course of the river, some four hundred feet from it, around this section of the city for upward of 
a mile. This is the longest and most sinuous canal of the three. For two thousand feet it has a width 
of one hundred and forty feet, which gradually lessens to one hundred feet at either end ; its average 
depth is fifteen feet. This and the first canal are spanned by several graceful iron bridges. 

The third canal is three thousand five hundred and fifty feet long, one hundred feet wide, and ten 
feet deep, begins at the southern end of the second, and ends at a point near its other extremity. 

Mills on the upper level have a head and fall of twenty feet ; the difference between the second and 
third levels is twelve feet, and that between the marginal portions of these two and the river ranges 
from twenty-three to twenty-eight feet. The walls of the main canal throughout its entire length and 
those of many portions of the others are of solid stonework to the height of three feet above the water 
level. Three overfalls of cut granite, with proper waste-gates, permit the passage of the water from 
each canal to the next level, independently of the supply derived from the mills above. The inflow from 
the river and the outflow at the overfalls and waste-weirs are regulated, thus maintaining a imiforra 



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HOLYOKE WATEE-POWER COMPANY'S CANALS. 
Top View— First Level from Gate- House. Second View— Secoml Level from R. R. Bridge. Third View— Third LeveL 



234 CITY OF HOL YOKE. 



head in each canal, by a competent force of watchmen, who are on duty day and night. Whether the 
season be wet or dry, the time of spring fre-hets or summer droughts, with machinery in operation or at 
rest, the water-level in each canal is never allowed to vary an inch at any moment during the twenty- 
four hours. This stability is one of the most essential elements in the success of this magnificent enter- 
prise, and is in startling and cheerful contrast to the uncontrollable fluctuations common to ordinary 
mill supply. 

Location. 

The city of Holyoke is situated in Hampden county, in an elbow of the Connecticut river, about 
midway between Springfield and Northampton. It is an important station on the Connecticut River 
railroad and the terminus of the Holyoke and Westfield railroad. Across the Connecticut, on one side 
of the town, is South Hadley Fall.s, whose most important mills derive their water-power through a 
canal from the northern end of the dam, and opposite the other side is Chicopee, both places connected 
with Holyoke by bridges. The location is a commanding one, its railway facilities connecting it with 
the manufacturing system of New England, and rendering easily accessible all the principal points of 
supply and demand in the country. 

Manufactures. 

Incorporated as a town on March 14th, 1850, and a city April 7th, 1873, Holyoke is a sonnet in 
manufactures. Its projectors intended it for a manufacturing centre, and their intention is being 
realized in the fullest manner. They builded well and wisely. Under the stimulus of a rational and 
liberal policy on the part of the Holyoke Water-Power Company, capital, brains and skill have here 
reared a citj' young in years, but br.ave, sturdy and commanding in all the material fibres and elements 
that predicate commercial substance and success and hold a future within their grasp. The amount of 
capital invested in manufacturing and other business enterprises here is enormous; the energy, practical 
knowledge, and industrial skill exhibited in their management and operation are of the highest order. 
But great as is the present outcome of the splendid resources in hand, the development of these is still 
in its infancy. The growth of the city has been constant and rapid, its present pace is strong and 
healthy, and people who come here come for a purpose and to stay. In 1850 our population was 
two thousand two hundred and forty-five; in 1860, four thousand nine hundred and ninety-seven; in 
1870, ten thousand seven hundred and thirty-three; in 1880, twenty-one thousand nine hundred and 
sixty-one, and to-day it is closely crowding twenty-seven thousand. New mills, factories and work- 
shops are in course of erection all the time. Every year is adding to the aggregation of capital that 
here finds profitable investment, and to the army of skilled artisans whose deft hands win ample 
wage. The diversity of the manufacturing interests represented is remarkable, and covers a wide range 
of productions that is annually extending. These are distributed to every part of the globe. They 
consist chiefly in cotton goods of almost every description, such as sheetings, lawns, prints, ginghams, 
tickiner, shirtings, duck, w.arps, and similar staples; woolen and worsted fabrics, comprising fine beavers, 
doeskins, cassimeres, horse-blankets, etc., among the former, and alpaca lusters and poplins among the 
latter. Thread-of all grades is a large item, paper of every kind, from the commonest wrapping to tlie 
finest writing, is one of the heaviest, and in the line of silk fabrics, organzines, silk and mohair braids, 
and serges are conspicuous. A great variety of tools and machinery, iron and steel wire, lumber in 
numberless forms, wood pulp, files, cutlery, wood screws, etc., form another important group, and still 
another might include rubber, carriages, steam and gas-pipe, water motors and boilers. 

Within a few years the lumber trade has come to be very active and has assumed large proportions. 
Immense lumber drives are sent down the river from the thick forests on its headwaters, where the 
trees are felled during the winter. These logs are held in the booms above the dam, and furnish a cheap 
and convenient supply to the lumber mills in this section. 

Banks. 

From the vast extent of the business transactions, that of the banking facilities might be naturally 
divined. There are four national banks — the City, Hadley Falls, Holyoke, and Home — whose capital 
aggregates $850,000 and the united surplus almost half that amount. Besides these there are three 
savings institutions — the Holyoke, Mechanics', and the People's. 

Holyoke as a Home. 

Let no one imagine, however, that the city of Holyoke is simply the seat of a thirty-thousand- 
horse water power and numerous extensive aud flourishing manufactories. It is a delightful place in 



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which to live. The city is self-contained and complete in all those things that make life rational and 
worth the living. In building uji tlie great and prosperous business interests that have made it famous 
Its people have not been oblivious to t he significant moral and social demands created and imposed by New 
England civilization. The city is new without being raw— though there is much that is rare It is 
modern in every essential regard. Its streets intersect at right angles, all its improvements, public and 
private, are of a substantial and permanent cliaracter, and inushroomism is conspicuous by 'its absence 
Extensive deposits of superior clay for brickmaking and the proximity of .stone quarries have in great 
sort conduced to this condition. Brick and stone are the prevailing building materials, and some of the 
most siglitly and solid specimens of architecture in the State adorn the thoroughfares of Holyoke 
notable among them the elegant City Hall. The number of beautiful private residences framed by 
cultivated lawns is a distinguishing feature, and manifold signs of prosperity are matched by the countless 
symbols of intelligence, culture, and refinement that rise on every hand. These, with pure air and water 
plenty of them, good gas, electricity, and the telephone, schools, churches, libraries street railways! 
Springfield, Worcester, Boston, Albany, and New York easily accessible, what more does a rational man 
want in an abiding-place? 

Public Schools. 

The attention given by the people of Holyoke to education and the ample provision they have 
made for it are commensurate with the importance that has always attached to it throughout New 
England. The public-school system in vogue here is of a piece with that which generally prevails in 
Ma.ssachusetts, injected, perhaps, with a practical spirit and element superinduced by the pronounced 
industrial character of the city. It is in charge of a School Committee, of which the mavor is chairman 
composed of one member from each of the seven wards and two at large ; there are also a superintendent 
and two truant officers. The schools are carefully graded, presided over by earnest, competent teachers 
are well attended and generously maintained. For the most part the school-houses are new, essentially 
modern in design and character, liberally furnished with the most approved apparatus,' and their 
accommodations adequate to the requirements of the school population. 

Churches and Benevolent Societies. 

A New England town destitute of church organizations and edifices would be a strange anomaly, 
indeed, but this intelligent, progressive city does not present it. Its life and growth are along parallel 
lines that indicate the processes of an harmonious development, and the eager devotion of its inhabitants 
to business pursuits has not swamped nor dwarfed the nobler instincts that find natural expression in 
religious work and worship. All the principal religious denominations common to this part of the 
country are represented here and have reared their altars of worship. In point of architectural appear- 
ance and interior appointments, the most of these church buildings will compare favorably with similar 
edifices in any city of equal size in the State. 

There is also a large number of societies of a benevolent, beneficial, and literary character, which 
are liberally supported, and whose unostentatious work is a valuable force in furthering the specific 
purposes for which they exist and in promoting the general welfare of the community. 

Holyoke Public Library. 

The educational equipment of no Massachusetts town is complete without its public library. It 
belongs in the same category as the church and the school-house, and one of the fixed and indispensable 
institutions is its library. The association was incorporated April 22d, 1870, and has cheerful and 
attractively furnished rooms in thg City Hall building. It contains upward of twelve thousand judi- 
ciously selected volumes, which are being constantly added to, and is very generally patronized by our 
citizens, especially the younger generation. A nominal fee entitles members to take books to their 
homes, but the library is absolutely free for reference. 

Water-Works. 

The water-works system is confessedly one of the best and most efficient of any city in New 
England, the tarifTis moderate, and the water is both pure and abundant. The works were completed 
in the summer of 1873, are constructed in the most thorough and substantial manner, the principal 
supply main and the permanent street mains being cast-iron, and the latter extending to every portion 
of the city. .\shley's and Wright's ponds, situated within the corporation limits, and hut three miles 



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and a half from the City Hall, are the chief sources of supply, which was still further augmented in 
1884 by turning Kiley and Tannery brooks into the main pipe. It is estimated that the supply is 
adequate to requirements of double the present population. 

Gas- Works. 

The gas-works are owned and operated by the Ilolyoke Water-Power Company, and were originally 
constructed by the Hadley Falls Company. Material improvements have been made by the present 




CITY HALL. 



proprietors, and the plant is now an extensive and valuable property. Almost every section of the city 
is reached by its mains, the gas produced is excellent in quality, and some thirty million feet per annum 
are manufactured and consumed. 

Fire Department. 

The arrangements for the subjection of fire are complete, and the equipment is thorough and of 
the most iraproveAxharacter. A competent force of zealous and experienced men, three steam fire- 



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engines with the usual modern accessories, the system of city liydrants, together with that of the many- 
mills and manufactories, in conjunction with a general telephone and tire-alarm service, render this 
department practically perfect. 



City Government. 

The administration of municipal affairs is vested in a mayor, Board of Aldermen, and Common ' 
Council. Election is had on the first Tuesday in December of each year, and the government is formally 
organized on the first Monday of the following January. The Board of Aldermen is composed of seven 
members, one from each ward, and the Common Council of three from each ward. 

S. Fitzgerald, Rags, Paper Stock and Old 
Metals, Nos. 105 and 107 Pine Street. — Conspicu- 
ous among the diverse business interests of the city 
is the establishment of Mr. S. Fitzgerald. He 
occupies a three-story brick warehouse, 75x25 feet 
in proportions, and here he is carrying on an exten- 
sive trade as a general dealer in rags, paper stock 
and old metals of every description, also wrap- 
ping paper, twine and paper bags. Mr. Fitzgerald 
founded this business -in 1882 and has gradually 
built up a large trade, which extends to all parts 
of New England. He gives employment to five 
hands, and deals in all kinds of stock coming 



C. O'Leary, Dealer in Fre.sh and Salt Meats 
and Vegetables, No. 351 Main Street. — One of the 
best known and most popular houses engaged in 
the provision trade in this city is that of Mr. C. 
O'Leary. This gentleman, who is a native of 
Ireland, started business in 1878 at No. 167 Main 
street, and in 1885 he erected the building in 
which he is now located. His salesroom has an 
area of 25x70 feet, and it i3 very handsomely fit- 
ted up in oak fixtures, and admirably arranged 
and equipped for the business. It is very neat, 
clean and inviting in appearance, and the .stock 
at all times is a large well selected and choice 
one. It embraces fresh and salt meats of every 
description, vegetables of all kinds in season, etc. 
The exigencies of the business require the con- 
stant employment of three bauds, who give 
pi'oinpt and courteous attention to all patrons. 
Goods are delivered to any part of the city free. 
The goods are at all times reliable and as low in 
price as any other of the same quality in the mar- 
ket. Mr. O'Leary, who attends to every detail of 
his business is a thoroughly practical and enter- 
prising merchant, and is a director of the 
Mechanics' Savings Bank. 

Richards & Thayer, Dealers in Groceries 
and Provisions, Crockery, Glass, Wooden Ware, 
Confectionery, Grain, Feed, etc., Corner of Main 
and Sargent Streets. — This is an old-established, 
enterprising and popular store. It was origin- 
ally founded in April, 1866, under the firm 
style of Chapin & Thayer, and this partnership 
sulisisted until April 5th., 1867, when Mr. Cha- 
pin retired, and the firm as at present consti- 
tuted was org-mized. The copartners are Messrs. 
C. H. Richards and J. N. Thayer. The former is 
a native of Holyoke, and the latter of New Hamp- 
shire, and both have had a very extended experi- 
ence in this line of business Their business 
premises comprise a salesroom 25x40 feet in 
dimensions, and a storeroom in the rear 25x25 
feet in measurement. The stock carried is a 
large and varied one, and embraces all kinds of 
staple and fancy groceries, teas and coffees of the 
finest brands, pure spices, fine confectionery, 
canned aoods in great variety, t.able delicacies of 
all kind.s, a full and complete line of provisions, 
flour, grain, feed, Yankee notions, etc. These 
are the finest goods to be found in the market, 
and the prices are such as to lead to a brisk and 
substantial trade. Four assistants give prompt 
and courteous attention to patrons, and goods are 
delivered free to any part of the city. The man- 
agement of the business is characterized by energy 
and fair dealing. 



under the comprehensive head of "junk," paying 
the highest prices. Mr. Fitzgerald is a native of 
Massachusetts, and reliable in all his dealings. 

Allyn & Kagwin, Fresh and Salt Meats and 
Produce, No. 168 High Street. — This business was 
inaugurated in March, 1885, and thecustomers and 
sales of the house have been steadily increasing 
ever since. The firm have their headquarters at 
No. 168 High street, where they occupy a hand- 
some store 60x25 feet in dimensions. The store is 
most attractive in its appointments, everything 
always being kept in a faultlessly clean condition. 
A large stock of the choicest fresh and salt meats 
of all kinds, also game and poultry is carried, in- 
cluding beef, mutton, lamb, pork, veal, breakfast 
bacon, ham, etc., also all kinds of produce fresh 
and reliable. All orders are delivered without ad- 
ditional cost. Messrs. William A. Allyn and 
Dwight H. Kagwin, the members of the firm, are 
both natives of Massachusetts, the former having 
been born in Holyoke, the latter at Montgomery. 

A. C. Judson & Williams, Manufac- 
tuiers of Patent Screen Plates, Mosher Building. 
— This business was originally founded at Newark, 
N. J., by Mr. Howard Judson, in 1883. The 
death of this gentleman occurred .sometime after 
and in June, 1885, the business was removed to 
this city and has since been carried on by A. C. 
Judson & Williams, the former being the widow 
of the founder of the enterpri.se. Mrs. Judson 
and her partner in business, Mr. Frank Williams, 
are both natives of New Jersey. They occupy an 
entire floor, 50X.5O feet in proportions, which is 
equipped with the finest machinery, operated by 
water power, and here the firm manufacture, on 
an extensive scale, the well-known patent screen 
plates which have gained such a reputation on 
aecouht of their superior qualities. These plates 
are used in paper mills for the purpose of screen- 
ing paper. The trade extends to all parts of the 
United States. 



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WEKltlCK THREAD GO'S. WORKS, IIULYOKK, MASS 

Merrick Thread Co., Man u fact urers of 



Merrick's Best Six Cord Soft Finish Spool Cotton 
and the Ready Wound Wooden Bobbins for Sewing 
Machines, Appletou and Main Sts. L. R. Hopkins, 
President ; J. M. Dunham, Superintendent. — Tlie 
first cotton sewing tliread was made in Paisley, 
Scotland, in 1812. Silk and linen thread had been 
previously entirely u.sed in sewing, but the wars 
of Napoleon rutting oft' the supply of raw silk, 
that then came to England from Hamburg, Brit- 
ish raauutacturers turned their attention to an efli- 
cient substitute, and found it in carefully spun cot- 
ton yarn. Itwa^ notatiirstbv any means perfect, 
and yet its smoothness and reliability caused it to 
be preferred to linen thread, and from the above 
named date the progress in the perfection of its 
manufacture and its growing use continued to 
develop and increase in a wonderlul manner. 
Eventually, about a quarter of a century ago, sev- 
eral firms began the manufacture of spool cotton 
in the United States, foreseeing the enormous 
demand, and haye built an immense trade in all 
sections of the country. Prominent among the 
representative and progressive houses thus refer- 
red to is the far-famed Merrick Thread Company, 
whose offices and mills in Holj-oke are located on 
Appleton and Main Streets. This company was 
duly incorporated in lftfi.5 under the laws of Mass- 
achusetts with a paid up capital of $50(1,000.(10 
and since its organization at that date has built 
up a trade that extends from Canada to Texas 
and from Miine to California. The mills are eli- 
gibly situated in this city, possessing all the ben- 
efits accruing from direct rail and water commu- 
nication, and comprise a magnificent series of 
baildings specially erected, and containing the 



finest equipment of machinery and other appli- 
ances for thread-making purposes in existence. 
One thousand operatives are employed, and the 
machinery is operated by both sieam and water 
power. The followiug gentlemen, highly regarded 
and widely known in industrial and financial cir- 
cles for their .sound business principles, integrity, 
energy and enterprise, are the officers, viz : L. R. 
Hopkins, president ; Timothy Merrick, treasurer; 
C. W. Rider, secretary and paymaster; J. M. Dun- 
ham, s^uperintendent. The agents of the com- 
pany are: H. F. Palmer, 23& 25 ThomasSt.,New 
York; A W. Burr, 276 Devonshire St., Bo.stou; 
T. S. Hovey, 248 Chestnut St., Philadelphia ; E. 
A. Still, 205 Fifth Avenue, Chicago. The Merru k 
Thread Coiupany manufacture extensively the bi ^t 
three and six cord spool cotton, which is put nji on 
two hundred-yard spools for family use and cinli\e 
hundred, twelve hundied, twenty-four hundred, 
and twelve thousand yaids spools for manul'iK- 
turers' requirements. The patent ready Monnd 
bobbins for sewing machine shuttles an wcjodcu 
bobbins filled with thread, complete to pu' in o 
the shuttle, and as perfectly wound as on oidi- 
nary spool, givingamore perJecl Itnsion and bi t- 
ter work than the ordinary iron bolibin fill.d ly 
the operator. Merrick's best six cord .sott finish 
and three cord satin finish spool cottons aie new 
recognized by experts as eqn:il to the best manu- 
factured in this country o. Europe, hei-ause tluy 
are smooth, elastic, strong and of unitbrm quality. 
The production of Merrick's spool cotton ni.iy 
justly be styled one of the greatest triumphs of 
American inventive genius, skill and labor, in 
competition with foreign talent and enter- 
prise. 



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Wliitiug- Paper Company, First Level 
Canal, Holyoke. L. L. Brown, President; William 
Whiting, Treasurer and Agent. — An examination 
of the leading industries of Holyoke reveals the 
fact that there are some houses vphich are entitled 
to be termed representative by the prominence 
they have achieved in their particular line of 
business. The paper industry of this city is one 
of the earliest and at the present time is one of 
the most prosperous of American industries, and 
in its history are embodied many features inci- 
dent to the rise and development of their indus- 
trial pursuits. Ths manufacture of paper even 
after the war of the Revolution, though emancipated 
from the claims imposed upon it by British policy, 
did not flourish, and for many years especially 
for the finer grades we were compelled to look to 
Europe for our supply. Eventually, however, 
during the last quarter of a century through the 
energy,enterpri.seandability of our manufacturers, 
paper is produced in ihe United States fully equal if 
not superior to the finest productions of France and 
England. Prominent among the leading manufac- 
turers thus referred to in Holyoke,is the progressive 
and reliable Whiting Paper Company, whose office 
and mills are located at the First Level Canal. The 
company has likewise extensive warerooms at 45 
Beekman St., New York, and at 18 South St., Phil- 
adelphia. Tne Whiting Paper Company was duly 
incorporated in 1865 with a capital of $100,000 
which sum has now been increased to $300,000. 
This amount,however,is only one- fourth of the cash 
needed to carry on this extensive business. The 
officers of the company are Mr. L. L. Brown, presi- 
dent, and Mr. William Whiting, treasurer and agent; 
both of whom are thoroughly practical business 
men and possess an intimate knowledge of every 
detail of the manufacture, and the requirements 
of the market. The mills are among the finest in 
this country, equipped with splendid machinery, 
appliances and apparatus necessary for the system- 
atic and successful conduct of the business. Six 
hundred and fifty experienced operatives are em- 
ployed in these extensive mills, the machinery is 
driven by both steam and water power, and the 
monthly payroll amounts to l}i20,000. The com pany 
manufactures largely wedding and envelope. Whit- 
ing antique parchment standard linen papers, 
which are now used by the leading high-class en- 
graving and stationery establishments throughout 
the country, being absolutely unsurpassed for 
quality, finish, nniformity and general excellence, 
and have no equals in the United States or Europe. 
Since its inception the Whiting Paper Company 
has become the largest manufacturer of the finest 
qualities of writing paper of every description in 
the world, the cipacity of its mills being twenty- 
one tons daily. Envelopes of every kind are 
also produced in vast quantities, and are general 
favoiites with the trade and public wherever 
introduced. Mr. Brown, the president, is highly 
esteemed for his unswerving honor and sound bus- 
iness principles, and worthily presides over ihe 
rapidly increasing iiiterestsof the company. Mr. 
William Whiting, the treasurer and agent, after 
whom the company is named, is as widely known 
for his talents and inflexible integrity, as for 
the just manner in which he attends to the inter- 
ests of customers. The standing of the Whiting 
Paper Company in corameicial circles is too well 
known to require any further comments at our 



hands, and, both as regards business ability and 
true American enterprise, it justly merits the 
high reputation to which it has permanently 
attained in this important industry. 



F. D. Cordes & Co., Decoiators and Paints 
ers, corner High and Suflblk Streets. — The above 
firm are represmtative of one of the leading 
industrial hou.ses of Holyoke. Messrs. F. D. 
Cordes & Co. establi-shed their business in 
January, 1885, and the enterprise has proved 
to be a profitable and popular one from tiie start. 
The firm have their headquarters in Cordes 
Block, occupying the store and basement, each 
of them 80x28 feet in dimensions. A force of 
thirty-fonr hands are afforded employment and 
the firm are at all times amply prepared to exe- 
cute all orders for decorating, painting and paper- 
hanging that may be entrusted to them, all 
work guaranteed to be performed in the most 
artistic and finished style. They carry a very 
large stock of wall-papers, mixed paints, var- 
nishes, oils, brushes, etc., and also deal heavily 
in fine wall-papers, artists' materials, plastic 
centers, window-shades, oilcloths, etc., etc., 
every article entering into the composition of 
their stock being the best quality obtainable. 
Their store is very handsomely fitted up and 
furnished, and is an attractive place to vi.sit. The 
individual members of this prominent firm are 
Messrs. F. D. Cordes and Robert Johannis, both 
natives of Germany, who are practically ac- 
quainted with every branch of the business in 
which they are engaged. 



Kourse & McCammou, Clothing, Hats, 
Caps, and Gentlemen's Furnishing Goods, corner 
Dwight and Front Streets. — An establishment 
noted for its elegance and popularity in this city 
is thatconducted by Messrs. Nourse & McCammon. 
The business house managed by these gentlemen 
was established in 1872 by Messrs C. B. Harris & 
Co., the present proprietors succeeding to the con- 
trol in 1881. Their store is located under the 
well-known Windsor Hotel, covers an area of 
29x100 feet, and is very handsomely fitted np 
throughout. The fixtures are of cherry wood and 
the workmanship and taste displayed in the ar- 
rangements are of a very high order. A very ex- 
tensive stock is carried by Messrs. Nourse & Mc- 
Cammon, comprising a complete variety of cloth- 
ing for gentlemen's, youth's and children's wear, in 
all the latest styles and fashions, a full assortment 
of fashionable hats and caps, and a superb stock of 
gentlemen's ftirnishing goods of all kinds, embrac- 
ing all the latest desirable novelties. A fine line 
of trunks, traveling bags, rubber goods and um- 
brellas is also carried, combining every excellence 
of superior manufacture. Five polite and active 
clerks are employed and patrons receive courteous 
attention. The members of the firm, Messrs. F. 
E. Nourse and Frank McCammon, are enterprising 
and energetic. The former is a native of Lancas- 
ter, Mass., while the latter was born in New 
York. They are wide-awake, experienced men 
of business, social, genial and agreeable with 
their patrons and the public, who hold them in 
biiih regard as merchants and citizens, and liber- 
ally patronize them. 



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Parsons Paper Co., Manafacturersof Bond, 
Bank Note and Parchmeut Papers, also Scotch 
Linen Ledger, etc.. Upper Level Canal, Aaron Bagg, 
Jr., President. — Among the various interests which 
diversil'y the industries of Holyoke none deserves 
more prominent mention than that ot the manu- 
facture of paper. It is one that gives employ- 
ment to a large number of operatives, and in many 
■ways forms an important item in estimating the 
manufacturing aud coramerical importance of 
this enterprising aud thriving city. lu former 
years we were compelled to look to Europe, espec- 
ially to Eugland for our supply, of bond, bank 
note, parchment and linen papers, but now. thanks 
to the enterprise and skill of the progressive and 
reliable Parsons Paper Company, these specialties 
are now produced at Holyoke, equal if not super- 
ior to the most famous foreign importations. The 
English linen paper is likewise rapidly disappear- 
ing from the market, which fact is a credit and 
honor to American industry. The Parsons Paper 
Company was duly incorporated in 18.53 with a 
paid-up capital of $GO,0(J0. This sum, however, is 
only nomiual,as the officers have often ten times that 
amount invested in stock, machinery ,buildings etc. 
The paper mills, four in number, are located on the 
Upper Level Canal. They are very spacious, and 
are admirably equipped with all the latest 
improved appliances, apparatus and machinery 
necessary for the .systematic conduct of the busi- 
ness. Three hundred and tifty hands are era- 
ployed in the various departments and the ma- 
chinery is operated by a three-hundred and fifty- 
horse power steam engine, and eight powerful 
water wheels. The monthly payroll amounts to 
upwards of §10,001), and the total daily capacity of 
the mills is twelve tons. The following gentle- 
men, widely known and highly regarded in manu- 
facturing and financial circles lor their sound bu.si- 
ness principles, integrity and ability, are the offi- 
cers, viz ; Aaron Bagg, Jr., president; E. P. Bagg, 
treasurer; E. C. Weiser, secretary, J. S. McElwain, 
agent. The company manufactures extensively 
bond, bank note and parchment papers, also the 
celebrated Scotch linen ledger, and white and 
tinted writing and envelope papers, and Bristol 
boards. The.se various papers are general lavor- 
ites wherever introduced, and are absolutely un- 
rivalled for quality, finish, and general excellence 
by those of any other first-class house in the United 
States or Europe. 

G. W. Ingalls & Co., Boots, Shoes, Trunks 
and Satchels, No. 59 Dwight Street : A. Van Tas- 
sel, Manager. — One of the most attractive estab- 
lishments in the city is that of Messrs. G. W. 
Ingalls & Co , which was opened in May, 1885, 
and is a branch of a vast industry conducted by 
this firm, the beadiiuarters being at Syracuse, 
N. Y., and other branches at Utica, Albany, 
Troy, and Boston. The manager of the branch 
in this city, is Mr. A. Van Tassel, who is a native 
of Syracuse, and an expert and honorable busi- 
ness man. The store covers an area of 25x90 
feet, the interior appointments are attractive, 
and the place is always kept in neat and perfect 
order. A very large stock is carried, comprising 
a superb assortment of medium and fine quality 
boots and shoes of all kinds for both ladies', gen- 
tlemen's and children's wear, also a full line of 



slippers and rubbers. The stock carried likewise 
includes a superior assortment of trunks and 
satchels, in which is shown every desiiable 
variety. Five hands are employed. Mr. G. W. 
Ingalls, the proprietor, is a gentleman whose high 
reputation is best borne out by the extensive 
proportions of the enterprise controlled by him. 

Peiino & Co., General Grocers and Tea 
Merchants, Dwight Street, under Windsor Hotel. 
— Among the best known business houses of this 
city is that of Messrs. Feuno & Co. This house 
dates its existence from 1877, when it was estab- 
lished by E. A. Fenno & Co. In May of the 
year 1886 the change in management occurred, Mr. 
F. A. Fenno, a brother of the founder, and Mr. 
C. H. Clary becoming the proprietors and chang- 
ing the firm style to Fenno & Co. The firm 
occupy a fine large store having a frontage of 
twenty-five feet and running back a depth of 93 
feet. The place is attractive and filled with a 
well kept stock embracing everything desirable 
in fancy and staple groceries, new invoices being 
received daily, direct from the leading importers 
and manufacturers. Five assistants are employed 
by the firm, including a lady cashier. Three deliv- 
ery wagons are attached to the establishment and 
goods are delivered free of charge to all parts of the. 
city. Messrs. Fenno and Clary are both natives 
of Massachusetts. 

N. W. Quint, Undertaker, 207 High Street. 
— The oldest and most prominent undertaker in 
the city is Mr. N. W. Quint, who has been carry- 
ing on business here since 1854. Coming to the city 
in 1848 he has seen every brick building but one 
erected. Mr. Quint is a native of Maine and is a 
master of his profession. For nearly thirty years 
his name has been familiar to the population of 
this city.^ The founding of the estab'ishment took 
place in 1854, and he has ever since been one of 
the leading and favorite men engaged in his call- 
ing in this community. Mr. Quint occupies a fine 
office and wareroom, 60x15 feet in dimensions, 
where he receives orders and carries an assortment 
of fine burial cases and burial clothing, coffin plates, 
hearses, and funeral carriages being furai.shed to 
order by him. Mr. Quint, in addition to his 
undertaking business, also attends to auctioneering 
of all kinds and his services are in frequent requi- 
sition in this line. One of Holyoke's most hon- 
ored citizens, Mr. Quint is enjoying a prosperous 
patronage. 

F. J. March, Dealer in Watches, Clocks and 
Jewelry, No. 308 High Street. — A notable new 
establishment is that conducted by Mr. F. J. 
March, who began business on his own account 
in January of the year 1886, bringing to bear 
an experience of five years at his trade. His store 
is a large, commodious place, 60x25 feet in 
dimensions, and fitted up in handsome style 
throughout, and supplied with a number of ele- 
gant show cases. The store is filled with a 
superb stock of diamonds, watches, clocks, jewelry, 
silver and plated ware etc., all of the best makes 
aud quality. Watches, clocks and jewelry are 
repaired at short notice aud at reasonable rates. 
Mr. March is a native of Massachusetts, having 
been bom at Deerfield. He is a young man, full 
of enterprise aud energy. 



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CITY OF EOLYOKE. 



E.Whitaker, Manufacturer of Every Descrip- 
tiou of Loom and Dresser Keeds.— The importance 
and diverisity of the manufacturing interests of 
Holyoke are well shown by the old and substantial 
concern whose name stands at the head of this 
review. The production of loomand dresserreeds 
has assumed such magnitude that no industry 
represented iu this work is entitled to more care- 
ful consideration. Mr. E. Whitaker, the proprie- 
tor, established himself in business as far back as 
185-2, and d-uring the thirty-four years he has.beeu 
before the public has maintained the highest rep- 
utation for commercial integrity and so familiariz- 
ed himself with the wants of the trade as to be 
able to meet all demands upon his skill and 
resources in the mo.st perfect and reliable man- 
ner. The factory is 25x50 feet in area and pro- 
vided with all the machinery that can be profit- 



Max Cobe, One Price Clothier, No. 77 and 
79 Dwight Street. — A leading house in this line 
is that of Mr. Max Cobe, which was established 
in 1878. The premises consist of a handsomely 
furnished store 88x29 feet in dimensions. It has 
a very attractive appearance and is equipped 
with every appliance and convenience for the 
accommodation of the splendid stock. The assort 
raents of broadcloths, suiting, etc., of both foreign 
and domestic manufacture, are from the most 
fashionable and reliable sources of supply, and 
the most fastidious and critical cannot fail to be 
suited. Mr. Cobe employs a staff of eight hands, 
and has gained an enviable reputation for the 
superiority and artistic style and cut of the vari- 
ous garments made at his establishment. He 
also carries a full and complete assortment of 
ready-made clothing for men's youths' and child- 



ablv used, no facility or convenience being omitted, ren's wear, also a large line in gentlemen s furnish 



The most expert and experienced hands are em 
ployed and the work is systematically conducted. 
The reeds manufactured by this house are in use 
in all parts of the Union and frequent shipments 
are made to Canada, the export business, indeed, 
being an important and growing feature of the 
estalilishment. The choicest selected materials 
are invariably used and every finished article is 
fully garauteed for strength and entire satisfaction. 
Possessing unsurpassed facilities for the manip- 
ulation of its extensive business, the house of Mr. 
E. Whitaker is enabled to place its goods upon the 
market in such manner as to secure to buyers every 
legitimate advantage in the quality and prices 
known to the trade. The patronage of the house 
is increasing with the general growth of the city's 
traffic and its infiuence is exerted for the welfare 
of the commerce of Holyoke. Personally Mr. 
Whitaker has been long known as a man of use- 
fulness and energy, always amoog the foremost in 
enlerprises calculated to advance the material 
interests of the city. 

Forest, Lafond & Co., Pharmacia Cana- 
dienne. No. 337 Main Street.— Though founded 
so recently as September, 1885, this establish- 
ment has had a most marked success. The 
house at first dealt in pianos, organs, musical in- 
struments of all kinds, jewelry, silverware, sta- 
tionery, etc.; and iu July, 1886, the drug depart- 
ment was added. This department is under the 
management of Mr. P. L. Lafond, who is a phar- 
maceutical graduate, and his partners, Messrs. F. 
Forest and Alfred Bissonnette, superintend the 
other departments. All the members of the firm 
are natives of Canada. The premises are spacious, 
commodious and tastefully fitted up, and the drug 
department is finely stocked with a choice assort- 
ment of pure drugs and chemicals, proprietary 
remedies of value, perfumery, toilet articles, al.so 
artists' materials and paints etc. , while special at- 
tention is paid to the compounding of physicians' 
prescriptions and family recipe's, and all orders are 
tilled with promptitude and the greatest care and 
accuracy. The firm also cairy a large stock of 
piano.s, organs, brass and stringed musical instru- 
ments, jewelry, silverware, picture frames, station- 
ery, etc., and picture frames of all sizes, materials 
aiid quality are made to order. The firm are 
accorded an extensive French patronage, and the 
members of it have won for themselves a high 
and enviable reputation. 



ing goods, embracing all the latest foreign and 
domestic novelt'es. Mr. Cobe is a native of 
Germany and has been a resident of Holyoke for 
the last eight years. 

D. H. Smith, Dentist, No. 235 High Street.— 
The well-known and popular dentist rooms of D. 
H. Smith, located at No. 235 High street, were 
founded fifteen years ago. D. H. Smith is a native 
of Massachusetts, and attends to all department 
of dental art, and makes a specialty of filling 
teeth. Teeth are painlessly extracted, and arti- 
ficial teeth, arranged on a new principle, are 
furnished at reasonable rates and warranted to 
give satisfaction. Gold crowns are fitted on to 
broken down teeth and roots, and full sets and 
part sets of teeth are made without plates and 
fa.stened in the mouth as firmly as the natural 
teeth. This bridge work is especially valuable 
in replacing one or two teeth. Prompt and court- 
eous attention is given to all patrons. This firm 
take a leading position in the profession, and 
they have a large and substantial clientele. 

Fitzgerald & Co., Booksellers and Sta- 
tioners, No. 196 High Street.— For the past fif- 
teen years the house of Messrs. Fitzgerald & Co., 
which was founded in 1872, by James Fitzger- 
ald, who died in 1874, has been a noted one 
among the commercial enterprises of Holyoke. 
The firm's store is very eligibly located, its fit- 
tings and furnishings are of an attractive charac- 
ter, and the house is a leading one in its line of 
trade in the city. The store is commodious, 
being 25x80 feet in dimensions, and the stock 
is a large and varied one, embracing books upon 
every kind of subject, and including the works 
of all the standard authors; mercantile and fancy 
stationery, pictures, picture frames, and fancy 
goods in great variety. The house does a large 
and constantly increasing trade not in the city 
only, but throughout the surrounding districts. 
Three as.sistants are employed, and prompt and 
courteous attention is paid to all patrons, while 
in every department of the business the prices 
will stand comparison with those of any other 
establishment in the same line of trade. Pic- 
ture-frames are m:ide in any design to order. 
Mr. Daniel J. Fitzgerald who is the sole proprie- 
tor; is a native of Amherst, in this State, and is 
very popular. 



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T>. i'\ Cogiilan Holyoke Steam Boiler 
and lr«ii Works, Manufacturers of all kinds 
of Steel and "Wrought Iron Steam Boilers, etc., Nos. 
20 to 28 Cjescent St., Junction of Park.— The an- 
nually incieasius; demand for steel and wrought 
iron boilers of all kinds throughout the United 
States necessitates correspondingly large facilties 
for their produciion,hencetheconstruction of steam 
boilers, etc., coustitntes a very important industry. 
A prominent and 'orogressive house in Holyoke 
engaged in this business is that of Mr. D. F. C'ogh- 
lau, whose works are located at Nos. 20 to 28 
Crescent street. This house was founded by the 
present proprietor in ifl65, since which period he 
has built up a liberal patronage. Mr. Coghlan is 
an experienced and piactical mechanic, all the 
operations of his works are conducted under his 
personal supervision, thus insuring to the trade 
only such specialties as will withstand the most 




critical tests, both in regard to material used fn 
their construction, and the workmanship employ- 
ed. The premises occupied are spacious and "on- 
venient, and are fully supplied with the latest 
improved machinery, tools, and appliances, includ- 
ing machines for di.sbing heads, plate plainers, 
steam riveting machinery, etc., all of which are 
opeiated by a forty-horse power steam engine. 
Sixty experienced boiler makers, mechanics, etc., 
are employed and the trade of the house extends 
all ovar the State. Mr. Coghlan manufactures all 



kinds of steel and wrought iron steam boilers 
rotatory bleachers, penstocks. Barlow keirs, wheel- 
cases, tanks, smoke flues, and light and heavy 
plate-iron work, which are absolutely unsur- 
passed for quality of materials, durability, work- 
manship and general excellence by those of any 
other first-class house in the trade. A specialty 
is made' of chemical wood-pulp digestives and 
rotatory bleachers. He is shortly to introduce 
several new patterns and controls several others 
that have not yet been put on the market. Repairs 
on boilers are promptly executed, while steam 
and gas fitting is carefully attended to in all its 
branches, at the lowest possible prices consistent 
with good workmanship and materials. Mr. Cogh- 
lan is a native of Boston, but has resided in 
Holyoke the greater part of his life, and the sig- 
nal success attained by him is only thejust reward 
of his probity, energy and industry. 

Phelps & Tower, Housefurnishing Goods, 
Ranges, Furnaces, Tinning and Plumbing, 18 Main 
Street. — This well established enterprise has been 
in successful operation at its present location for 
sixteen years. The house was founded in 1870 by 
Mr. C. H. Tower, who conducted it alone until 
1879, when he associated with himself Mr. G. A. 
Phelps and organized the firm of Phelps & Tower; 
throughout its career it has always had the confi- 
dence and received the support of the public. 
Three floors and a basement are occupied, and the 
premises are fittedupinthemost convenient man- 
ner for the exhibition and storage of goods. The 
stock embraces hou.sefurnishing goods, ranges, 
furnaces, and kindred articles. None but the best 
known and most meritorious productions are car- 
ried. The assortments are always complete and 
customers are sure of obtaining what they wish in 
its most attractive and acceptaVjle form. Special 
attention is given to tin, copper and sheet iron. 
They are also large workers in mill copper work, 
ventilators and mill work of all kinds. Only 
the most expert workmen are employed, of whom 
from ten to fifteen are kept constantly busy. 
PlnmViing in all its branches is carefully done, 
sanitarj' requirements being respected and Ibllow- 
ed. Before concluding it is proper to state that 
no similar concern in the city is prepared to ofier 
more favorable terms, a result of the investment 
of ample capital and the purchase of supplies un- 
der the best conditions. Messrs Phelps & Tower 
are both widely known and recognized as men of 
energy and ability, prosecuting their affairs in a 
trustworthy and honorable way. 



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CITY OF BOLYOKE. 



J. & W. Jolly, Machinists, Blacksmiths and 
General Jobbers aud Manufacturers of Paper Mak- 
ing Ma<:hinery, First Level Canal, Between Apple- 
ton aud Cabot Streets — We desire to call special 
attention to the reliable aud progressive firm of 
Messrs J. & \V. Jolly, blacksmiths, machinists 
and general jobbers, also manufacturers of paper 
making specialties, vfhose works are located in 
Holyoke, on the First Level Canal, betvfeen 
Appleton and Cabot streets. This business was 
established in 1879 by the present proprietors, 
Messrs. J. & W. Jolly, who are thoroughly prac- 
tical workmen ; all the operations of the works 
are conducted under their personal supervision, 
thus insuring only such machines as will with- 
stand the most critical tests. The premises occu- 
pied comprise a two-story brick biiildiug, '25x120 
feet in dimensions, fully supplied with all modern 
tools and machinery known to the trade. The 
machinery is operated by water power, while 
fifty experienced mechanics, operatives, etc., are 
employed. Messrs. J. & W. Jolly manufacture 
with great care J. J. Manning's pateut combination 
winder, Finlay's patent continuous paper cutter, 
also screens and vats for paper machines. Ferry's 
patent star du.ster, etc. They likewise promptly 
refill Jordan engines and engine rolls, and make 
elevators, power boiler pumps, paper calender 
rolls, stulf pumps, pulleys, shatting, hangers and 
gearing. Iron and steel forging, model and pat- 
tern making are likewise immediately attended to. 
The productions of this responsible firm are 
unsurpassed for quality of materials,workmanship, 
durability and general excellence and have no 
superiors. The following companies are now 
using Messrs. J. & W. Jolly's screens and vats, 
■viz: Chemical Paper Co. , Holj oke, Mass ; Albion 
Paper Co , [4] Holyoke, Mass; Winoua Paper Co., 
[4] Holyoke, Mass; Holyoke Paper Co., [3] 
Holyoke, Mass ; Crane Bro's., Westfield, Mass ; 
Chester Paper Co. , Huntinglon, Mass; Parsons 
Paper Co., Holyoke, Mass ; Riverside Paper Co., 
Holyoke, Mass ; Beebe & Holbrook Paper Co. , 
Holyoke, Mass ; Newton Paper Co., [8] Holyoke, 
Mass; South worth Co,, Mittineague, Mass; 
Agawam Paper Co., Mittineague. Mass ; Hamp- 
shire Paper Co., South Hadley Falls,Mass. Large 
numbers have been sold all over the country. 
Both partners are highly esteemed iu manufactur- 
ing circles for their mechanical ability, skill and 
integrity. We may add in conclusion that those 
opening business rtlations with this trustworthy 
house may rely on the promptness and liberality 
of all transactions undertaken. 

Holyoke Paper Company, Manufacturers 
of Superior Animal Sized Writing and Envelope 
Papers of every Variety etc.. Second Level Canal, 
O. H. Greenleaf, President. — It is absolutely cer- 
tain that in no country in the civilized world has 
paper making been brought to such a high degree 
of perfection as in the United States. Taking up 
this industry in detail, it becomes necessary to 
make special mention in this review of the Hol- 
yoke Paper Company, whose mills are situated on 
the Second Level Canal. This progressive and i 
representative company was incorporated in 18.57 ' 
with a nomi lal capital of $50,000, present capital ^ 
$300,000, and since its organization has built up a j 
permanent and influential patronage in all sectiens , 
«f the United States and Canada, owing to the 



I superiority of its productions. The officers of t he 
' company are Mr. O. H. Greenleaf, president ami 
' agent, and Mr. O. S. Greenleaf, treasurer. The 
foundation of thesignatsuccessof thisreliablecom- 
, pany liesundoubtedly in the complete knowledge of 
I business possessed by the ofBcers, who are 
j thoiough business men. From the commence- 
ment of its business the Holyoke Paper Company 
undertook to make goods of standard quality only, 
and has never wavered from that policy. The 
company manufactures extensively superior ani- 
mal sized writing and envelope papers of every 
variety and desciiption, which are unrivalled for 
finish, quality, unitbrmity and general excellence. 
The premises occupied comprise five spacious 
buildings, which are admirably equipped with all 
the latest improved apparatus, machinery and 
appliances. Two-hundred and fifty operatives are 
employed, and the machinery is drawn by water 
power. Eight tons of highly finished paper are 
daily produced, and the payroll amounts to 
upwards of §11,000 monthly. Messrs. O. H. ,;nd 
O. S. Greenleaf, the officers, are highly esteemed 
in mercantile life for their unswerving honor 
and integrity and well merit the great degree 
of success which has rewarded their able and 
energetic efforts. 

Holyoke Knife Co., Manufacturers of 
Paper Engine Bars and Plates. Eag Cutter, and 
Trimming Knives, No. 5 Mosher's Building. — Oc- 
cupying a prominent position among the useful in- 
dustries of the city is the Holyoke Knife Company. 
The premises occupied are large, commodious and 
thoroughly equipped with all the necessary machi- 
nery and mechanical appliances, operated with 
water power. The agent of the company, Mr. P. 
Frost, is a native of Maine, and has had long and 
valuable experience as an iron and steel worker, 
having for forty years followed theblack-smithing 

I trade. In 1884,located at the above named place, 

I he turned his attention to his present line of trade 
and has built up a large city and out-of-town trade. 
His trade with the paper mills is particularly 
extensive, the superior goods manufactured by 
him being in high favor. He gives employment 
to six experienced workmen. A specialty is made 

I of grinding, and all orders in this line are attended 

j to promptly and satisfactorily. 

C. H. Prentis.s, Tailor, No. 199 High Street. 
— The establishment of Mr. C. H. Prentiss is one 
of the most popular merchant tailoring houses in 
the city. The business is devoted exclusively to 
the manufacture of fine custom clothing. From 
ten to fifteen employees, expert in their various 
departments, are employed by Mr. Prentiss. The 
business was founded in 1871 by the present pro- 
prietor, who is a native of Acworth, N. H.,and an 
accomplished and experienced cutter and work- 
man. He occupies two rooms on the second floor 
of No. 199 High street, with a workroom in the rear. 
The rooms are very tastefully fitted up aud heavily 
stocked with a fine and valuable assortment of the 
best class of foreign and domestic fabrics. Those 
who .should conclude to deal at this establishment 
may depend upon a perfect fit, choice and tasteful 
fabrics, elegant styles and perfect fiui.sh ; while the 
|)rices are governed b.v a high sense of moderation, 
for which the house has a thoroughly established 
reputation. 



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American Pad Co., Manufacturers of all 
sizes of Paper Pads, Animal Sized, Loft Dried and 
Manila Pads ; Dealers in Flat and Ruled Papers, 
No. 32 Main Street. — If the enterprise and com- 
mercial advantages of a city are more clearly 
established by one fact than by all others, it is 
the rise of new houses of large dimensions on the 
great thoroughfares of trade and by the side of 
and to the battle for patronage with establishments 
whose junior members have grown gray in the 
period of the firm's existence. Among such con- 
cerns the American Pad Company at present 
occupies a most important place. This enterprise, 
though founded as late as January, 188.'{, posses.«es 
all the substantial qualities of its oldest competi- 
tors and is pushing toward the largest and best 
trade enjoyed by any house of the kind in Hol- 
yoke. The members of the company, both of whom 
have had a valuable business experience, are T. 
W. Halley and G. W. Brainerd. With a thorough 
knowledge of the paper manufacturing interest, 
progressive ideas, untiring energy and ample 
resources, the causes that have led to the excep- 
tional success of the establishment are ni.ide mani- 
fest. The entire third floor, measuring 90x100 
feet, is occupied, and is fitted up in an admirable 
manner. The mechanical equipment embraces all 
the newest and most improved machinery and 
appliances. The manufacture is confined to paper 
pads and tablets, and these are made in all the 
popular styles and from such materials as find the 
greatest fixvor In the market. They find ready 
.sale wherever introduced and thioughout the 
country the stamp of the company commands 
respect and confidence. Special pains are taken to 
preserve reliability and uniformity and no goods 
are shipped without undergoing rigid inspection. 
Sweeping changes are made at proper intervals, 
novcltiesare added and old patterns discarded, and 
thus buyers can always depend on finding in the 
stock the newest and most attractive designs. 
The most favorable terms are given to customers, 
and orders are filled without delay. The com- 
pany takes an active and useful part in the 
upbuilding the line of production and trade in 
which it is engaged and contributes in no small 
measure to the industrial prosperity of the city 
generally. 

Mlinil & Baush, Founders and Machinists. 
— The manutacture of machinery and iron goods 
for the use of various trades constitutes a promi- 
nent and useful industry, and a leading and repre- 
sentative concern in that line is operated by 
Messrs. Munn & Baush. This flourishing enter- 
prise was commenced in 1880 by the present mem- 
bers of the firm, J. N. Munn and Christian A. 
Baush, and from its inauguration has had a steady 
career of expansion. The commodious and well 
arranged premises are supplied with all the latest 
and best machinery used in the business and all 
other requisite appliances and facilities. An 
engine of ample power drives the machines and 
the entire establishment is sy.stematically divided 
into appropriate departments. The lines of man- 
ufacture are varied and extensive, including iron 
castings of every description, bridge and other 
plates, cotton, paper and woolen mill work and, in 
fact, all specialties of a similar character. A Ibice 
of forty experienced hands is constantly employed 
and the whole is under the active personal super- 



vision of Messrs. Munn & Baush, who give theii 
entire time and attention to the business. A 
large demand is supplied in Holyoke and frequent 
orders are received from this and surrounding 
States. The establishment does only first-class 
work and produces many new and valuable devices 
which are in great favor in the different trades for 
which they are designed. The firm is reliable 
and responsible, makes a point of filling all con- 
tracts promptly and in exact accordance with the 
terms. 

Frank Octo & Co., Dealers in Stoves, 
Ranges, Furniture, Glass, Wooden and Crockery 
Ware, Bedding, Household Furnishing Goods, 
etc., Nos. 63 to 75 High Street. — Founded on 
the 27th of February, 1870, this house has become 
the most noted one in its line in the city, and it 
has a patronage of a very extensive and substan- 
tial character. The premises occupied for the 
business comprise two stores, and both of these 
are very commodious, and provided with every 
appliance and convenience for facilitating the 
transaction of business. The salesrooms are 
neatly fitted up and admirably arranged, and the 
stock is both large and of a very varied character. 
It embraces everything needed in the furnishing 
of a house, stoves, ranges, furniture of all kinds, 
glass, wooden and crockery ware, feathers and bed- 
ding, and housefurnishing goods of every descrip- 
tion. There is ample choice here tor tho.se who 
are about to set up housekeeping, or who are 
replenishing their houses with newer goods. Goods 
are sold at the lowest market rates for spot cash 
or on the installment plan at reasonable rates. 
The house has a large trade among the French 
residents. The proprietors are Messrs. Frank 
Octo and Napoleon Desrosier. The former is a 
native of Quebec, and the latter was born in 
Montreal, Canada. They are pushing, enterpris- 
ing business men. 

Holyoke Steam and Oas Fitting Co., 

Dealers in Pumps, Gauges, Brass and Iron Fittings, 
etc., Shop, No. 120 Front Street. — This prosperous 
enterprise was founded in 1885 and, impelled by the 
thorough practical knowledge of the proprietors 
and the possession of ample manufacturing facil- 

I ities and other resources, an exten.si ve and increas- 
ing business has been built up, distributed broadly 
over Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, Rhode 
Island and Vermont. The premises occupied are 

, situated at No. 120 Front street. The supply of 
machinery and tools comprehends all that can be 
advantageously u.sed. A force of fifteen skilled 
mechanics are given steady employment. The 
company also deals in pumps, gauyes, brass and 
iron fittings, plain and galvanized iron pipes, coils 
and heaters. The stock represents the most mer- 
itorious goods that are produced and is selected 

! with care and judgment. Mill repairing is 

1 promptly attended to and a .specialty is made of 
house heating. The practical application of the 
laws of heat nowhere finds better illustration 

' than in the apparatus put up and the methods 
adopted by this company, and have never failed 
to give the most complete satisfaction. The estab- 
lishment is one of the prominent and valuable 
industrial institutions of the city. Messrs. M. F. 
Manning and G. Doran are both natives of Mass- 
achusetts, and men of energy and perseverance. 



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K. H. Hill Machine Co., Manufacturers , 
of the Patent Friction Clutch Hercules ; also R. i 
H. Hill's Patent Safety Steam and Hand Power Ele- 
vators. — Although one of the most recent, the K. \ 
H. Hill Machine Co. is one of the most important ■ 
and progressive accessions to the industrial and 
mercantile establishments of this city, dealing 
largely in machinery, tools and supplies for num- 
erous useful lines of industry and manufacturing 
several special mechanical devices of peculiar ' 
merit. The enterprise \¥as inaugurated in July, 
1884, and commenced operations under the most ; 
auspicious circumstances, Mr. Hill having an ex- 
tended acquaintance in the best circles and dating I 
his experience in the business back sixteen years. 
The patronage accorded the house has steadily 1 
increased and the volume of trade now reaches a 




very significiint amount in value yearly. The 
■works are amply supplied with new and approved 
machinery and appliances and the facilities and 
conveniences are of the most superior character. 
The range of manufacture includes the " Patent 
Friction Clutch Hercules " and K. H. Hill's patent 
safety steam and hand power elevators. The 
special points of excellence for which these widely 
known productions are distinguished are too 
familiar to the manufacturers and business men 
of the country to require any particular notice at 
our hands. Numerous voluntary testimonials 
from leading and reliable concerns throughout the 
Union attest; their efficiency and commend them all 
who desire the best devices and appliances it is pos- 
sible to procure, involving economy and perfect 
satisfaction in performance. The company furnish 
steam engines, boilers and wood and iron working 
tools and the prices obtained are always as low 
as the cost of manufacture and a reasonable profit 
will permit. The establishment is presented as 
one that enjoys the entire confidence of the trade 
and the public generally. It is enterprising, sub- 
stantial and thoroughly reliable in everyway. 

J. T. Hunter, Manufacturer of and Dealer in 
Harnesses, Collars, Halters, Whips, Blankets, Fly- 
nets, Brushes, Curry Combs, etc., No. 49 Main 
Street. — Mr. Hunter is an extensive manufac- 
turer of and dealer in saddles, harnesses, collars, 
halters, whips, blankets, fly-nets, brushes, curry 
combs, also nice line of horse-boots and turf- 
goodSjCtc, and has been established in bu.siness 
in Holyoke since 1 879. He occupies a fine store 
and second floor, each 60x25 feet in dimensions, 
the second floor being used as a workshop. The 
store is neat in its arrangements and is filled 
with an inimen.se stock of goods, which are al- 
ways kept in excellent order and condition. Mr. 
Hunter manufactures both fine and cheap grades 



of harnesses, and makes a specialty of producing 
a fine line of harnesses, saddlery goods and col- 
lars. All goods are made by hand, and the best 
class of work is turned out. A large ci;y trade 
is enjoyed and prices are as low as the lowest. 
Mr. Hunter is u native of New York State, is a 
thoroughly practical workman at his business 
and gives employment to five workmen. 

Dickieson & Morrison, Dry Goods, 

Delaney's Marble Block, No. 202 to 210 High 
Street. — The leading establishment in its line 
in this city is the house of Messrs. Dickie.son & 
Morri.scn, the popular and well-known dry goods 
merchants. The firm established their business in 
1877, starting in a small way, but possessed with 
that determination and pushing enterprise which 
invariably win success in the business. The 
firm occupy both the basement and the first floor 
of the building, the former being used as a ware 
room for the surplus and duplicate stock. The 
store is laige and arranged throughout in hand- 
some style. It has six fine large show windows, 
which are always artistically decorated with a 
choice assortment of goods. Every convenience 
and facility is provided for the successful carrying 
on of the business, including the Martin cash car- 
rier system. The store is divided into two princi- 
]!al departments, dry goods and millinery, the 
latter being at the rear of the first floor, on a 
raised floor or platform ,'50x25 feet in dimensions. 
The stock carried comprises an immense assort- 
ment of every description of dry and fancy goods, 
nations, millinery, ladies' and gentlemen's fur- 
nishing goods of all kinds. About forty hands are 
employed and the liim enjoys a large city and 
country patronage, and ver.y desirable bargains 
may at all times be had here. Messrs. A. E. 
Dickieson and William Morrison, the proprietors 
of this enterprising house, have a high reputation 
among business circles. The former is a native 
of Prince Edward Island, the latter of Scotland. 

Dean & Wlieclook, Wholesale and Retail 
Dealers in Paper Hangings, Paints, Oils, Glass, 
etc., 147 Main Street. — This well known house 
has for over thirteen years been one of the 
leading establishments of the city. The store 
is a model of taste in its arrangement, and the 
stock is always standard and select, comprising 
everythinu late and desirable in paper-hangings, 
window-shades at wholesale and retail, etc , also 
a full assortment of superior paints, oils, glass, 
oils, etc. A .specialty is made of decorations 
and frescoeing, in which the firm have made a 
widespread reputation, by reason of the finish- 
ed, artistic manner in ^^hich all work is per- 
tormed by them. The most marvelous eflects 
in shades and combinations of colors, the most 
pleasing effects and harmonious blendings, and 
the boldest. mo.st unique designs are carried 
out in a faultless manner. The firm give em- 
ployment to a force of about thirty-five hands 
and are prepared to execute all work in their 
line at short notice and in the most satisfactory 
manner. Messrs. W. T. Dean and W. F. Whee- 
lock, the membeis of the firm, are both practi- 
cally ac(|uainted with every detail of their busi- 
ness. Mr. Dean is a native of New York State, 
while Mr. Wheelock was born in Massachu- 
setts. 



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Tuttle Rubber Works, Manufacturers of 
Jenkins & Frink's Pump Valve, Washers, Pack- 
ing, etc., J. H. Tuttle, Proprietor, Bigelow Street, 
between Cabot and Appleton. — New England is 
the home of the rubber manufacturing interests 
of the country, and to the enterprise and ability 
of those engaged in this field of jjroduction must 
be ascribed the wonderful multiplication of valu- 
able goods made from that important article of 
commerce. It was not until 1S79 that Holyoke 
became represented in this lirancb of industry. 
In that year the Tuttle Rubber Works, now so 
widely and favorably known, were established, 
and the pronounced success of the venture fur- 
nishes abundant evidence of the advantages and 
prestige of this city as a centre of trade and man- 
ufacture. The long practical experience of Mr. J. 
H. Tuttle, the proprietor, in this particular business 
has given him a thorough knowledge of its wants 
and requirements, while his progressive methods 
and honorable reputation have brought the house 
into great prominence and given it an influence 
second to no concern of its character in the coun- 
try. The premises occupied comprise a two-story 
brick building, 40x75 feet in dimensions, on Big- 
elow, between Cabot and Appleton streets. The 
internal arrangement is as near perfect as it is 
possible to make it, everything being reduced to 
the most exact system. The finest machinery 
is used, and thirty-five skilled hands are given 
constant employment. The goods made are varied 
in number and uniform in reliable quality, and 
include Jenkins & Frink's pump valves, wa.shers, 
packing, solid rubber sponge and croquet balls, 
hard and soft rubber pump valves. Nothing 
inferior is produced, every article coming up to 
the best standard of excellence and having special 
points of superiority that commend them strongly 
to the trade. The business extends to all parts 
of the United States, and some idea of its volume 
may be gained from the number of its employees 
and the amount of its pay-roll. The superinten- 
dent of the works, Mr. Chas. A. Tuttle, is an able 
director and thoroughly posted in all the intricate 
details of the manufacture, and under his efficient 
management the prosperity of the establishment 
has been steadily advanced. We snbmit the 
house to our readers as one in every way worthy 
of their patronage and confidence. 

W. B. Miles, Photographic Artist, No. 151 
High Street. — This is one of the popular photo- 
graphic establishmeuts of Holyoke. The propri- 
etor, Mr. W. B. Miles, is a native of New York 
city and has had twenty-seven years experience 
at his profession and opened his present gallery 
in January, IHS'3. The pictures produced by him 
are in every sense first class, and in pose, style, 
likeness and natural appearance are not surpassed 
by any in his line. Mr. Miles occupies the 
entire second floor, which is divided into a recep- 
tion room and office, gallery and operating room. 
The place is handsomely and tastefully furni.shed 
and is equipped with all the modern improved 
appliances of the art. Here he gives employment 
to two assistants. He furnishes first-class imper- 
ials for })6 per dozen, or $4 per half dozen. Noth- 
ing but the most finished, superior work is allowed 
to leave his place, and persons desiring truthful, 
artistic portraits cotild not do better than patron- 
ize this reliable establishment. 



Callanan & Donogliue, Dealers in Gro- 
ceries, Teas, Coft'ees, Spices, etc.. The City Gro- 
cery, No. 203 High Street. — Among the luost 
reputable firms engaged in the grocery trade in 
this city is that of Messrs. Callanan & Douoghue, 
of the City Grocery. This concern was founded in 
the Spring of 1883, and from its inception to the 
present it has been accorded a patronage both 
extensive and influential. The co-partners are 
Messrs. J. J. Callanan and R. P. Douoghue. The 
former is a native of Ireland and the latter wa.s 
born in Holyoke. Their store has a frontage of 
25 feet and a depth of 80 feet, with a room in the 
rear for the storage of surplus stock. The stock 
is always large and complete, and includes every 
kind of groceries knowu to the trade. A specialty 
is made of teas, cofl'ees and spices, and the stock 
also includes a large assortment of fruits, nuts, 
confectionery, canned goods, bread, etc. The fac- 
ilities of the house for supplying this class of 
merchandise either at wholesale or retail are of 
the most ample and complete character. All 
orders are proimptly filled at the lowest market 
prices, and goods are delivered free to any jjart of 
the city. The exigencies of the business require 
the constant employment of three assistants. 

Cooletlge & Co., Wholesale and Retail 
Dealers in Remnants of all Kinds of Cotton Goods. 
— One of the most popular establishments in this 
city is that conducted by Messrs. Cooledge & Co., 
at No. HI Dwight street, also a branch store at 137 
State street, Springfield. The proprietor of this 
house, Mr. E. R. Cooledge is a native of Lowell and 
founded his present business in Holyoke in 1876, 
first starting in the Hampden Mills cloth room. 
He has been at his present address since 1882. 
Here he occupies a fine store, 100x25 feet in dimen- 
sions, and fitted up in first-cla.ss style. Mr. Cool- 
edge is carrying on a splendid bu.siness as a whole- 
sale and retail dealer in remnants of all kiuds of 
cotton goods. He carries a very large and desirable 
stock of goods, embracing everything fashionable 
and in style, all of which are offered at astonish- 
ingly low prices. Every variety of muslins, prints, 
woolens and dress goods, sheetings, etc., may be 
had here at the lowest prices. Four clerks are 
employed in the establishment. The store is the 
only one in Holyoke engaged in this line of 
trade and is deservedly popular. 

C. T. Fay, Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, No. 
39 Dwight Street, Under Windsor Hotel.— Mr. C. 
T. Fay established himself in business in 1880 at 
the above address, and he brought to the enter- 
prise a very extended experience. He is a native 
of Reading, Vt., and for many years has rtsichd 
in Holyoke. His store is 25x100 feet in dimen- 
sions, is very tastefully fitted up, and eomiiletcly 
stocked with a large assortment of boots atid 
shoes in all sizes, shapes and quality, and adapted 
for both sexes. A specialty is made of the finest 
grade of boots and shoes, and the stock is liber- 
ally interspersed <vith handsome slippers and use- 
ful rubber goods. The bu.siness is of a retail 
character. Three as.sistants are enip':oyed. and 
all goods obtained at this establishment will be 
found to be exactly as represented. The pric(S 
are at .all times reasonable and equitable, and pat- 
rons can always rely upon obtaining here full 
value for their money. 



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CITr OF HOLYOKE. 



George W. Collins, Groceries, and Agent 
for Union Chemical Co. Spot King, No. 46 Ely 
.Street. — One of the most popular and progres- 
sive houses in the grocery trade of Holyoke is 
that of Mr. George W. Collins. The business was 
started in 1881, and a large and lucrative patronage 
has been built up. The salesroom is ■25x.50 feet 
in dimensions, neatly and attractively arranged 
and well adapted lor the rapid and satisfactory 
transaction of alfairs. The stock embraces every- 
thing usually fouud in a first-class grocery estab- 
lishment, such as tine teas, cotfees, sugars, spices, 
condiments, canned and table delicacies of every 

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description, both foreign and domestic. The spe- 
cial feature is the handling of pure goods in all lines, 
the assortments containing none but the choicest 
grades in the market. Mr. Collins aims to give 
the best for the least money and is the pronounced 
enemy of adulteration. No imitation or counter- 
feit articles ever tind a place in his store and his 
personal guarantee goes with every sale. Exper- 
ienced and courteous clerks are always in waiting 
and visitors are served with the utmost satisfac- 
tion and expedition. Ordeis are delivered to all 
parts of the city free of cost and every legitimate 
advantage is held out to patrons and the public. 
Mr. Collins is a native of England, but has resided 
in the United States since infancy. 

"Holyoke Coal & Wood Co., Coal of the 
Best Quality in all sizes, Hard Wood, Mill Wood 
and Kindlings, Yard 74 Crescent Street. — In all the 
principal lines of trade and industry which make 
up the bulk of Holyoke's material wealth and con- 
stitute the foundation other prosperity and prog- 
ress there are houses that stand prominently 
forward as leaders in their respective fields of 
energy. In the coal and wood trade of this city 
that position is unanimously a.ssigned to the 
Holyoke Coal & Wood Co., and a brief sketch of 
its career and resources will suffice to show that it 
fully merits the distinction. September 3d, 1885, 
Mr. Gridley of Gridley & Moriarty, coal and wood 
dealers, sold his interest in the business to Mr. 
F. A. Whiting. Mr. P. J. Moriarty, who retained 
his interest in the business with Mr. Whiting, then 
purchased 1be oflice and business of the Holyoke 
Coal Company, and changed the concern to a stock 
company. The incorporation was effected with 
William B. Whiting, president, and F. A. Whiting, 
treasurer, and a capital of S!6,000. It is now liy I'ar 
the most extensive house of its kind in the 
citv and has developed, both in the wholesale and 
retail departments, a heavy and constantly grow- 
ing patronage. The yard is at No. 74 Crescent 



street and covers a space 200x100 feet in dimen- 
sions. It is arranged in the most perfect manner 
and provided with every convenience and facility 
for the storage, preservation and manipulation 
of stock. There are fifty coal sheds, each having a 
capacity of from fifty to seventy-five tons. An 
immense supply is carried of anthracite and 
bitumimous coal of the finest quality, in all sizes. 
No inferior goods are sold, the policy of the com- 
pany being to furnish its customers with the best 
at the lowest prices that the markel will justify. 
The stock of hard wood, mill wood and kindling is 
full and complete and orders of any magnitude 
are promptly filled. Five wagons are kept busy 
delivering coal and wood to all parts of the city. 
The Messrs. Whiting and Moriarty are enterpris- 
ing, energetic and progressive and the establish- 
ment whose affairs they direct is one that reflects 
the greatest credit upon their ability and industry. 

A. T. Tuttle & Sons, Staple and Fancy 
Groceries, No. 445 High Street. — This firm was 
established in December, 1876, and during the 
ten years of its existence has built up a large and 
lucrative patronage. The store is located in'a fine, 
large four-story brick building, having a frontage 
of thirty feet and running back a depth of 90 feet, 
and is attractive in every appointment. Thefirm 
Ciirry a very large and complete assortment of fine 
family and staple groceries, and have special facil- 
ities for supplying families and the general public 
with the best merchandise in the market at the 
lowest possible rates. The teas, coffees, spices, 
sugars, etc., carried are of superior quality, are 
always fresh and reliable, and are sold at popular 
prices. A specialty is made of butter aifd eggs, 
and the house also carries a fine stock of fruits 
in their season. Five hands and a delivery wagon 
are afibrded employment by the business of the 
house. The members of the firm are Messrs. A 
T. Tuttle, his .son, E. A. Tuttle. and H. W. Cooley. 
The two former are natives of Holyoke, while the 
latter was born in Greenwich, Mass. 

P. Beuoit, Dealer in Groceries, Provisions, 
Meat, etc.. No. 3.50 Main Street. — Among the 
manifold commercial concerns which di.stingnish 
Holyoke one of the most noteworthy is that' of Mr. 
P. Benoit. He occupies an attractive store fitted 
up in oak fixtures, neatly kept and admirably 
arranged. In dimensions it is 25.x75 feet, and 
it is replete with achoice assortment of staple and 
fancy groceries, teas and coffees of the finest 
brands, spices, flour, canned goods in great variety, 
condiments, table delicacies of every description, 
fresh and salt meats and provisions of all kinds, 
vegetables in season, etc. While the store is 
noted for the uniform excellence of the goods 
handled, it is popular on account of the bargains 
it offers to its customers. Courteous assistants 
attend promptly and intelligently to the wants of 
patrons, and the business is coudiivted on a basis of 
promptitude, liberality and integrity. The house 
lias a large patronage both in the city and suburbs. 
Mr. Benoit, who is a native of Canada, has resided 
in the State for the past twenty-two years. He is 
one of the city's most energetic and honorable 
merchants. The facilities he possesses for secur- 
ing supplies from the sources of production are 
unsurpassed aud he is able to offer the most favor- 
able inducements to customers. 



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F. P. Goodall, Wholesale and Retail Druggist, 
No. 11 Dwight,45 and 4" Main Street. — Prominent 
among the business men of Holyoke is Mr. F. P. 
Goodall, the well-known wholesale and retail drug- 
gist. The business of this house was founded in 
1856 by E. H. Flagg, who was succeeded by Messis. 
Ooodall & Flitch. Mr. Goodall became the sole 
proprietor in 1869. The store is large and com- 
modious, being one hundred feet in length and 
having a frontage of fifty feet on Main street and 
twenty-five feet on Dwight street. The store is 
handsomely flitted up and elegaut in its appoint- 
ments. The floor is laid in marble, the counters 
bear fine show cases and an elegant soda water 
fountain, and the general furnishings of the place 
are attractive. The stock carried is very exten- 
sive and embraces a full assortment of drugs, 
chemicals, toilet and fancy articles, perfumery, 
paints, mixed oils, varnishes, brushes etc., etc.. 
The goods are of the finest quality and are care- 
fully selected. Three clerks are employed in the 
establishment, the trade extending a radius of fifty 
miles of the city. Mr. Goodall, the enterprising 
proprietor, is a native of New Hampshire, has 
been a resident of Holyoke for twenty years, and 
is a skilled pharmacist and druggist. 

Boston Store, Clark & Richard, Dealers 
in Dry and Fancy Goods, Nos. 71 and 73 Dwight 
Street. — The excellent house of Messrs. Clark & 
Richard, proprietors of the well-known "Boston 
Store," was established in 1874 by Messrs. Clark 
& Williams, the change to the present firm style 
being effected in 1880. The business premises 
•onsist of a store and basement, each 90x60 feet 
in dimensions. The .itore is admirably fitted up, 
the fixtures being of ash, and the interior is per- 
fectly arranged. The fine display of dress goods, 
consisting of silks, velvets, and all the new styles 
and designs of both Euiopean and American pro- 
duction, are in such variety as to leave nothing 
to be desired. In linens and muslins, hosiery, 
underwear, laces, edgings etc., the stock is par- 
ticularly attractive, as are also the trimming, 
glove and other departments. A staff of about 
thirty-five assistants are employed by the firm, 
who give every attention to the numerous patrons 
of the house. The members of the firm, Mr. J. 
M. Clark, who is a native of Scotland, and Mr. A. 
F. Richard, whose birth place is in Canada, are 
live, wide-awake business men, understanding the 
exact requirements of their trade. 

George H. Ensliiiid, Watchmaker and 
Jeweler, Marble Block, corner of Dwight and High 
Streets. — This is one of the finest and most at- 
tractive jewelry establishment in Holyoke. The 
proprietor, Mr George H. England, is a native of 
Leominster, Masr.., and has had an extended 
experience in his line of trade. He first started bus- 
iness on his own account at No. 2:i3 High street, 
and remained there until March, 1886, when he 
removed to his present quarters in Delaney's 
Marble Block. The store has a frontage of 2.5 feet 
and a depth of 40 feet, and is tastefully fitted up 
with artistic fixtures, fine show cases, etc. The 
stock is one of the largest and finest to be found in 
the city, and embrnces diamonds set in the latest 
artistic style.s, of rich gold, gold-plated, and 
silver iewelry in elegant designs; Elgin, Waltnam, 



Hampden gold and silver watches, watch move- 
ments etc. ; silver and silver-plated ware, optical 
goods, French clocks and stationery, etc., and 
popular prices prevail. A specialty is made of 
repairing jewelry and watches and all work is 
guaranteed to give the utmost .satisfaction. 
Promptitude, liberality and integrity form the 
basis upon which the business is conducted. 

Whitniore Manufacturing' Co., Litho- 
graph, White Plated and Chromo Papers, Card- 
Board of Every Description. — In no department 
of effort is the progress of productive industry 
in this country seen to better advantage than 
in the manufacture of paper. For many years, 
especially for the finer grades of paper, we were 
forced to look to Europe for our supply, but now 
American paper is produced quite equal, if not 
superior, to the imported article. The enterpri.se 
and energy of our manufacturers in this import- 
ant field deserve the highest commendation, 
and it is with pleasure that we open the pages 
of this work for a relation of their resources and 
claims. Among the concerns that have risen to 
great prominence by reason of the ability and 
progressiveness of their management is the 
Whitmore Manufacturing Co., a comparatively 
young, but very powerful, rival of the oldest and 
strongest houses in the paper trade. This com- 
pany wiis incorporated November 7, 1881, with 
William Whiting, president, F. D. Heywood, 
treasurer, and a capital of $.55,000. The mills are 
located on Cabot Street and fully equipped with 
all modern machinery and appliances that can be 
advantageously used. Employment is given to 
forty-five experienced operatives, the payroll 
footing up $2,200 monthly. The range of manu- 
facture embraces lithograph, white plated and 
chromo papers, card-board of every description 
and glazed paper. A specialty is made of fine 
wedding Bristols. These goods are unsurpassed 
for quality, finish and general excellence and are 
prime favorites wherever introduced. The ca- 
pacity of the mills is four tons daily and, in 
consequence of the heavy orders reaching the com- 
pany from all parts of the union, the limit is 
maintained the greater portion of the time. The 
bu.siuess is steadily increasing, the capital and 
resources are abundant, and the manufactory is 
appropriately classed amoug the most useful and 
important institutions of the city. 

S. B. Winn, Mannfaciurer of Soda, Ginger 
Ale, Tonic Beers, etc., and Bottler of Porter, Ale, 
and Champagne Cider; G. H. Winn, Manager. 
— .'V noteworthy and reliable bottling establish- 
ment in this city is that conducted by Mr. S. B. 
Winn. Mr. Winn, who is a native of Greenfield, 
N. H. , and a resident of Holyoke since 1883, estab- 
lished his business here in 1884. He occupies a 
commodious store and basement, each 50x25 feet 
in dimensions, and supplied with three generators, 
one bottling machine and all the other appliances 
used in the bottling business. Mr. Winn employs 
five hands and manufactures soda, ginger ale, 
tonic beers, etc., bottles porter, ale and champagne 
cider, is agent and bottler of Schlitz Milwaukee 
beer, and deals extensively in imported ale and 
porter. The goods manufactured l)y him are fiirt- 
class in every particular as well as are the articles 
imported and bottled by him. 



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Palatine Hotel, No. 402 Main Street, John 
Greim, Proprietor. — There is nothing which adds 
so much to the prestige of a city as tirst-class 
hotel accommodations. Oue of the most popular 
and successful hotels in the city is the Palatine 
Hotel. As to location, the Palatine is centrally 
aud conveniently situated. And it is easy of 
access from any ijart of the city, while it is directly 
central to the principal business houses, etc. The 
liotsl is linely built and attractive in appearance, 
inwardly and outwardly. The building has four 
stories and basement, 25x100 feet in dimensions, 
with a oue-story addition on the side, measuring 
25.K100 feet. The halls, corridors, etc., are wide, 
spacious and. convenient, while the rooms are all 
commodious, hand-somely furnished, and elegant 
in all their appointments, fixtures and uphol- 
stery, the hotel having been recently thoroughly 
renovated. On the first floor are the olfice, bar- 
room, gentlemen's reading and writing room, aud 
diuiug-room, the latter haviug accommodation 
for si.xty persons at one time. On the second floor 
is a private dining-room, with sitting accom- 
modation for forty guests, ladies' parlor, etc. The 
up|)er floors are devoted to sleeping rooms, and on 
the second and third floors are bathrooms. 
There are forty rooms, fitted with electric bells, 
and all the most modern conveniences. The 
hotel is heated by steam throughout, and clean- 
liness and method pervade the entire estaljlish- 
ment. The cuisine is first-class, aud the rates 
are from $1.50 to ijS. per day. Since the hotel was 
opened in 1882 it has met with a most extensive 
patronage. It was founded by Mr. Jos. Andrews, 
who, in May, 188:5, was succeeded by the present 
proprietor, Mr. John Greim. This gentleman is 
a native of Germany, and has been resident in 
the United States for the past eighteen years. 
He is a most genial host and very popular with 
his guests. 

Syiiis & Dudley Paper Co., Manufactur- 
ers of Engine Sized Flat and Ruled Writings, 
Card Board and Book Papers; Second Level Canal, 
below County Bridge; William Whiting, Presi- 
dent; Geo. E. Dudley, Treasurer. — The State of 
Massachusetts has great cause of congratulation 
from the fact that she has now become the centre 
of the paper industry of the nation. The natural 
advantages of this State, and especially of the 
flourishing city of Holyoke, are unrivalled for 
securing to manufacturers the utmost facilities. 
Prominent among the paper mills in Holyoke is 
the Syms & Dudley Paper Co. This company was 
duly iu('orporated September, 1880, with a paid up- 
capital of 1150,000, since _which period it has 
obtained a liberal, influential and permanent 
patronage in all sections of the United States and 
Canada. The company's ample resources, superior 
plant, and (he experience and business capacity of 
its executive, all go to maintain it in the front 
rank of the paper industry. The following gentle- 
men are the officers, viz : William Whiting, presi- 
dent; George F. Dudley, treasurer; William E. 
Syms, manager. The mills are very spacious, and 
are .admirably equipped with all the latest im- 
proved apparatus and machinery kuown to the 
tr.ade, einiiloyment being given in the Viirious 
departmeut-s to 180 skilled operatives. The 
capacity of the mills is thirteen tons daily, and 
the machinery is operated by six water powers. 



The company manufactures largely engine sized, 
flat and ruled writings, card board and book 
papers. The processes by which the manufacture 
of the above named papers is conducted are of 
the most perfect character, and the utmost care 
is exercised by the officers to maintain the highest 
standard of excellence, consequently the paper of 
the .Syms & Dudley Co. is in constant and rapidly 
increasing demand in all parts of the country. 
The industry and enterprise of the promoters of 
this and other similar companies have made 
America independent forever of foreign manu- 
facturers of all grades and qualities of paper. 

George Nightingale, Paper, Paper Stock and 
Woolen Kags, 24 & 26 Main Street. — There are now 
in the United States 1400 paper mills turning out 
.'?100,000, OOOof paper every year, andthewhole of 
this immeuse business is based upon the utiliza- 
tion of what would be otherwise waste substances. 
As old paper is made again into new, so old 
woolen rags are worked into new cloth by the aid of 
ingenious and splendid machinery. In this con- 
nection, special attention is directed in this re- 
view of the industries and commerce of Holyoke, 
Mass., to the reliable and representative house of 
Mr. George Nightingale, wholesale dealer in paper, 
paper stock and woolen rags. This bu.siness was 
established by the present proprietor in 1879, since 
which period he has built up a liberal and per- 
manent patronage. The premises occupied, com- 
prise a superior four-story brick building with 
b.asement 2.5x100 feet in dimensions, fully equipped 
with all the necessary facilities lor the accommo- 
dation of the large and valuable stock. Mr. Night- 
ingale has intimate connections with many of the 
largest consumers of these goods in the country, 
and is conducting a rapidly increasing business 
throughout New England, New York and the 
neighboring States. All his paper stock and woolen 
rags are carefully graded, and ready for immediate 
use by manufacturers. Mr. Nightingale is a 

native of Boston, Mass., and is greatly respected in 

mercantile life for his business ability and sterling 

integrity. 

F. C Steele & Co., Wholesale Dealers in 
Dressed Beef and Provisions, Race and Cross 
Streets. — Established April 1st, 1886, this con- 
cern met at once with generous and gratifying 
recognition from the public and h.as since pursued 
a career marked by rapid and continued expan- 
sion. Messrs. F. C. Steele & E. S. Steele compose 
the firm, gentlemen of large and valuable experi- 
ence. The building in which the affairs of the 
house are conducted is perfectly arranged for the 
reception and preservation of the heavy stock 
carried. The refrigerating apparatus has a capa- 
city for filty cattle, or eighty tons of meat, and the 
prime condition of the goods is thus always 
assured. Messrs. Steele & Co. make a specialty 
of Chicago dressed beef, and its popularity is 
illustrated in the fact that wherever introduced 
it takes precedence. Dealers will find this con- 
cern a most reliable one with which to enter into 
business relations, while the prices quoted are 
always low and attractive. All orders are 
promptly filled and delivered to any .section of 
the city. The Messrs. Steele stand well in the 
community and their reputation for probity and 
personal worth is firmly established. 



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Kelly & Wesely, Stoves and Ranges, 
Plumbing, Sheet Iron and Copper Work to Order, 
Store and Workshop, No. 510 Main Street. — 
Established in 18H3 the house of Messrs. Kelly 
& Wesely has occupied more than an ordinary 
position. The firm occupy a store 50x25 I'eet, and 
a workshop adjoining 40x25 feet in size. The 
store is commodious, well-fitted up and is filled 
with a large and well assorted stock of stoves 
and ranges, tin, sheet iron and copper ware in 
variety. And embraces a full line of everything 
belonging to its special head. The firm employs 
about six workmen and executes all kinds of 
plumbing, sheet iron and copper work to order, at 
short notice and in the most workmanlike man- 
ner. Special attention is given to mill work, all 
kinds being performed in skilled style. The 
members of the firm, Messrs. C. C. Kelly and II. 
P. Wesely, are both practically acquainted with 
every branch of their business and give their per- 
sonal superintendence to all the operations of 
their house. Mr. Kelly is a native of Chicopee 
Falls, Mass., while Mr. Wesely was born in 
Canada. 

John O'Donnell, Choice Groceries, Flour 
and Provisions, No. 215 Lyman Street, — A leading 
and at the same time one of the oldest houses 
engaged in the grocery trade is that conducted by 
Mr. John O'Donnell. This gentleman, who is a 
native of Ireland, has resided in this country for 
thirty-four years. In 1H(!4 he established him- 
self in business in Holyoke, and has since con- 
ducted a first-class trade as a general dealer in gro- 
ceries, provisions and liquors. He disposed of his 
liquor business to his son, in May of the preseut 
year, and has since devoted his entire attention to 
the care of his grocery. He occupies the store 
No. 215 Lyman street, also the rear portion of 
No. 217, using the latter as a storeroom. His 
store is fitted up in first-class style and is filled 
with a large and exhaustive assortment of choice 
groceries, flour and provisions, all fresh, pure, 
and of the finest i[uality, and sold at the lowest 
figures. Mr. O'Donnell has ever enjoyed the 
reputation of being a reliable and enterprising 
merchant. 

W. L. L'Esperauoe, Druggist, 289 High 
Street. — A thoroughly representative drug estab- 
lishment is that conducted by Mr. W. L. L'Esper- 
ance. This business was establi.shed in 1883 by 
the present proprietor, who is a skilled pharmacist 
and has had long and valuable experience at the 
profession. His elegantly furnished store, 90x25 
feet in dimensions, is filled with a large, superior 
assortment of pure and reliable drugs, medicines; 
chemicals, elc, toilet and tancy articles and a 
choice line of perfumery. At tlie rear of the store 
is the laboratory, which is equipped with all the 
improved appliances of the apotliecary's art. 
Special attention is paid to compounding phy- 
sicians' prescriptions and family recipes, care 
being exercised to guard against any possible 
errors, and the best material being used in 
preparing medicines. Mr. L'Esperance is a 
native of Champlain, N. Y. He employs two 
competent assistants and enjoys a large patron- 
age, particularly from the French residents of 
this city, by whom he is held in deservedly high 
est^m. 



H. H. Carter, Livery, Hack and Boarding 
Stable, Rear of Holyoke House. — Among the 
liverymen of Holyoke Mr. H. H. Carter has for 
fourteen years been prominent. His stables com- 
prise several buildings, covering an area of 60x80 
feet. In the front are two brick buildings, divided 
by an archway, and one of these buildings is 
used as an office and the other as a clipping 
department. In the rear are a one-story brick 
building and a two-story frame building enclosing 
a yard. The stables are thoroughly drained, well 
ventilated and equipped. There is accommoda- 
tion for from 60 to 65 horses and for 40 carriages. 
Hacks, coupes, buggies, light wagons, etc., are kept 
i for hire. Hacks are run to all the regular trains, 
and weddings, funerals and private parties are 
supplied at most reasonable rates, careful and 
experienced drivers being furnished. Telephone 
orders receive prompt attention. Horses are 
boarded by the day, week or month. Mr Carter 
is assisted by a stafl' of thirteen hands. He 
is a native of New Hampshire, and a most genial 
gentleman. 

B. F. Perkin.s, Machinist, Mill, Cabot Street, 
East Wing.— When Mr. B. F. Perkins, the 
well-known |machinist, established his business 
here in 1873 he had, to begin with, the know- 
ledge of his calling that had been acquired by 
long years of practical e.xperience comliined 
with energy of character and the determina- 
tion to succeed. His success has been most 
.sanguine and to-day he is one of Holyoke's 
representative business men. His machine shop 
is located at the east wing of Cabot street and 
covers an area of 100x70 feet in extent. It is fully 
equipped with the finest machinery, which i.s 
operated with water power. Mr. Perkins em- 
ploys ten hands and repairs and builds all kinds 
of li.ght machinery, giving particular attention to 
repairing paper machinery. Every description of 
work in this line is executed by Mr. Perkins, and 
all work is guaranted to be first-class. Mr. Per- 
kins is a native of New Hampshire and work en- 
trusted to his care may be depended upon. 

J. li. Ingrhani, Practical Wood Turner, Col- 
umns. Warp Beams, Bobbins, Shells, and Iron 
Cudgeon Rolls, etc.. First Level Canal, between 
Appleton and Cabot Streeis, — An important de- 
partment of manufacturing enterprise is here 
represented. The business was inaugurated in 
1873 by John Ingham, Mr. J. L. Ingham succeed- 
iugto theproiuietorsbipin 1H84. This gentleman, 
who is a native of Massachusetts, having been 
born at Conway, has bad an experience of ten 
years at his present busine.'is and is a thorough 
master of his profession. Mis shop is fully equip- 
ped with improved appliances and is provide d 
with water ]iower. Mr. Ingham is a practical 
wood turner and an expert at all branches of tl.e 
craft. He manufactures columns, warp beams, 
bobbins, shells, and iron cudgeon rolls, maple or 
basswood logs for size rolls, etc., etc. A specialty 
is made of mill work and the best workmanship 
and the most reasonable prices are made possible 
by the excellent facilities at the disposal of the 
concern. Mr. Ingham enjoys a first-class city and 
State patronage. He employs three competert 
assistants and is himself thoroughly trained in 
every branch of the business he is prosecuting. 



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P. J. Donnelly, Choice Family Groceries, 
No. 165 High Street. — The reputation of tbisestalj- 
li-shment for selling pure ami superior goods is 
well known. The business was founded in 1872 
by Mr.'E. P.Ford, who conducted it with remark- 
able success until 1885, when he disposed of his 
interest to the present proprietor, Mr. P. J. Don- 
nelly, who is a native of Chicopee. He is a gentle- 
man of extended experience in the business, hav- 
ing been engaged iu the various departments of 
the trade for many years. The store has a front- 
age of 25 feet and a depth of 80 feet. It is very 
neatly fitted up, and admirably adapted for the 
purpose for which it is used. Three clerks and a 
delivery wagon are employed, goods being deliv- 
ered, free to the numerous customers of the house 
in all sections of the city. The stock ciirried is a 
very extensive and select one, and embraces staple 
and fancy groceries of every description, while a 
specialty is made of fine teas, pure cotfees and ; 
spices. The finest flour, and butter, eggs and 
cheese from the farm,canued goods in great variety, 
condiments and table delicacies of all kinds are 
also to be obtained here at prices which cannot be 
excelled l)y any other establishment in the city. 
The patronage of the house is both large and 
influential, and a brisk trade is done. 

H. C Carrington, Steam and Gas Fitting 
and Plumbing, No. 9 Main Street. — This house 
was established iu 1871 by Mr. H. C. Carrington, 
who is a native of Chester, Mass., and has 
been a, citizen of Holyoke for a long term of 
years. His business quarters are at No. 9 Main 
street, where he occupies a store and basement 
each 50x25 feet in dimensions. The jilace is 
thoroughly equipped and is supplied with steam 
power by a ten-horse power engine and boiler. 
Mr. Carrington carries on a very large business as 
a steam and gas fitter and plumber, and he is 
accounted an expert at the trade. His services 
a,re largely employed by the building trade as well 
as by individual owners and tenants, and he has 
executed the plumbing, steam and gas fitting for 
many of the finest residences, hotels and public 
buildings in the city. He employs a stalfof fifteen 
experienced hands, and closely supervises all the 
operations of the business, to which he gives the 
benefit of his long experience and practical know- 
ledge. Mr. Carrington is also an extensive dealer 
in steam, gas and water pipes, valves, fittings, 
etc., and carries a large stock of all the requisites 
in these lines. 

John J. Nug-ent, City Pharmacy, No. 138 
High Street. — A popular establishment is that 
of Mr. John J. Nugent, who founded his 
present business in 1874, and his experience 
since has been a progressive one. The store 
in dimensions is 60x25 feet. The place is 
admirably arranged and is well stocked with a 
full assortment of pure, fresh drugs, chemicals, 
pharmaceutical preparations, patent medicines, 
toilet articles, and all those requisites that belong 
to the business. The place is furnished with 
handsome show cases and an elegant soda fountain. 
A particularly large .stock of toilet and fancy arti- 
cles and perfumery is carried. The prescription 
department is under the immediate supervision of 
Mr. Nugent, who has a full knowledge of drui;s 
and medicines from long association with them, 



knows the value and properties, and compounds 
with accuracy and care physicians' prescriptions 
and family recipes. Mr. Nugent employs two 
competent assistants and is enjoying aprosperous 
business. 

Taber & Chapman, Jewelers,No. 183 High 
Street. — The house of Messrs. Taber & Chapman 
is deserving of special mention, inasmuch as it is 
the oldest establishment in its line of trade in the 
city. The house was founded in 1848 by Mr. L. A. 
Taber, the firm style afterward changing to Messrs. 
L. A. Taber & Son. In 1882, another change in the 
management took place, Messrs. Taber & Chapman 
assuming the control. The headquarters of the 
establishment is large, commodious, and excel- 
lently appointed throughout. The stock is the chief 
attraction and comprises an elegant assortment of 
fine gold and silver watches, diamonds, gold jew- 
elry and silverware of all desirable designs, the 
variety shown being one of the principal features of 
the stock. Both a wholesale and retail trade is 
carried on, the firm enjoying a large city and 
suburban trade, and, selling nothing but first-class 
goods to their patrons, being fair and liberal in 
their prices, their business methods commend 
themselves to all. The members of the firm are 
both natives of Massachusetts, Mr. F. L. Taber 
having been born in Holyoke and Mr. E. M. Chap- 
man at Southampton. 

T. J. Morrow, Jeweler, No. 233 High 
Street. — A prominent house engaged iu the jew- 
elry business in this city is that of Mr. T. J. Mor- 
row, who has been engaged in business since 
Det;ember, 1885, and has already attracted a large 
patronage by reason of the superior work per- 
formed by him, and the extra fine goods which he 
sells. Mr. Morrow is a practical watchmaker 
and has had ample experience in his trade, with 
the result of making him an expert at the business. 
He carries a moderately large assortment of fine 
Hampden, "Waltham and Elgin watches, and a 
desirable stock of clocks and jewelry. A specialty 
dealt in by him is the Brooklyn Watch Case Com- 
pany's cases, which are so ju.stly celebrated for 
their superior qualities. Mr. Morrow is a native 
of Brooklyn, born in 18.58, and has resided in this 
city for some years. His reasonable prices and 
honest dealing have been highly appreciated by 
all who have patronized him. 

H. E. Gaylord, Wood and Coal, Wood Sawed 
and Split to Order. — For ten years, Mr. H. E. Gay- 
lord has been conducting an extensive business as 
a general dealer in wood anil coal. His office and 
yard cover a space of 150x50 feet. The yard is in 
I connection with the Holyoke and Westfield rail- 
' road by a switch track and has every facility for 
shipment of orders. About seven hands are em- 
ployed by Mr. Gaylord, and a large trade is done 
in supplying residents .of Holyoke and South 
Hadley Falls with coal and wood. Franklin coal 
from Lykens Valley and all kinds of coal are fur- 
nished in any desired quantity. Mr. Gaylord is a 
native of South Hadley, and now resides at South 
Hadley Falls. He is an enterprising merchant, 
fully alive to the wants of the public, and know- 
ing how to meet the demands of the trade. He is 
recognized as a representative merchant and valu- 
able citizen and a gentleman of high standing. 



LEADING MERCHANTS AND MANUFACTVBERS. 



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Treiublay & Codaire, Dry Goods, Notions 
and Millinery, 345 and 347 Main Street. — Messrs. 
Tremblay & Codaire are prominent and repre- 
sentative business men of this city, and since they 
established their liouse here in March, 1883, have 
built up a large and influential line of custom that 
is steadily and continually increasing in volume. 
This firm have their headquarters at Nos. 345 and 
347 Main street, where they occupy a handsome 
store fronting for thirty feet on the street and 
running back a depth of one hundred feet. The 
store is handsomely furnished throughout and is 
elegant iu all its appointments. The stock car- 
ried is the chief feature ; there is a complete assort- 
ment of fine dry goods, notions, millinery, and 
ladies' and gentlemen's furnishing goods. The 
goods have all been carefully selected direct from 
the best and most fashionable sources of supply, 
and which commend their own merits to the most 
fastidious customer, on inspection, while the prices 
asked are astonishiugly low. The house has a 
wide trade, covering all parts within a radius of 
fifteen miles of the city. The members of the 
firm are Me.ssrs. Joseph Tremblay, Jr., and Napo- 
leon Codaire, both natives of Canada. These 
gentlemen are enterprising business men and pop- 
ular merchants, and with their eight competent 
assistants are kept continually busy in attending 
to their numerous customers, who find the house 
one with whom it is pleasant to have business 
relations. 

Mark Wood, Real Estate, General Business 

Agency, Office, No. 70 Dwight Street. — Prose- 
cuting a successful enterprise in the real estate 
line with signal ability is Mr. Mark Wood, who 
established himself here in 1881, and deals in city 
and suburban property exclusively. He carries 
on a general real estate business, rents houses, 
collects rents, takes charge of estates, etc. His 
thorough knowledge of the laws and customs of 
real estate, his long experience in all the intricate 
details of his calling, and his intimate acquaint- 
ance with men and affairs in this community 
render him just the man who can be consulted 
upon all such matters with the utmost confi- 
dence. Mr. Wood is a native of England, has 
resided iu Holyoke for fourteen years and has 
made hosts of friends here. His work is always 
performed promptly and faithfully, and his 
patrons are ever ready to recommend him as an 
authority upon all matters relating to this 
important branch of trade, and he has always 
enjoyed a liberal patronage from substantial prop- 
erty-holders in the city and its vicinity. 

Pierre Boiivouloir, No. 103 High Street. 
— This enterprising gentleman, who is one of our 
most popular merchants and worthy citizens, 
established the business of this house in 1871, 
and commands a large and influential trade, hav- 
ing a large patronage from the first citizens of the 
community. His store is large, commodious and 
finely appointed in every particular. In size it is 
25x100 feet, is finished in handsome oak fixtures, 
is always kept taultlessly clean, and presents an 
inviting appearance. The stock is superb, being 
carefully selected from the most reliable sources 
and is first class in every respect. It includes 
the finest teas, coftees, spices, and sugars, the best 
meats, the sweetest creamery butter and the 



choicest table delicacies. The sttue is provided 
with new and improved refrigerators for keeping 
meat and butter, and the best qualities in these 
lines can always be had here. Eight competent 
assistants are employed and every patron receives 
courteous and prompt attention. Mr. Bonvouloir 
is a native of Canada and haz resided in this city 
for fifteen years. He is partner in the firm of 
Bonvouloir & Moquin, importers of and wholesale' 
dealers in liquors and wines at No. 120 High 
street, which business was established in May, 
1886. 

Palace of Fashion, No. 156 High Street, 
Importer and Manufacturer of Bonnets, Hats, 
Lace Goods, Ostrich and Fancy Feathers, Arti- 
ficial Flowers, D. Rogers, Projirietor. — The attrac- 
tive establishment of Messrs. Rogers and Schreier, 
although only opened in January of the year 
1886, is already a leader in its line in Holyoke. 
The store has been appropriately named the " Pal- 
ace of Fashion, "for such it assuredly is. The estab- 
lishment is handsomely furnished throughout, the 
floor carpeted, the counters made attractive by 
elegant show cases, and the entireplace isamodel 
of attractiveness. The rear part of the store is fur- 
nished with large mirrors and other conveniences 
for the use of ladies, and two commodious show 
windows always contain a hand.'^ome display of fine 
goods. A very large stock iscarried, the firm being 
extensive importers and manufacturers of bonnets, 
hats, lace goods, ostrich and fancy feathers, arti- 
ficial flowers, silks, velvets, oinaments, crapes and 
ribbons, also straw goods at wholesale and retail. 
Work is made to order in all the correct styles of 
art, on short notiee and at reasonable prices. 
The proprietor of the establishment, Mr. D. Rogers, 
is a native of New York city, as is also the man- 
ager, Mr. A. Schreier. The house employs thir- 
teen efficient assistants. A branch of the house 
located at Westfield, Mass., is also in a flourishing 
condition. 

E. H. Allyn & Co., Clothiers and Fur- 
nishers, No. 253 High Street, Opposite City Hall. 
— The elegantly appointed store of Messrs. E. H. 
Allyn, opposite the City Hall, is one of the most 
notably attractive establishments in the city. It 
has a frontage of 25 feet and a depth 160 feet ; and 
it is handsomely fitted up in cherry fixtures, and 
splendidly lighted by two fine show windows. 
The stock cairied includes a large assortment of 
fashionable ready-made clothing of the finest 
material and best woikman-'hip for men, youth, 
boys and children; hats and cops in the prevail- 
ing fa.shion ; the latest designs in shirts, 
underwear, gloves, hosiery, and neckwear, and 
novelties of all kinds in gentlemen's furnishing 
goods. The business, which has attained import- 
ant proportions, was established by the present 
proprietor, Mr. E. H. Allyn, in September, 1884, 
and he has built up a first-class trade and an 
enviable reputation. They are the agents lor 
Burt's improved shield shirt, of which they keep 
on hand a large and varied stock. They are also 
agents for Miller's New York hats. The transac- 
tions of this house are characterized by liberality 
and fair dealing, which have resulted in securing 
for them a trade of creditable proportions, an ex- 
cellent reputation and a list of patrons that is 
constantly increasing. 



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John Tilley & Co., Furniture, Carpets and 
Bedding, Nos. Ill, 113 and 115 Main Street.— This 
business was established in 187'^ by Messrs. John 
Tilley & Co., wlio oecnpy an entire three-story 
building and basement, .50x75 feet in dimensions, 
which is handsomely and attractively fitted up, 
and everything which may properly belong to the 
furnishing of a house may be found here. On the 
lirst floor is displayed a handsome assortment of 
centre tables, hall stands, butfets, carpets, etc., in 
the most varied and desirable designs. On the 
second floor may be seen an elegant showing in 
parlor furniture of artistic design and superior 
workmanship. On the third floor is contained bed- 
room sets and dining-room furniture, mattresses, 
bedding, and the goods are all ofl'ered at the lowest 
prices, customers having the privilege to purchase 
for cash or on easy instalment payments. A 
large trade is enjoyed by the firm, extending to 
all parts of the city and to within a radius of 
twenty -five miles. The members of the firm are 
Messrs. John Tilley, C. L. Kellogg and S. E. Mon- 
tague. The first named is a native of Granby, 
Mass., the two latter of South Hadley, Mass., and 
all stand high in commercial circles. 

Hubbard & Tabei-, Printers and Fine 

Stationers, No. 270 High Street, near City Hall. 
— The printers' art is ably represented iu Holyoke 
by Messrs. Hubliard & Taber, who have been in 
business at their present stand since 1877, and 
who have built up a large trade connection of an 
influential character. The co-partners are Messrs. 
J. N. Hubbard and C. H. Taber. The former is 
a native of Illinois and the latter was born in 
Holyoke. Both are practical printers of long 
experience, and understand all the details of the 
business. They occupy a very neatly appointed 
store, 25x80 feet in dimensions, and iu the rear of 
this a well equipped press room and composing 
room. Three jobbing presses and one cylinder 
press are operated by a two-horse power steam 
engine, and the fonts of type are of the most 
modern and eflicient character. Every descrip- 
tion of printing is promptly executed and in the 
highest style of the art. The store is stocked 
with a large as.sortment of mercantile and fancy 
stationery, blank books, etc., and everything 
needed in the way of printing or stationery goods 
of all kinds may be had here at bottom prices. 
The firm is an enterprising and energetic one. 

B. E. Morgan, Druggist, No. 309 High 
Street. — Prominent among the members of the 
pharmaceutical profession is Mr. R. E. Morgan. 
This gentleman was born in Newtown, North 
"Wales, Great Britain, and in 1849 came to the 
United States. He resided for many years at 
Great Barrington, Mass., whence he came to 
Holyoke. He started business on High street, 
afterwards removing to No. 399 Main street. On 
September 1st, 1886, he removed to his present 
store, which is large and convenient, and fitted up 
in the most elegant manner with hand.some show 
ca.ses, store fixtures, soda-water fountains, etc. 
Mr. Morgan has had ((uite an extended exjierience 
in the drug trade and is a skilled and accomplished 
pharmacist, having a full knowledge of drugs 
and medicines and their properties. Mr. Morgan 
had charge of the Kegimental Hospital and Dis- 
pensary at Alexandria during the civil war, 



acting as assistant surgeon when mustered out. 
He compounds physicians' prescriptions and family 
recipes with the greatest degree of exactitude 
and always uses the purest and freshest drugs. 
He carries in stock a choice, well-selected assort- 
ment of pure drugs and fresh medicines and phar- 
maceutical preparations, and also proprietary 
remedies of known merit, together with all kinds 
of toilet and perfumery goods, and all those 
articles used by physicians iu their jiractice. 
Two assistants are employed, and the house has 
an excellent city and country trade. 

M. A. Marks, Merchant Tailor, No. 81 Main 
Street. — Mr. M. A. Marks is one of the most 
accomplished tailors in Holyoke. He is a popular 
caterer to the finest class of custom and enjoys an 
enviable patronage. The business was established 
in 1877, and from its inception to the present it 
has been attended by the most luarked success. 
His store has a frontage of 25x.50 feet. At the 
rear of this is a workshop 25x20 feet in dimen- 
sions. The store is very elaborate in its fittings 
and furnishings, and a full .stock of the choicest 
cloths of both Ibreign and domestic manufacture 
is displayed in great variety. The importations 
are made direct, thus enabling the proprietor to 
give the public the full benefit of his facilities. 
Ten trained artisans are employed. Mr. Marks, 
is a practical cutter of extended experience, and in 
cut, fini.sh and general excellence the reputation 
of the house is a credit to its proprietor. Mr. 
Marks is a native of New York city. 

U. E. Rivest, Trunks, Traveling Bags, Boots, 
Shoes, etc.. No. 104 High Street. — Prominent among 
the business men of this city is Mr. U. E. Riv- 
est, manufacturer of trunks and dealer in trunks, 
traveling bags, boots, shoes, etc Mr. Rivest estab- 
lished his business in this eiiy in 1881 and has 
since built up a large and important trade. His 
store covers an area of 90x25 leet. It is attractively 
fitted up and is filled with a complete assortment 
of fine goods, which are of the mo.st reliablechar- 
acter, and the ))rices are as low as the lowest. The 
assortment of boots, shoes and rubbers is first class 
in every particular, and are purchased direct from 
the most desirable manufacturing sources. Mr. 
Kivest is a native of Canada and has resided in 
Massachusetts for a long number of years, llTing 
at Chicopee before coming to Holyoke. 

S. T. Miller, Livery, Hack and Boarding 
Stable, Nos. 3 and 5 Ely Street.— Mr. S. T. Miller 
established his livery, hack and boarding stable 
in this city in 1883 The premises occupied con- 
.sist of a substantial two story brick building, 60 
x40 feet in dimensions, an extension frame 25x25 
feet, and a Irame building for carriages, the dimen- 
sions of the latter being 100x25 feet. The stables 
are always kept in a scrupulously clean condition 
and have every facility for the accommodation of 
about thirty horses and the care of as many 
vehicles. Mr. Miller owns ten fine horses and 
eleven light carriages and carryalls, which he 
supplies to those desiring to hire at reasonable 
rates. Horses are boarded by the day, week or 
month at satisfactory prices. Five hands are 
employed. Mr. Miller is a native of New Hamp- 
shire, and is a thorough horseman and reliable 
business man. 



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L. H. Fortier & Co., Druggists and Pliar- 
lUiicists, No. 372 High Street. — Messrs. L. H. 
Fortier & Co., proprietors of one of the most 
popular drug stores in the city, command a, 
large and influential patronage. They began 
Ijusiness at No. 37'2 High street, in 1884, where 
they have a handsome store, 25.'c80 feet in dimen- 
sions. It is elegantly fitted up with a.sh fi.xtures, 
soda-water fountain, show cases, etc. It is well 
stocked with a full and complete assortment of 
the purest drugs and chemicals, all the latest 
novelties in perfumery, toilet goods, etc., and low 
prices and fair and equitable dealing are the basis 
upon which the busiuess is conducted. A 
specialty is made of the compounding of phy- 
sicians' prescriptions and family receipts, aud the 
utmost care aud accuracy are exercised. The 
business is under the immediate care of Mr. L. H. 
Fortier, who is a native of Waterbury, Vt., a 
pharmaceutical graduate, aud a chemist of 
extended experience. Mr. John Cunningham, 
is a native of Canada, and an old resident of 
Holyoke, but takes no part in the management 
of the business. 

Ertwai'd H. Howland, Wholesale and 
Retail Grower of Flowers and Plants, Offices, 
Easthampton, and No. 64 Dvvight Street. — The 
house of Mr. Edward H. Howland, who estab- 
lished himself in bu.siness in Holyoke in 1883, 
has met with much success. This gentleman, 
who is a floriculturist and horticulturist of long 
experience, is thoroughly v«rsed in every detail 
of his fascinating profession. His office and 
salesroom are nicely fitted up, and have every 
facility for the successful prosecution of business. 
A large nursery is attached, filled with choice 
flowers and plants. Mr. Howland has eight large 
greenhouses, two located at No. 142 Dwight 
street, the other six at Easthampton, Mass. He 
supplies a large demand for all kinds of flowers, 
including the rarest and most splendid varieties 
of foreign and native flowering shrubs, and excels 
in superb floral decorations. Mr. Howland also 
furnishes bouquets, wreaths, and various em- 
blematic designs for weddings, balls, parties, 
and also funerals, in new and original forms. 
He enjoys both a wholesale and retail trade. 

J. S. Preston, Jr., Glents' Furnishings, 
etc., No. 21 Dwight Street, under Holyoke House. 
— Among the popular and successful exponents 
of the gentlemen's furnishing goods' trade is 
Mr. J. S. Preston, Jr., at No. 21 Dwight street, 
under the Holyoke House, also at No. 269 High 
street. The place is attractively fitted up and 
furnished thrcjughout. Mr. Preston, who is a 
native of South Hadley, Mass., established 
himself in business in this city in September, 
1879, and has since, by his pushing enterprise, 
attracted an excellent city trade and made his 
establishment a popular one. He carries a first- 
class assortment of gentlemen's furnishing goods 
of all kinds, including all the latest and most 
desirable novelties, also a full line of fine hats 
and caps in the most fashionable shapes and 
styles and sold hy him at reasonable prices asked 
for the same. His goods are obtained from the 
best and most fashionable sources of supply 
and in such quantities as to enable him to sell 
at the lowest figures. 



A. Judsoii Kand, No. 9 Dwight Steeet, 
Dealer in Watches, Diamonds, Jewelry, etc. — Mr. 
Rand, who is a native of Holyoke, and has had 
sixteen years' practical experience in his line of 
trade, founded his enterprise in 1879, and he has 
since built up a very extensive and substantial 
business. His store, which has a frontage of 25 
feet and a depth of 40 feet, isueat, well appointed 
and attractive, and is stocked wilh a handsome 
and valuable assortment of diamonds and other 
precious stones, a fiue array of foreign and domes- 
tic manufactured gold and silver watches, rich, 
solid golil jewelry in all the latest designs, marble 
and other clocks, silverware of every description, 
etc. Mr. Rand carries one of the largest and 
fiuest stocks in his line in the city, and offijrs 
special bargains to his patrons. Competent and 
skilled workmen are employed, and a specialty 
of the business is the repair of watches and jew- 
elry. Throughout his business career Mr. Rand 
has ever enjoyed the reputation of being an enter- 
prising and reliable tradesman. 

C. J. Fisher & Co., Brokers in Grain, Stocks 
and Petroleum, No. 189 High Street, Room 1; J. 
F. Miller, Agent. — Mr. J. F. Miller is the repre- 
sentative in this city of the well-known New York 
firm of brokers, Messrs. C. J. Fisher & Co. The 
firm is an old established and reputable one, and 
the partners are members of the Consolidated 
Exchange and of the Chicago Board of Trade. 
Their offices are connected by private wires with 
all the principal leading commercial centres in the 
country, and over these wires reports of all changes 
in the stock and other markets of the country are 
being constantly received. The firm opened their 
branch office in Holyoke in July, 1886, and this is 
in charge of Mr. J. F. Miller, who is a native of 
New York City, and a most agreeable, enterpris- 
ing business gentleman. His office, which is 
connected by private wire with the New York 
office, is handsomely fitted up, and a bulletin 
board announces all changes in values of stock.s. 
etc. The firm buy, sell and carry for customers, 
on commission, grain, provisions, stocks and oil, 
either lor cash or future delivery, on small mar- 
gins and in lots to suit. They also handle all 
kinds of bonds, securities, etc. 

M. F. Walsh, Dealer in Groceries and Pro- 
visions, corner Lyman and Maple Streets. — The 
estimation in which the establishment of Mr. 
M. F. Walsh is held by the people is shown in 
the large patronage which isgiven that gentleman. 
This business was inaugurated by Mr. Walsh 
in 1881 and has been managed with consummate 
business ability. His store is large and well ap- 
pointed throughout. It is filled with a capital 
assortment of choice family and staple groceries, 
including fresh teas, coffees, spices, sugar, flour, 
canned goods, condiments etc., and also a full 
line of first-cla,ss provisions of all sorts. The 
goods are .ofl'ered for sale at remarkably low 
prices, and this fact, taken into consideration in 
connection with the superior quality of the stock, 
is a sufficient reason why this is a desirable 
source for families to obtain their household 
supplies from. Mr. Walsh is a native of Lee, 
Mass., and possessed in a marked degree with 
those characteristics that combine to make up 
the successful man of busiuess. 



SOUTH HADLEY FALLS. 



The town of South Hadley was originally the second parish of Hadley ; it was settled about th* 
year 1721, and incorporated as a town in 1753. It is one of the most beautiful in this part of the State, 
having on its nortliern border Mount Holyoke, which rises to an altitude eight hundred and thirty feet 
above the Connecticut that flows at its feet. The views commanded from the summit of tlii.s mountain 
ranlc with the most charming in New England, and, indeed, cannot be surpassed in their kind by any in 
the country. 

Houtli Hadley Falls is a town in Hampshire county, and is delightfully located on the east bank of 
the Connecticut, directly opposite the busy and progressive young city of Holyoke. The name it now 
bears is derived from the waterfalls of the river at this point, the descent being about forty-five feet 
over a series of rapids. 

The village is a bright and stirring place, and some of its manufacturing enterprises share witli 
the City of Holyoke in the immense water-power made availalile by the dam. Many of these enter- 
prises are projected upon a large scale, as will be observed by the reader of tlie following sketches, from 
which he will be able to form an accurate opinion as to its general business interests. 

The public improvements of South Hadley Falls are thoroughly modern, and of the best descrip- 
tion. Among them the three churches should be mentioned — Congregational, Methodist Episcopal, and 
Roman Catholic— and also the schools, of which there are several graded, besides the High School. 

F'reemasonry, the Knights of Pythias, and the Ancient Order of Foresters have societies here. 

Tlie town still persists in growing, and its people represent the foremost spirit and temper of New 
England civilization. 



Hiram Smith, Dealer in Groceries, Dry 
(Joods, Hardware, Crockery, Clothing, Wooden 
Ware and Feed. — Commenced in 18.51 and conduct- 
ed ably and skilfully, the establishment ofMr. 
Hiram Smith has grown to bean important factor 
in mercantile affairs. The business premises really 
consist of two connecting stores, covering an area 
of 50x50 feet. Mr. Smith is a general dealer in 
groceries, dry goods, hardware, crockery, clothing, 
woodenware and feed, his store, in short, being a 
general snpply store, from which household and 
other .supplies may be obtained. The goods in 
each line carried are of the best. He is assisted 
in attending to his numerous customers by three 
active, competent clerks, and employs a delivery 
team to carry orders to their destination. In 
prices this concern is not to be excelled for cheap- 
ness. Mr. Smith, the proprietor, is a native of 
this town and is one of the most prominent of our 
merchants, being president of the Valley Paper Co. 

Charles Church, Manufacturer of Every 
Description of Tin, Copper and Sheet Iron Ware, 
and Dealer in Stoves, Front Street. — jn 1861 Mr. 
Charles Church e.stablished himself in business 
in South Hadley Falls, as a general manufacturer 
of tin, copper and sheet iron ware, and dealer in 
cooking, parlor and office stoves, also pumps, 
sinks, lead-pipe. Japanned and Britannia ware. 
He was a practical workman at the start, and 
these additional twenty-five, years experience 
have given nim an insight into all the details of 

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the business, the extent of which is surpassed 
but by few engaged in this line of trade. Mr. 
Church is a native of Granby, Mass., but his 
long residence in this town has made him as well 
known as the "oldest inhabitant." His store is 
40x25 feet in dimenisons, with a workshop adjoin- 
ing, covering the same space. The store is filled 
with a first-class stock of tin, copper and .sheet 
iron ware, also cooking, parlor and oflSce stoves 
of all kinds, all of the best grades of manufac- 
ture. Mr. Church employs two hands and exe- 
cutes jobbing of all kinds. 

\V. H. Wood, Druggist, Front Street.— This 
active, reliable house was founded in 18(i8, 
by Mr. W. H. Wood. Mr. Wood, who is a 
native of Gardner, Mass., is a practical drug- 
gist and pharmacist, keeping only the most 
reliable chemicals and the finest of drugs. The 
store is large and the interior fittings and fix- 
tures are all attractive, and of a character which 
reflects the highest credit upon the proprietor. 
The stock carried embraces a superior assortment 
of pnre. fresh drugs, reliable chemicals, fancy 
goods and toilet articles, perfumery and general 
druggists' sundries. vSpecial attention is paid to 
the prescription department, one compef ent assist- 
ant being en>ployed and the greatest care taken 
to insure accuracy. All goods purchased from this 
establishment may be depended upon to be as 
represented, and a more desirable drug store at 
which to deal can not be found. 



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John Gaylord, Dealer in Boots, Shoes and 
Rubbers, Maiu Street. — A prominent house en- 
gaged in this branch of trade is tlie old reliable 
and well known establishment of Mr. John 
Gaylord, at his old stand on Main street, 
which he has occupied for two-score years. The 
business was originally established by him in 
1837, and has attained a very enviable reputation 
for the excellent character of its goods, and the 
liberal and straightforward manner in which the 
business is conducted. The premises occupied 
comprise a store, with workshop in the rear. 
The store is very handsomely fitted up in oak, 
with elegant fixtures. The stock consists of a 
carefully selected assortment of all styles and 
grades of fine, medium and heavy goods in 
mens', boys' and youths' calf, kid and grain but- 
ton, lace and congress, also light and heavy boots, 
ladle's, misses' and childrens' fine kid, goat, 
glove and grain, from the strong and heavy 
walking boot to the dainty slipper. He is also 
the agent for the celebrated U. S. A. children's 
and misses' grain goods, and keeps constantly on 
hand a complete assortment of rubber goods, 
boots, sandals, arctics, etc. These goods are all 
of the best quality, made in the best style of 
workmanship and of the latest and most elegant, 
fashionable patterns. Repairing of all kinds re- 
ceives prompt and special attention. Mr, Gaylord 
is a native of South Hadley. 

Li. O. L'Esperance, Dmggist, Corner 
Main and Bridge Streets. — A pharmacy conducted 
by an experienced and skilful chemist is that of 
Mr. L. O. L'Esperance, generally known as the 
Comer Drug Store, which was but recently estab- 
lished — in April, 1886. The store is large and 
handsomely fitted up in cherry wood and thor- 
oughly equipped with silver-mounted show-cases, 
and a very elaborately constructed soda-water 
fountain. The stock is large and selected with 
the greatest care, embracing pure and fresh drugs 
and chemicals, proprietary medicines of well- 
known merit and reputation, toilet and fancy 
articles, perfumery, druggists' sundries, mineral 
waters of foreign and domestic production, etc. 
Mr. L'Esperance is a thoroughly educated 
druggist, having graduated from the Boston Col- 
lege of Pharmacy, and gives his personal attention 
to the compounding of physicians' prescriptions 
and family recipes, which is always performed 
in a prompt, accurate and satisfactory manner 
from pure fresh drugs. Mr. L'Esperance is a 
native of New York State. 

Carey & Glimz, Dealers in Beef, Pork, 
Lard, Hams, Tripe, Oysters and Vegetables. — Like 
all business centres South Hadley Falls has a 
number of houses devoted to the sale of meats 
and provisions, and among them that conducted by 
Messrs. Carey &Glunz is a leading and prominent 
one. The busine.ss was established here in 18.56 
by Mr. Joseph Bardwell, who was succeeded by 
Messrs. Bardwell & Suhanek, and the latter by 
Suhanek & Carey. In January, 1885, Messrs. 
Carey & Glunz became the proprietors. Both 
these gentlemen, Harvey Carey and Rudolph 
Glunz, are natives of Massachusetts, the former 
having been born at Infield, the latter in this 
town. They occupy a finely fitted up store, 60x2-5 
feet in extent, the fixtures being of oak, the coun- 



ters of marble. The firm are extensive retail 
dealers in beef, pork, lard, hams, tripe, oysters and 
vegetables, and enjoy a large local trade. Two 
active clerks assist in giving attention to the 
numerous customers. Messrs. Carey & Glunz 
are very popular, careful, liberal, yet conserva- 
tive business men. 

Joseph Allen, Manufacturer of and Dealer 
in Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, Cor. Main and 
Bridge Streets. — Mr. Allen inaugurated his busi- 
ness in June, 1885, and has since practically dem- 
onstrated his ability as a business manager. His 
store is 50x25 feet in dimensions and is excel- 
lently fitted up and furnished, being provided 
with every facility and convenience for the 
accommodation of a large trade. Mr. Allen's 
thorough experience in the boot and shoe business 
has enabled him to select a stock that is unex- 
celled by any house in the town, and that has 
attracted to him much of the best class of trade. 
It embraces a full variety of ladies', children's and 
infants' shoes, together with gentlemen's and 
boys' heavy and fine boots and shoes, and a com- 
plete assortment of rubbers of all sizes for both 
sexes. Orders are received for first-class custom- 
work and a specialty is made of fine repairing. 

Boarding and Livery Stable, South 
Main Street, H. Hatfield, Proprietor. — The lead- 
ing livery stables of South Hadley Falls are 
those conducted by Mr. Hatfield, who is one of 
the oldest business men and most prominent 
members of this community. Mr. Hatfield is a 
native of Granby, Mass., born in 1822, and has 
been a resident of South Hadley Falls for fifty- 
seven years. He established his livery business 
in August 15, 1856. His stables are excellent in 
their appointment, and are always kept in clean 
and first-class condition. He has ample accom- 
modations for taking care of seventeen horses 
and a dozen carriages. He possesses ten desira- 
ble driving horses, ten light wagons and three 
hacks, which he lets out at very reasonable rates. 
Six hands are employed. Horses are boarded by 
the day, week or month at the lowest rates. 
Mr. Hatfield, having been in the livery business 
for so many years, understands the handling of 
horses thoroughly. 

J. H. Preston, Painter, Grainer and Paper 
Hanger, Dealer in Paints, Oils, Varnishes, Win- 
dow Glass and Paper Hangings; Shop, Front 
Street. — For thirty-one years Mr. J. H. Preston 
has been carrying on bu.siness in this town. He 
was born at South Hadley, and has nearly all his 
life time resided at the Falls. His store is 40x25 
feet in dimensions. It is filled with a first-class 
stock of paper hangings, paints, oils, varnishes, 
window glass, etc. Mr. I'reston employs from 
four to twelve workmen, as the exigencies 
of his trade may demand, and executes all kinds 
of painting, graining iind paper hanging work in 
first-class style, while his prices are at all times 
moderate. His stock of wall paper contains a 
variety of the newest and most popular designs, 
from which an excellent selection can be made. 
Mr. Preston has a large trade and his services are 
in steady demand by these desiring first-class 
painting done, or graining or paper hanging per- 
lormed in a satisfactory manner. 



TOWN OF CHICOPEE. 



The site now covered by the flourishing town of Chicopee was first cultivated as far back as the 
year 1640, aud a settlement seems to have been made in 1660. But this settlement was broken up 
by the Indians, and its people took refuge with the Springfield colony. The first house was built 
on the north side of what is now Ferry street, at its junction with West street. 

In 1750, a fifth parish of Springfield was created and named Chicopee, but it was not till almost 
a century afterwards — 1848 — that it was incorporated as a town. It is situated in Hampden 
county, on the east bank of the Connecticut, and is the northwestern town of that section of the 
county east of that river. The Chicopee river fiows throueh it in a westerly direction, having a 
fall of seventy feet within the town limits, a splendid power that is utilized to its fullest extent in 
the running of the mills and factories that loom up along its course through Chicopee and Chicopee 
Falls. 

Chicopee proper covers the slopes and flats on the south side of its river namesake, near its month. 
It is four miles north from Springfield, at the junction of the Connecticut River Railroad with the 
Chicopee Falls Branch. The town is an essential factor in the manufacturing system of this portion 
of New England and from its earliest history has been noted for its activity in this branch of indus- 
try. 

In 1787 a blast furnace was erected for the manufacture of hollow iron ware, the iron ore 
being found in its immediate vicinity. A paper mill went up in 1806, and was operated fifteen or 
sixteen years, the paper being made by hand. Three or four years later we find a small mill where 
the carding and spinning of cotton was carried on, the conversion of whose production into cloth by 
hand looms gave employment to many families, the cloth selling for thirty three to forty-two cents 
per yard. These were the modest beginnings and promise of some of the largest and widest known 
manufacturing enterprises in the country, which, among many minor articles, are now engaged in 
producing cotton goods in immense amount and great variety, general machinery, bronze statuary, 
tricycles, sewing machines, swords and belts, cutlery, locks, etc. 

The people of Chicopee take great pride in their public schools, and have reason to. There are 
nine schools, whose system of instruction is careful and thorough, the schools themselves being admir- 
ably well housed in every respect. These comprise : The high, grammar, intermediate and pri- 
mary, two primary, intermediale,WiIliamasett, ungraded and St. Joseph parochial schools. All these 
with the exception of the latter, are carried on under the supervision of a school committee of six 
gentlemen, the following named being the incumbents for the present year : Loranus E. Hitchcock, 
chairman ; Marshall Pease, Michael J. Sullivan, .Tames H. Loomis, Frank P. Cobb, F. X. Deroyn, M. 
D. The services of this committee are supplemented by a school superintendent, R. Hamilton Per- 
kins, and two truant officers. Quite as much pride is taken, also, in the free town library, whose 
cheerful and convenient rooms in the town hall are a fiivorite haunt for a large proportion of the 
young people and their elders. More than eight thousand volumes are here shelved and catalogued 
for their benefit, while the tables are liberally supplied with the standard periodical publications of 
the day. 

Seven churches of various denominations throw open their hospitable doors for worship. The 
oldest is the First Congregational Society, originally organized as the Second Church of Springfield; 
besides this there are the Third Congregational, Centra] Baptist, Central Methodist, Episeopal,Unitarian, 
Church of the Holy Name of Jesus, and Church of the Assumption (French.) Bythewill of the late 
Mrs. Dorcas Chapin, of Springfield, the Unitarian Society is the recipient of the sum of $5,000. The 
Grand Army of the Republic is represented by Otis Chapman Post, and Free-masonry and Odd- 
fellowship by lodges. 

Two banks meet the financial requirements of manufacturers and merchants and that large 
number of persons who make it a point to spend less than they earn. The First National Bank has 
a capital of $150,000 and a surplus of $65,000, while the Chicopee Savings Bank depositors number 
nearly or quite 1600, who are credited with something like $500,000. 

Ample provision exists for the subjection of fire. The Chicopee central fire district is in the 
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hands of a chief engineer, four assistants, a treasurer, clerk and a prudential committee of three 
citizens. One hundred and eight men comprise the present force, and the apparatus consists of one 
steam fire engine, a hose carriage, three hose carts and other suitable accessories. Water for this and 
other purposes is supplied by the Chicopee Water Company's works. Ten reservoirs are located in 
different parts of the district, and thirty-four hydrants, and every section of the town is traversed 
by water mains. 

Chicopee is well lighted by gas, provided by an incorporated company with a capital of $30,000 
Seventy public lamps are distributed over the town. All the stock in this corporation is owned by. 
the Dwight and the Ames Manufacturing Companies. 

The annual town meeting is held on the first Monday in April and the officers elected are qualified 
and sworn in usually on the Monday next following. Annexed is a list of the principal members of 
the goverment for the current year: Selectmen : Emerson Gay lord, chairman; George W. Gibson, 
Nelson Whittier, L. J. Gibbs, M. D., Morris R. Wood. Town clerk and treasurer, John D. White. 
Police department— justice, Loranus E. Hitchcock; special justices, S. G. Southworth, Luther 
White ; policemen, John E. Conner, chief, and five patrolmen. 

Chicopee is irregularly laid out, but no whit less attractive on that account. In these days of 
right-angled streets it is delightful to come upon a town here and there that is innocent of them, pro- 
vided, of course, the people who traverse them are earnest, active and thoroughly awake, as the inhab- 
itants of this town most certainly are. There is an air of thrift and comfort everywhere, no lack of 
handsome residences, nor of business blocks that look like business and mean what they look like. 
The town hall, churches, sohoolhouses, three hotels, etc., aside, the following business blocks are 
noticeable: Dwight Corporation, Bullen, Exchange, Granfield, Kendall, Kendall & Goodwin, Kent, 
Leavitt, Shaw, Temple, Union, Wedge, Wells Opera House and White block. The present popula- 
tion of Chicopee is about 5,000. 



S. A. Jacobs, Dealer in Foreign and 
Domestic Fruits, Confectionery and Fancy 
Goods, No. 32 Exchange Street. — The house of 
Mr. S. A. Jacobs is a prominent one in the 
foreign and domestic fruit and confectionery 
trade. Mr. Jacobs is a native of Exeter, 
Me., and has been a resident of Chicopee since 
1842. He founded his present business in 1855, 
and the premises are located on the corner of 
Exchange street and Miller street. The store 
has an area of 25x50 feet, is very handsomely 
fitted up, and is heavily stocked with a fine 
assortment of foreign and domestic goods. The 
stock includes a fine line of domestic and for- 
eign fruits, nuts, confectionery and fancy goods 
of every description. Mr. Jacobs' trade lies all 
over the city, and he also ships largely to the 
surrounding country. He has a wide connec- 
tion throughout the fruit regions, where he has 
a high reputation as a merchant of thorough 
reliability and enterprise. Under his wise 
management the business of his house is still 
further developing. 

Chas. Burtou, Stone Merchant and Contrac- 
tor for all kinds of Building and Monumental 
Work in Granite, Freestone and Marble. 
Works and Yard near Junction Depot. — Mr. 
Chas. Burton is the representative stone mer- 
chant and contractor for building and monu- 
mental work in granite, freestone and marble, 
in Chicopee, and controls the only business of 
the kind in this section. He has been established 
here since 1878, and has built up a prosperous 
business, his trade extending to all parts of the 
United States. Mr. Burton owns two fine quar- 
ries at East Longmeadow, which he opened in 
March, 1885. These quarries cover an area of 
fifteen acres and from them is produced the finest 



quality freestone, twenty-two hands being engaged 
in the work. Mr. Burton employs fifty-three 
hands In all. His works and yard are located 
near the Junction Depot in this city, taking up 
a space of two hundred and fifty feet square, 
part of which is covered with sheds. Every 
department of the business, from the quarrying 
to the final polishing into the finest quality of 
hammered, polished, or carved work, is done, 
All kinds of building stone and ornamental work 
in granite, freestone or marble are furnished by 
Mr. Burton, who has facilities for shipping 
promptly the largest orders. He has supplied 
the stone for many well known buildings, among 
them being the United Bank of Bridgeport, 
Conn. ; the Northampton (Mass.) Courthouse ; 
the Clapp Memorial Library, at Belchertown, 
Mass. ; the Seaside Institute for Women, at 
Bridgeport, Conn.; the Scientific and Music Hall 
of Smith's College, Northampton ; Williams 
College at North Adams, Mass.; the Brookes 
Library at Brattleboro, Vermont ; etc., etc. Mr. 
Burton, who is a native of England, has resided 
in the United States for fifteen years. 

H. C. Morse, Boots, Shoes, Hats, Caps, 
and Gents' Furnishings, No. 20 Exchange Street.— 
Mr. H. C. Morse is a well-known dealer in boots 
and shoes, hats, caps and gentlemen's furnish- 
ings, at No. 20 Exchange street. The trade ol' 
this house was inaugurated in 1881 by Mr. 
George L. Jenks, who was succeeded in Febru- 
ary, 1885, by Mr. H. C. Morse. This gentle- 
man is a native of Massachusetts, and is an 
experienced business man. His store is large 
and has ample room for the display of a first-class 
stock and is filled with an immense stock of stylish 
and superior boots and shoes, hats and caps, and 
gentlemen's furnishings of all kinds. 



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TOWN OF CUICOPEE. 



Sam'l Blaisdell, Jr., & Co., Dealers iu 
Cottou and Wool, opposite Junction Depot. — The 
advantages possessed by C'hicopee as a manu- 
facturing centre for woolen and cotton goods 
have long been recognized as of the greatest im- 
portance, an 1 have resulted in the establishment 
of a trade that is equaled in amount of value by 
few cities of a similar population in the United 
States. Among the representative and progressive 
firms of Massachusetts engaged in supplying 
manufacturers with cotton and wool is that of 
Messrs. Samuel Blaisdell, Jr,& Co. .whose office and 
warehouse are located in Chicopee, exactly oppos- 
ite the Junction Depot. This business was 
established in 1869 by Messrs. Mattoom & Blais- 
dell, who conducted it till 1872, when on the retire- 
ment of Mr. Mattoom the present firm was organ- 
ized under the style and title of Samuel Blaisdell, 
■Jr., & Co. The individual members of this copart- 
nership are Messrs. Samuel, C. M., and G. A. 
Blaisdell, all of whom are excellent judges of cotton 
and wool, and are likewise fully conversant with 
every detail of the business and the requirements 
of manufacturers. They make a speciality of 
cream cotton, especially selected for fine hosiery 
goods, and fine long stapled cotton for mixing with 
wool. Cotton is .shipped direct from Southern 
points to mills when desired, while it is the ear- 
nest desire of the partners to merit by the strict 
principles of equity a continuance of the liberal 
and influential support already accorded. 
Messrs. Samuel Blaisdell, Jr., & Co.are represented 
inNorfolk,Va.,by Bassett, Nash&Co.; Raleigh, N. 
C, by Parker & Avera; Charleston, S. C, by J. L. 
Witsell ; Augusta, Ga., by J. P. Doughty ; New 
Orleans, bv Skinner Brothers; Memphis, Tcnn., 
byWm. Frohlich & Co.; Rome, Ga., by H. H. 
Smith. They possess ample facilities and con- 
nections for conducting all operations under the 
most favorable auspices. The firm has offices 
and warehouses in Cohoes and Amsterdam, N. Y., 
also in Boston, Mass. Messrs. Samuel, C. M. and 
G. A. Blaisdell are all natives of Great Falls, N. 
H. They are highly regarded in commercial 
life for their sound business principles and 
integrity, and fully deserve the confidence 
reposed in them by our leading manufacturers 
of hosiery and woolens. 



The Gaylord Company, Manufacturers 
of Military and Society Swords, Brass and Com- 
position Castings. — This prominent and honorable 
concern was first founded in 1885 by Messrs. 
Gaylord & Chapin, and conducted thus until 
May, 1886, when the industry was incorporated 
under the name of the Gaylord Company, with 
a capital of $25,000. The members of the com- 
pany are : President, Emerson Gaylord ; treas- 
urer, A. F. Gaylord; secretary, James L. Pease. 
All three are natives of Chicopee and are citi- 
zens of sterling character and reputation. The 
company are general manufacturers of military 
and society swcrds, brass and composition cas- 
tings. The brass foundry is located at the corner 
of Summer and Cross streets, and is a one-story 
hrick structure 50x25 feet in size. The office 
and manufactory is on Chapman street and is a 
substantial three-story building and basement 
having a front measurement of 35 feet, with a 
depth of 100 feet. The works are furnished with 



all the necessary mechanical appliances, operated 
by steam power, supplied by a fifty-horse power 
engine and boiler, and possess every facility and 
convenience for the successful prosecution of the 
business. A force of twenty skilled workmen 
are employed and the work turned out is of a 
very superior nature. The trade of the house 
extends to all parts of the United States and 
is rapidly growing, as the extra fine quality of the 
goods become known. Military parties, secret 
societies or others using swords, will do well to 
inspect the goods manufactured by the Gaylord 
Company and become convinced of their merit. 
The members of the fiim are men of standing, 
reliability and influence, and possess the con- 
fidence of the trade to whom they so success- 
fully cater. 

Warren Smith, Drugs, Medicines and Chem- 
icals, No. 9 Exchange Street. — This well-known 
gentleman is a native of Connecticut, and has 
been established in his present business in Chic- 
opee since 1864. His store is 70x25 feet in size, 
and the establishment throughout is a model of 
completeness. The floor is tastefully laid with 
marble blocks, with red and white slate blocks 
inlaid, the counters support handsome show cases 
and an elegant soda-water fountain, the shelfware 
is attractive, and altogether the appointments of 
the place are excellent. The stock carried includes 
everything desirable in pure and reliable drugs, 
chemicals, and standard medicines, soaps, brushes, 
perfumes, fancy and toilet articles, and druggists' 
sundries of all kinds, embracing every late and 
popular novelty In this line of goods. Mr. Smith 
employs two skilled assistants and pays particu- 
lar attention to the preparations of physicians' 
prescriptions. He is a skilful pharmacist, hav- 
ing had years of valuable experience in the pro- 
fei-sion. 

Frank Ludwig, Portrait, Crayon, Water- 
Color, India Ink Studio, Exchange Street. — 
Chicopee is not without a first-class photographic 
gallery, such an enterprise having been estab- 
lished here in 1872 by Mr. Frank Ludwig, who 
is a native of New York city. His gallery is 
fitted up in a capital manner, and provided with 
all the paraphernalia of modern improved photog- 
raphy. Mr.Ludwigexecutesevery. style of picture, 
from the smallest tintype to the finest card and 
imperial cabinet portraits. He can give his 
patrons pictures of any desired style, which 
when finished are gems of perfection and beauty 
in photographic art. He also executes in crayon, 
water-colors and India ink, copies, enlarges and 
restores old and faded pictures, photographs, 
interior and exterior views of public and private 
building, also machinery, drawings, horses, cattle, 
and performs all kinds of outdoor work at short 
notice. Mr. Ludwig is also interested in another 
business enterprise, owning a large dry-goods and 
millinery business. His store is a large, 
handsomely furnished place, covering an area 
of 80x25 feet. It is completely filled with 
a large and superior assortment of dry and 
fancy goods, millinery, notions, etc., all of first- 
c'ass quality. This business is in charge of 
Mr. Ludwig's wife, a lady possessed of capital 
business qualifications. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



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Noyes Mardeii, Watchmaker and Jeweler, 
Dealer in American and Swiss Watches, Jewelry, 
Solid Silver and Plated Ware, Clocks, Spectacles 
etc.. Exchange Street. — One of the finest and 
most attractive jewelry establishments in the 
city is that named in the caption of this article. 
It is very eligibly located, is commodious, elegant 
in its fittings and furnishings, and admirably 
lighted and arranged. The stock is large, well 
selected and of a thoroughly reliable description. 
The business was founded in 1879, and Mr. 
Marden is a practical watchmaker and jeweler 
of extended experience. He carries a fine assort- 
ment of Elgin, Waltham and Hampden watches 
in gold and silver, and also of Swiss watches ; 
watch movements of all makes ; diamonds and 
other precious stones ; jewelry of the best 
make and in original and unique designs ; clocks 
in great variety ; spectacles, etc. There is also 
a fine display of solid silver and plated ware. 
A specialty is made of repairing watches and 
jewelry, and all work undertaken is guaranteed 
to be of the best possible description. Every- 
thing new and stylish in the line of jewelry is 
to be found in this establishment at prices that 
cannot be excelled elsewhere. Mr. Marden, who 
is a native of New Hampshire, is a spirited, 
enterprising merchant and an exemplary citizen. 

Geo. V. Wheelock, Plain and Fancy Job and 
Card Printer, Opera House Block. — This is the 
oldest and the only job printing establishment 
in the city of Chicopee. The business was orig- 
inally founded in 1848, by a Mr. Stoever, who 
was succeeded respectively by D. V. Potts, Brown 
& Havens, Havens & Wheelock, and, in 1862, 
by Mr. Geo. V. Wheelock, who has since con- 
tinued as proprietor and manager of the busines. 
The business is carried on in the Opera House 
Block, the press room and composing rooms cov- 
ering an area of 50x25 feet in size, and the bus- 
iness olBce 25x25 feet. The office is equipped 
with three jobbing presses, which are operated 
with water power. There is also a full and com- 
plete assortment of modern type, and there is 
every provision and appliance for executing 
every description of job aud card printing in 
the highest class of workmanship. All orders 
are given the promptest attention and are exe- 
cuted at the most reasonable rates. Mr. Wheel- 
ock is a native of Amherst, Mass., and is a thor- 
oughly practical and accomplished printer. 

William E. Wheeler, Hack, Livery and 
Boarding Stable, 38 Centre Street. — One of the 
best known business men of Chicopee is Mr. 
William E. Wheeler. For the past twenty 
years he has been conducting successfully one 
of the best equipped and prosperous livery 
and hoarding stables in the city. The stables 
form a one story frame building, 50x100 feet 
in dimensions, and this is perfectly drained 
anrl admirably ventilated. There is accom- 
modation for twenty horses and an equal num- 
ber of carriages. Mr. Wheeler runs sixteen 
horses, coaches, buggies, light wagons, etc., in 
the livery department of his business, and he 
makes a specialty of supplying carriages, with 
competent and experienced drivers, for weddings, 
iunerals, parties, etc. He also takes horses to 
board by the day, week, or month, and every 



attention is given them by experienced grooms. 
Teaming and jobbing work of all kinds are 
promptly attended to, and contracts for watering 
the streets are entered into. Mr. Wheeler is 
also the proprietor of and dealer in the celebrated 
Chicopee core sand, in which he does a large 
trade. He is likewise the manager of Wells 
Opera House and tills the office of deputy sheriff 
of Hampden county witli credit to himself. He 
also furnishes all the horses for the Chicopee Fire 
Department. He is a native of this city, is widely 
known, and is one of the most popular of Chico- 
pee's business men and citizens. 

C. A. Bullens & Co., Groceries, Crock- 
ery, Fresh and Salt Fish and Oysters, 234 and 
238 Exchange Street. — This is one of the oldest 
established firms in the city, having been founded 
in 1866 by Mr. C. A. Bullens, the firm 
becoming C. A. Bullens & Co., in 1874. Since 
its inauguration a liberal patronage has been 
enjoyed, being engendered and constantly 
increased through the liberal, honorable business 
methods employed by the establishment. The 
premises occupied consist of three stores. The 
largest of these, 90x25 feet in dimensions, is 
attractively fitted up and contains a large stock 
of groceries of all kinds, also fresh and salt fish 
of every description, and oysters in their season. 
The second store, 25xG0 feet in size, is filled 
with crockery, glass and chinaware of every 
variety. The third store, 60x25 feet in area, 
is used as a store room and contains a large 
amount of extra stock. The firm employ six 
assistants and five delivery wagons and promptly 
fill all orders. The standard quality of the 
goods and the low prices have made this estab- 
lishment a favorite one in its line of trade. 
The members of the firm, Messrs. C. A. Bullens 
and W. G. Bullens, are brothers, and are natives 
of Massachusetts, the former of Springfield, the 
latter of Chicopee. 

Ferry & Wliite, Fire Insurance Agents, 
Office, Opera House Block. — The leading repre- 
sentatives in Chicopee of fire insurance are 
Messrs. Ferry & White. This firm was estab- 
lished in 1873, but for a number of years prev- 
ious to that date the members of the firm had 
individually been engaged in the same line of 
business, aud their joining hands in partnership 
formed a valuable combination. The members of 
the house, Messrs. Louis M. Ferry and Luther 
White, are widely known as able and enterpris- 
ing bu.siness men. Mr. Ferry was born in Chico- 
pee when this place was a portion of Springfield 
and before it received its present name. Mr. 
White is a native of Granby, Mass., and is by pro- 
fession an attorney-at law, which profession he 
still practices in connection with his insurance 
interests. The firm have two ofiices, connecting, 
one used for law purposes, the other for insur- 
ance business. The following reliable and old 
established companies are represented by this 
firm : ^tna of Hartford, Phcenix of Hartford, 
Continfulal, N.Y., Orient, Hartford; Connecticut 
Fire, Springfield Fire & Marine, Home of Nevr 
York, FireAssociation, Philadelphia, North British, 
and others. Policiesinany of these companies aie 
issued on most favorable terms, and losses 
are 8ati.sfactorily adjusted and promptly paid. 



CHICOPEE FALLS. 



A mile and a half to the east of Chicopee stands the sturdy and active village of Chieopee Falls. 
Active to some good purpose, too, with its willing and abundant water power, its busy mills and con- 
tented, thrifty operatives. A corporate part of Chicopee, its early history is identical with and 
inseparable from that of the town, though it is in many respects a quite distinct and independent 
settlement. The spot whereon it is located was originally named "Shenungonuck," by the Indians. 
What a pity it is, by the way, that the longitude of the names usually given by the Indians to the places 
they inhabited or frequented has prevented their retention and permanent adojjtion. The family of 
one Burn Van Horn was the first to take up its abode in this immediate locality, somewhere about 
1739 or 1740, though it was not till sixty years subsequently that manufactures were commenced, and 
twenty -five years more had gone before any real growth began or any promise of a future showed 
itself. 

The village of Chicopee Falls partakes of the general features of the town. Its streets are irreg- 
ular, but are kept neat and clean, the sidewalks are of brick and a composite material, and, though 
most of the residences are of wood, the mills, factories and the principal business structures are of 
brick. Located on the Chicopee river, twenty-seven feet of its seventy-foot iall in the town are 
appropriated by the mills of this village, furnishing ample and steady power for their operation; 
Chicopee takes thirty-six feet and the remaining ten feet are above the village. A branch of the 
Connecticut River Railroad runs along the left bank of Chicopee river to the falls, terminating 
at this point, and the town as viewed from the bluffs on the right bank presents a picture of great 
beauty. 

Chicopee Falls is a corporate part of Chicopee, one of its three chief business centres, and possesses 
all those public improvements and conveniences necessary to a modern New England community. 
It has its own ^et of public schools, four in number ; high, grammar, Springfield street, and the pri- 
mary and intermediate, whose general interests are directed and guarded by the Chicopee school com- 
mittee. In addition to these St. Patrick's parochial school should be mentioned. Its religious con- 
nections are also distinct, and are represented by the Second Congregational, Methodist Episcopal, 
First Baptist and St. Patrick's Churches. The principal secret and beneficial societies consist in two 
Masonic lodges, a Father Mathew Total Abstinence Society and the Conference of St. Vincent de 
Paul. The Victor Wheel Club is an association of bicyclists. 

Chicopee Falls Savings Bank was chartered in 1875 and is a remarkably well patronized institu- 
tion, its deposits amounting to nearly $'.200,000. 

This village thrives by and derives its importance from its manufactures, which are of a var- 
ious character and in a generally prosperous condition. Cotton goods are very extensively manufac- 
tured and also agricultural implements, while firearms, machinists' tools and knitting machiues are 
prominent among other productions. 

The most conspicuous business blocks are the Chicopee Falls, Hubbard, Lucas, Munn, Rumrill 
and Wallace blocks. 

The village is efficiently policed, well lighted, provided with excellent water, and its sanitary 
arrangements and condition are superior. The present population is in the vicinity of 4,000. 

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LEADING MERCHANTS AND MANUFACTURERS. 



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Tlie Lamb Knitting Machine Manu- 
facturing' Co., Manufacturers of Lamb's 
Patent Knitting Machines, F. W. Carter, Presi- 
dent; T. C. Page, Treasurer. — Prominent among 
the representative houses iu Massachusetts 
actively engaged in the production of knitting 
machines is the famous Lamb Knitting Machine 
Manufacturing Company of Chicopee Falls, which 
has gained an enviable reputation for the 
unrivalled utility and excellence of its splen- 
did knitting machines. This company was 
duly incorporated in 1867 with a paid-up capital 
of $-200,000. The following gentlemen are the 
ofiacers and selling agents, viz: F. W. Carter, 
)iresident; T. C. Page, treasurer; selling agents, S. 
B. Curtis, 673 Washington street, Boston; Jas. 
Greenwood, 916 Chestnut street, Philadelphia, Pa., 
J. E. Woodhead, 171 West Washington street Chi- 
cago; Geo. Miller, 153 West 8th street, Cincinnati, 
Ohio. The works at Chicopee Falls cover an 
area of two acres and are fully equipped with 
the latest improved machinery and appliances 
necessary for the prosecution of the manufactur- 
ers. The machinery is driven by steam and 
water power, while 150 experienced workmen 
are employed in the various departments. The 
widely known and superb Lamb knitting 
machine, which has revolutionized the art of 
knitting, is constructed upon the novel and sim- 
ple principle of employing two straight parallel 
rows of needles, sufficiently near to each other to 
connect the two rows of knitting at either end, 
but far enough apart to allow the fabric to pass 
down between them, as it is knitted. The needle 
is automatic or self-knitting, its principle being 
such that when fed with yarn, and moved forward 
or backward, it forms the stitch by its own action. 
It is the only machine by which any size of work 
both tubular and flat, and either single, double or 
ribbed, can be produced, narrowed or widened. 
Though it combines greater capacity and speed 
than any other knittiug machine, yet it is the 
simplest, most reliable and easiest to learn. It 
knits hosiery, gloves and mittens of all size.^, 
shaping and completing them in a superior manner. 
It makes the following garments : Shawls, break- 
fast capes, hoods and muffs, nubias, sacks, under- 
sleeves, scarls, girls' and boys' suits, undershirts, 
cardigan jackets, drawers, cradle blankets, car- 
riage afghans, sa.shes, wristlets, leggings, smoking 
and skating caps, snow shoes, suspenders, purses, 
petticoats, infants' shirts, counterpanes, tidies, 
watch and curtain cords, mats, etc. It also pro- 
duces the most elegant trimmings for all its own 
articles, such as plain ruffle, double ruffle, collars, 
borders, fringes, etc. This company are also the 
manufacturers of the Tuttle knitting machine, 
which is likewise an invention of rare merit. 
The instruction book issued by the company con- 
tains a table of sizes for hosiery, mittens and gloves, 
giving the exact number of needles to be set up, 
the number to widen and the number of rounds 
to knit for each size. The rules for the making 
of shawls, shirts, drawers, etc. , are equally simple 
and explicit. For factory use or continuous man- 
ufacturing at high speed, the steel bed machines 
are superior to the iron ones, being stronger, 
more durable and not liable to be broken. The 
Lamb machines have gained a world-wide fame, 
and are now sold extensively all over the United 
States and Canada, Europe, South America, India, 



Mexico and Australia. Messrs. Carter and Page, 
the officers, are skilful exponents in this line of 
industry, and their famous Lamb knitting 
machines may very justly be classed among the 
notable productions of Ajnerican genius and 
enterprise. 

G. M. & F. H. Morton, Livery, Feeding, 
and Sale Stables, also Dealers in all kinds of ' 
Domestic Coals, Rear of Wilde's Hotel. — The old- 
est and best kuown livery, feeding, and sale stables 
in Chicopee Falls is that conducted by Messrs. 
George M. Morton & F. H. Morton. This enter- 
prise was established in 1846 by Mr. Morris Mor- 
ton, who, upon his death in 1870, was succeeded 
by his sons, the present proprietors. The stable 
is a commodious two-story building, 100x.50 feet in 
dimensions, and is fitted up in a first-class manner. 
It possesses ample facilities for accommodating 
forty-five horses and fifty carriages. AVhen 
necessary the firm have facilities for taking 
care of two hundred horses and have taken 
charge of the horses attached to circus com- 
panies that have visited this place for a 
night or two. Horses are boarded by the 
day, week, or month on the most reasonable 
terms and have the best of care from first class 
grooms. Horses are kept for sale or exchange and 
a large number of stylish horses for saddle or driv- 
ing purposes, also coaches and light carriages,which 
they let at reasonable rates. The Messrs. Morton , 
in addition to their stable liusiness, also carry on a 
large trade as dealers in all kinds of domestic coal 
and wood, selling about two thousand tons of coal 
yearly to the residents of I his vicinity. They keep 
on hand all sorts of white and red ash coal in all 
sizes. The Messrs. Morton are natives of Chicopee. 
Mr. F. H. Morton has been deputy sheriff of 
Hampden county for fifteen years, and has proved 
himself a worthy and capable official. George M. 
Morton is also a prominent trustee of the Chicopee 
Falls Saving Bank and one of the financial com ■ 
mittee. 

Ezekiel Blake, Manufacturer of Latch 
Needles. — Among the numerous latch needles 
used in the United States none have given the 
satisfaction or gained such a reputation as the 
celebrated specialties manufactured by Mr. 
Ezekiel Blake. These are the best latch needles 
manufactured in America or elsewhere and 
wherever once used are certain to be preferred 
again, above all others, owning to their unrival- 
led quality, finish and excellence. This business 
was established by Mr. Blake in 1884, since 
which date he has built up an extensive pat- 
ronage in all sections of the country. His works 
are very commodious and are equipped with all 
modem machinery and appliances. Thirty exper- 
ienced workmen are emjiloyed, who turn out 
7000 needles daily. Mr. Blake's father was con- 
nected for twenty-six years with the Chicopee 
Manufacturing Company, and died in 1872. He 
was the resident outside agent of the company, 
and was greatly esteemed by the officers for 
his fidelity, prudence and integrity, who erected 
a handsome monument to his memory. Mr. 
Ezekiel Blake, the proprietor, was born at Chicopee 
Falls, where he has made hosts of friends, owing 
to his unswerving honor, integrity and thorough 
enterprise. 



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CHTCOPEE FALLS?. 



Chicopee Manufacturing Company, 

Manul'aclurers of Cotton Bladkets, Sbiitiiijjs and 
Sheetings, Brown and Bleached etc. T. B. Wattles, 
Agent. — The rapid advancement in the manufac- 
turing arts, which ^ so greatly distinguishes 
our American industries, is a subject of in- 
teresting study. In almost every department 
of textile manufacture do our people excel, and 
the products of our looms stand unrivalled in the 
markets of the world. This statement is particu- 
larly true of the cotton industry, which at the 
present time is one of the most prosperous in the 
United States. In connection with these remarks, 
special attention is directed to the representative 
and progressive Chicopee Manufacturing Company. 
This business was originally organized and incor- 
porated in 1822 by Jonathan and Edmund Dwight, 
with a capital of $500,001) under the style and title of 
the Boston and Springfield Manufacturing Com- 
pany. This company continued to carry on busi- 
ness till 1828, when its name was changed to the 
Chicipee Manufacturing Company, and after a few 
years the capital was increased to $1 ,000,000. The 
present officers of the company are J. H. Sawyer, 
treasurer ; T. B. Wattles, resident agent. The 
premises occupied for manufacturing purposes 
cover an area of ten acres, and include four exten- 
sive mills and other spacious buildings. These 
are equipped with all the lat-est improved appli- 
ances and machinery known to the trade. There are 
65,000 spindles and 1,900 looms at present at 
work, and which will be largely increased in a few 
months. The Chicopee Manufacturing Company 
owns the entire water power of the river at the 
falls, and employs seven large turbine wheels to 
operate its machinery, and a splendid 500-horse 
power Harris-Corliss steam engine. Eleven hun- 
dred operatives are employed in the various mills, 
and 20,000 bales of cotton are annually consumed. 
The company manufactures extensively cotton 
flannels, cotton blankets, shirtings, sheetings, etc., 
which for quality, finish, durability and general 
excellence, have no superiors in the American or 
European markets, and are general favorites wher- 
ever introduced. The trade of this responsible 
house extends throughout the United States and 
Canada, while large quantities of the.se splendid 
cotton goods are exported to Mexico, the West 
Indies, South America, India, Australia, and 
China. The resources of this widely known and 
popular company have expanded greatly since its 
establi.shraent, and all orders are promptly tilled 
with perfect satisfaction to the trade. Mr. T. B. 
Wattles, the agent, has been connected with the 
mills for the last eleven years. He is a native of 
Connecticut, and president of the Chicopee Falls 
Savings Bank. As a cotton manufacturer Mr. 
Wattles has no superior, while he has made hosts 
of friends in commercial and manulacturing cir- 
cles. Mr, J. H. Sawysr, the treasurer, resides in 
Boston, being highly esteemed in financial lil'e for 
his prudence, ability and honorable methods of 
conducting business. The selling agents of the 
Chicopee Manufacturing Company are Catlin & 
Co., 15 Chauncey St., Boslon, and 216 Church St., 
New York. The growth and prosperity of the 
company's business present a forcible illustration 
of the material benefits arising from a national 
policy that afibrds protection to American indus- 
tries, resulting in the profitable development of 
our wonderful resources. 



Bosworth & Wood, Dealers in Flour, 
Grain, Feed and Hay, No. -.'S Market Street. — 
One of the most widely known and esteemed 
flour and grain houses in the city is that 
of Messrs. Bosworth & Wood, who conduct 
a large wholesale and retail business. The gen- 
tlemen composing the firm are Messrs. J. H. Bos- 
worth and C. F. Wood, who are active, practical 
and experienced business men. The business was 
founded in 1880 by Mr.Wood's lather, Mr. E. Wood, 
and the present proprietors succeeded to the 
enterprise in 1884. Mr. Bosworth is a native of 
Hydeville, Vt., and Mr. C. F. Wood was born 
atBelcheitown, Mass. Theyhavea well appointed 
store, 25x60 feet in dimensions, and they carry 
a large stock of the fittest grades of flour, grain, 
feed, hay, etc. They do a brisk trade both in the 
village and the surrounding districts, and their 
facilities for receiving supplies and furnishing cus- 
tomers' orders promptly and at the lowest rates 
are unexcelled, while the firm are reliable in 
the fulfilment of all their undertakings. 

P. J. Enriglit, Stoves and Ranges, Plumb- 
ing, Steam and Gas Fitting, Tin Roofing, General 
Jobbing, rear ot Wilde's Hotel, on Church Street. — 
At the rear of Wilde's Hotel, on Church street, is 
located the house of Mr. P. J. Enright, dealer in 
stoves and ranges, and a general plumber and 
gas fitter, etc. Mr. Enright, who is a native ot 
this city, established his present business in 1884, 
and has by sheer merit and commendable industry 
built up a fine local trade. He occupies a fine 
store and basement each 35x25 feet in dimensions, 
the basement being utilized as a tin smithing shop. 
'Mr. Enright employs three experienced workmen 
and executes promptly to order plumbing, 6teara 
and gas fitting, tin roofing and general jobbing, at 
reasonable rates , guaranteeing all work to be first 
class. Tin and sheet iron work of all kinds is 
executed by him. His store is filled with a large 
stock of superior ranges and stoves, which are 
oiJered at bargains. Parties establishing bus- 
iness relations with Mr. Enright will find him a 
square and upright business man, who always per- 
forms what he promises. 

S. W. Knox, Apothecary,Knox's Block Front 
Street. — For sixteen years Mr. S.W. Knox has con- 
ducted a first-class drug establishment in this city 
and has built up a reputation tor fair and square 
dealing and for the superfine quality of the goods 
.sold by him. His store covers an area of 50x25 
feet, and is handsomely furnished, and made 
attractive with fine show cates, large show 
windows, and tasteful sheltware. The stock 
carried embraces a full assortment of pure, 
fresh drugs, and chemicals, druggists' sundries, 
toilet and fancy articles of superior quality. 
One of the specialties of the house is Knox's 
' horehound cough mixture, which is an in- 
] valuable remedy for colds and coughs. Partic- 
ular attention is paid to putting up physicians' 
prescriptions, the best materials being used, and 
every percaution taken to prevent error. Mr. 
Knox is a native of Massachusetts, having been 
born at Granville. He served in the war of the 
rebellion, in the 27th Massachusetts Regiment and 
was severely wounded. He is an accomplished 
physician and employs competent and active 
assistants. 



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B. & J. W. Belcher, Manufacturers of 
Agricultural Implements. — An historical review 
of tbe mercantile and manufacturing interests 
of Chicopee Falls, Mass., would be incomplete 
without special mention of that old estalj- 
lished and thoroughly representative bouse of 
Messrs. B. & J. W. Belcher, which has been 
identified with the growth and development of 
Chicopee for the last eighty-five years. This 
progressive and reliable house was founded 
orginally in 1801 by Mr. Benjamin Belcher, who 
conducted it with great success for several years. 
Eventually, after some changes in the style and 
title of the firm, in 187.5 Messrs. B. & J. W. 
Belcher became sole proprietors, and have since 
by their energy, capacity and enterprise greatly 
extended the business. The premises occupied 
are very spacious and convenient, and are equipped 
with superior machinery and all the latest 
improved appliances. Eighty experienced opera- 
tives and mechanics are employed and the 
machinery is operated by water power. Messrs. 
B. & J. W. Belcher manufacture extensively and 
keep constantly on hand all kinds of agricultural 
implements, including plows, harrows, cultivators, 
road scrapers, corn-she) lers, hay-cutters, tobacco- 
ridgers, vegetables cutters. Wheelbarrows and 
stone-trucks of the latest construction are like- 
wise instock. These agricultural impleraentsare 
unsurpassed by those of any other makers in this 
country or Europe for their lightness, strength, 
durability, quality and adaptability to the work 
required of them. Large numbers have been sold 
all over the country, and numerous testimonials 
from agriculturists in all parts of the world bear 
evidence as to the excellence and superiority of 
these specialties over all competitors. Every possi- 
ble care is taken in the manufacture of these imple- 
ments, and the best and latest improvements are 
at all times adopted by the firm in their produc- 
tion. The day has gone by when farmers will be 
satisfied with anything short of the very best. 
The best materials, workmanship and improve- 
ments are essential to the best machines, and 
these are found united in those manufactured by 
B. & J. W. Belcher. A large export trade in these 
agricultural implements is now conducted with 
Canada, Mexico, the West Indies, South America 
and Europe, which is annually increasing in vol- 
ume owing to their excellence, superiority and 
moderate prices. Messrs. B. & J. W. Belcher are 
both natives of Chicopee, and are highly esteemed 
by the community for their unswering integrity, 
ability, and mechanical skill. The career of this 
reliable firm has been one of steady development 
and the signal success achieved by it is a just 
tribute to a business policy founded on the 
enduring principles of equity. 

Michel Beaui-egard, Druggist, Union 
Block, Market St. — An establishment where the 
high character of the management renders error 
improbable, and which is a favorite resort in this 
section for those desiring goods in this line, is that 
of Mr. Michel Beauregard, which was established 
in 1877 by Messrs. Proul & Beaudoin. They were 
succeeded in the first part of the year 1886, by 
Mr. Michel Beauregard, who is a native of Can- 
ada and is a skilled pharmaci.st. He is a registered 
member of the board of pharmacy of the Common- 
wealth of Massachusetts. His handsomely fur- 



nished store contains a large and varied assortment 
of pure and fresh drugs aud reliable patent medi- 
cines, trusses and surgical appliances, etc. It also 
has one of the most complete assortments of toilet 
and fancy articles to be found in the <ity, includ- 
ing hair, tooth and nail brushes, perfumes, soaps 
etc., and, indeed, any article that can be found in 
a first-class drug store. A handsome soda-water 
fountain stands in the store, from which is drawn 
pure fruit syrups. Mr. Beauregard, with his two 
able assistants, gives particular attention to com- 
pounding physicians, prescriptions, which he pre- 
pares in the most careful manner and at reason- 
able rates. 

H. Smith Newell, Beef, Pork, Lard, Hams 
and Tiipe, 14 Front Street. — One of the best known 
and most attractive family supply markets in Chi- 
copee Falls is that conducted by Mr. H. Smith 
Newell, whose fine market, 60x25 feet in size, is 
located at No. 14 Front street. The place is effi- 
ciently equipped and contains at all times a full 
supply of superior quality beef, lamb, veal, mut- 
ton, pork, hams, lard and tripe. A specialty is 
made of poultry and fresh vegetables, of which a 
large and first-class assortment is always kept on 
hand. The business was established in 1868 and 
from the outset has commanded the patronage of 
the best citizens of Chicopee Falls and vicinity. 
Mr. Newell, who was born in Pelham, Mass., has 
been a resident of this city for thirty years. He 
employs two clerks and runs a delivery wagon, 
which is kept constantly busy in delivering goods 
to his many patrons. 

D. A. Aivsenault, Druggist and Apothe- 
cary, 6 Center Street. — This gentleman started in 
business in May, 1884. His store is finely fur- 
nished and attractive in its equipment and a full 
stock of pure drugs and chemicals is carried, also 
a complete assortment of fancy and toilet goods, 
perfumery, and druggists' sundries. In com- 
pounding prescriptions careful attention is given 
and a specialty is made of this department. Mr. 
Arsenault has had an experience of over twelve 
years at the drug business, and is well versed in 
materia medica. Mr. Arsenault is a native of 
Canada and has resided in Massachusetts since 
1859. He has successfully established a reputa- 
tion for fair and square dealing, and is thor- 
oughly deserving of the large patronage which 
is given him. 

. A. W. Page, Manufacturer of Latch Need- 
les of all kinds. — Since 1866 this gentleman has 
been engaged here, on an extensive scale, in the 
manufacture of latch needles, and has built up a 
very large trade for his products. His factory 
covers an area of 75x40 feet and is supplied with 
modern improved machinery, operated by steam 
power. Employment is aftbrded a force of thirty 
expert workmen and the works have a capacity of 
producing 8,000 needles per da.y. These needles 
are shipped to all parts of the United States and 
are also exported to Germany through the Rain 
Knitting Machine Company. Mr. Amos W. Page, 
proprietor of this enterprise, is a native of Bid- 
deford, 'Me. He is the honored treasurer of 
the Chicopee Falls Screw Co., and is widely 
known throughout this community as a man- 
ufacturer of prominence and enterprise. 



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H. M. Judd, Portrait and Landscape Photog- 
rapher, 87 Front Street. — The popular photog- 
rapher, Mr. H. M. Judd, is an artist of high order. 
It is now ten years since he established his present 
business and he has won a large patronage by the 
excellent work produced by him. As a photog- 
raphic artist Mr. Judd has achieved a high repu- 
tation in the vicinity, his pictures always show- 
ing a graceful and easy pose, a fidelity to nature 
and a completenessof finish not always obtainable. 
He executes all kinds of work, from the imperial 
cabinet picture to the carte de visite. His charges 
are exceptionally reasonable, being but $4.00 per 
dozen for splendid cabinet imperials. He also 
excels as a landscape photographer and has pro- 
duced some fine work in this line. His fine 
photographic rooms occupy an entire floor, .50x25 
feet in size. Mr. Judd is a native of Massachu- 
setts and enjoys the esteem of hosts of patrons. 

Chlcopee Falls Screw Co., Manufac- 
turers of Gimlet-Pointed Wood Screws, Chicopee 
Falls, Gordon Bill, President; A.W. Page, Treasurer 
and Manager. — The Chicopee Falls Screw Com- 
pany, was duly incorporated in 1883 with a 



paid-np capital of $40,000, increased in 1886 
to 1.50,000. The following gentlemen, highly 
regarded in mercantile and manufacturing circles, 
are the oflicers, viz: Gordon Bill, president; 
Amos W. Page, treasurer; George H. Edwards, 
secretary. The premises occupied are com- 
modious and are fully fitted up with all 
the latest improved machinery and appliances 
known to the trade, while employment is 
given to thirty operatives. The machines em- 
ployed by the Chicopee Falls Screw Company 
are marvels of ingenious construction, and per- 
form with rapidity and accuracy operations that 
would appear impossible to be done by any other 
agency than skilled and intelligent manipulation. 
The gimlet-pointed wood screws manufactured 
by the company are unsurpassed tor quality, 
strength, finish and superiority, being general 
favorites with the trade wherever introduced. 
The comj)any's selling agent in New York City is 
the widely known and reliable firm of J. C. 
McCarty & Co., 97 Chambers street. In every 
respect the company may be considered a repre- 
sentative one, ail its operations being conducted 
with a strict regard for the interests of patrons. 



TOWN OF PALMER. 



Comparatively few persons outside the State of Massachusetts are aware of the greatness and 
importance of the manufacturing industries that are carried on within her borders. It is very generally 
imagined, also, that these enterprises, such as they are, are for the most part confined to a small number 
of cities located in ,the eastern portion of the Commonwealth, notably Lynn, Lowell, Lawrence, and 
Fall Kiver, outside of Boston. The many mUls and factories that form the basis of the prosperity of 
the smaller towns in the central and western section grouped around Worcester and Springfield are 
less likely to be remembered or taken account of in aggregating the variety, character, and extent of 
the manufacturing interests of the old Bay State. Thousands of merchants, manufacturers, and other 
business men in all parts of the country, as well as the general reader, under whose eyes this work will 
come, will be surprised and gratified in turning over its pages to note the number of these towns and 
the industrial activities that confer upon them the commercial significance they are justly entitled to. 
Almost all these towns are old when regarded from the date of their original settlement, but, while all 
the pleasanter and more interesting for that and the evidences of antiquit\' they still possess, there is 
nothing antiquated or rusty in the business tone or social temper of their people or the methods and 
movements by which these find popular expression. 

The town of Palmer is an excellent example in point. It cannot boast as early a settlement as 
some other places in the heart of Massachusetts, but its history, nevertheless, presents a reasonably dis- 
tant perspective, reaching back, as it does, one hundred and fifty-nine years to 1727. The original settlers 
came from the North of Ireland, and the first name of the town was "The Elbows," given it because of 
the oddness and irregularity of its form. It has never been " out at elbows," however, and its condition 
at the present time is anything but that suggested by this time-worn phrase. Its irregular form has 
not interfered with its growth and prosperity ; to it, indeed, may be referred some of those natural advan- 
tages whose improvement has contributed to its progress. Its early history is unmarked by any events 
of a startling character, though it presents many points of interest which lack of space prevents the 
recapitulation of in this connection. Its first church, Presb}'terian in faith, was formed in 1730. 
Twenty-two years after its 'settlement its population comprised but fifty families, and its growth was 
slow and its position unimportant till the opening of the railroad era. 

The surface of the town is undulating, the soil rich and well cultivated, bringing forth a great 
variety of farm and garden produce, a large proportion of which finds a ready and profitable market in 
the several villages that compose the town. Time wa.s, and not many years ago, when the farmers of 
all this section had no market for their products nearer than Boston. The establishment and opera- 
tion of manufacturing enterprises have changed that order of things, and a wide range of goods for- 
merly imported is now made in the mills and factories here that are bri mmi ng with intelligent and 
remunerative activity. 

Palmer is known as one of the finest and most flourishing towns in Hampden county. Favorable 
in location, it is situated at tlie junction of the New London Northern, the Ware River, the Belcher- 
- town and Amherst, and the Boston and Albany railroads ; it is thus a railroad point of no inconsiderable 
importance, and the transportation facilities it enjoys are an appreciable factor in its progress and position 
as a manufacturing and trade centre. It is remarkably fortunate in the hydraulic power at its command. 
This is exceptionally good and is most efficiently utilized and employed. The Chicopee river runs for 
several miles around the southern border of the town, which is joined by the Ware and Swift rivers oa 
the western line at the village of Three Rivers. Besides these there are several smaller streams. This 
natural water conformation has given shape to the town, and along its banks are located the villages 
into which the town is divided — Palmer Depot, Bond's Village, Thorndike, and Three Rivers. 

The city of v'^priugfield lies fifteen miles to the west, while Worcester is thirty-nine miles distant on 
the otlier side. There are but very few towns in this section of the State so excellently well located for 
manufacturing purposes and none whose natural advantages have been more really improved, or are 
being more successfully employed. 

The town of Palmer is in itself picturesque, and the surrounding scenery is noticeable for its quiet 
, beauty. The Pattaquattic ponds, on the Ware river, are charming sheets of water, and on the right 
bank of the Chicopee is a mineral spring celebrated for its medicinal virtues. 

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TOWN OF PALMER. 



In all those things that ordinarily classify themselves under the head of modern improvements 
Palmer is fairly abreast with the spirit of the age as represented in New England, and especially the 
Massachusetts section of it. The average New Englander of to-day is fond of that which it was not 
often possible for his ancestors to obtain — comfort. His town may be old — one hundred and fifty-nine 
years of age, like Palmer— but he does not Wean that it shall lack any of those appointments and con- 
veniences that predicate progress and the forms and forces of civilized life. Without the possession and 
enjoyment of these he is not comfortable either in body or soul. The people of Palmer have provided 
themselves with all these. Busy factories, productive farms, generally prosperoas tradespeople are not 
enough for them. Schools and churches must be counted in, and the demands of education and religion 
receive the attention which they deserve as conservators of an intelligent and stable community. 

No town of its size in the State has better public schools, managed upon the general principles that 
govern the free school system of the Commonwealth, well attended and presided over by a corps of com- 
petent teachers. At the head of the list stands the High School, with its more advanced courses of study 
and where full preparation may be had for college matriculation. 

Five churches of various denominations, with their contingent benevolent societies, invite to reli- 
gious worship and culture. 

A well-established national bank affords all needed monetary accommodation to the merchants, 
manufacturers, and business men generally, while a savings institution has a liberal list of depositors who 
are bent upon saving some part of their annual wage or income. 

A well-conducted local newspaper is generously supported. The Fire and Police Departments are 
efiSciently organized, and the sanitary arrangements of the town are such as to insure the healthy and 
comfortable condition of its inhabitants. 

The industries of Palmer are varied, and some of them operated upon an extensive scale. A very 
considerable area of the soil is put down to tlie growth of tobacco. The principal manufacturing inter- 
ests consist in boots and shoes, wagons and carriages, clothing and straw hats, cotton and woolen goods, 
cabinet and hollow ware, agricultural implements and lumber. 

The sketches of the business houses given in the following pages will enable the reader to form a 
generally accurate notion of the character and extent of these and other industries, and serve to justify 
the flourishing condition of one of the brightest and pleasantest towns in Hampden county. 

The population of the town of Palmer is now about six thousand. 



Converse House, C. P. Stone, Proprietor. — 
Among the excellent hotels of Palmer the Con- 
verse House occupies a leading place. The pro- 
prietor, Mr. C. P. Stone, is a veteran hotel mana- 
ger, and is widely and favorably known to tlie 
ti'aveling public. He was born at Hardwick, Mass., 
and has lived in Palmer for many years. In 1877, 
he newly furnished and opened the Nassowanno 
House. In June, 1885, he opened the Converse 
House, which is a model hostelry in every respect. 
The place has been thoroughly refitted, enlarged, 
newly decorated, newly furnished, and had added 
every modern comfort and convenience. The 
building is a handsome three-story brick structure, 
having dimensions of r20x7.'5 feet. There are fifty- 
four room? in the establishment, all elegantly fur- 
nished, and provided with every possible comfort, 
including electric bells, steam heat, adjacent bath- 
roams, and closets, clean bedding and beds, gas, 
and all necessary appurtenances. The dining- 
room can seat one hundred and ten persons at one 
time. The table contains everything the market 
affjrds, and the dishes are always well varied, well 
cooked, and served in excellent style. A reading 
and writing room has been provided for gentlemen, 
while a tine, large parlor is appropriated for ladles' 
use. Seventeen hands are employed A fine livery 
stable is attached to the hotel, and first-class teams 
may be had at reasonable prices. Mr. Stone has a 
coach running between the hotel and railroad sta- 
tion, and guests are carrieil to or from each train 
free of charge.^ The rates charged are very mode- 



rate, being but two dollars per day, and commercial 
travelers in particular find this a desirable stopping 
place. Mr. Stone is a genial host, and has an able 
lieutenant in his energetic clerk, Mr. James F. 
Kenton. 

Clark & Hasting-s, Wholesale Dealers in 
Dressed Beef, Mutton, Lard, H.ams, etc. — In the 
house of Messrs. Clark & Hastings the people of 
Palmer have an excellent source of supply of meats 
of all kinds. This firm was established in March, 
188.5, but killed their own cattle for a number of 
years before, and has become a prominent and lead- 
ing business concern. Messrs. Clark & Hastings 
have an extensive and commodious place of busi- 
ness, possessing every facility and convenience for 
tlie carrying on of a large trade. The place is 
handsomely finished in oak, and is always kept in 
a scrupulously clean condition. It is provided 
with a mammoth refrigerator, which has a capacity 
for holding fifty cattle in the form of dressed meat, 
and one hundred tons of ice, also a branch estab- 
lishment for cutting Up hogs at Thorndike village. 
The firm are agents for the celebrated house of 
Armour & Co., of Chic.-igo, and receive dressed 
beef in immense quantities by refrigerator cars. 
The establishment is on the Boston and Albany 
railroad, and has every means at hand for the con- 
venient handling of " goods. Messrs. H. E. W. 
Clark and E. G. Hastings are both natives of Mas- 
sachusetts, the former having been born at New 
Salem, the latter in this town. 



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Flynt Building and Construction 
Company, Builders, Arcliitects, and Contractors. 
—The tlyut Building and Construction Company 
of this town stand pre-eminent in their line, scores 
of inaguiticent structures, public buildings, private 
residences, mills, bridges, and dams throughout tlie 
country standing as imperishable monuments to 
their ingenuity and skill. The company was organ- 
ized and incorporated under the laws of the State 
April, 1^84, with a capital of $30,UU0, the officers 
being VV. N. Flynt, president, and Rufus Flynt, 
secretary and treasurer. The company execute 
contracts for the erection of buildings complete, 
and also for the construction of railroads, darns, 
bridges, etc., andean furnish any variety of granite 
or brownstone for every class of building-work, 
delivered or set in place. They are agents also for 
Kew England for Stewart &Co.'spatentgranolithic 
sidewalk floors, steps, etc., and quote estimates and 
prices on any proposed building or construction, or 
any class of building material. They occupy 
spacious and handsome premises, including general 
office, private office, draughting room, etc , all com- 
pletely equipped in every particular, and a large 
stafi" of experienced and capable drauglitsmen, 
architects, and assistants are employed. The Messrs. 
Flynt are natives of Monson. Among the build- 
ings, etc., recently erected by them may be men- 
tioned the following throughout Massachusetts, 
Connecticut, New York, and Kew Jersey : Young 
Men's Christian Association, Brooklyn, N. Y.; 
Montague apartment house, Brooklyn, N. Y'., for 
Wm. Ziegler; six houses on Gates avenue, Brook- 
lyn, N. Y., for Wm. Gibb ; Clark Thread Company, 
mill, Newark, N. J.; Ashcroft Manufacturing Com- 
pany, mill, Bridgeport, Conn.; Danbury Town Hall, 
Danbury, Conn.; Slater Memorial Building, Nor- 
wich, Conn. ; Knowles Steam pump shops, Warren, 
Mass.; Monson Town Hall, Monson, Mass. ; S. F. 
Cushman's woolen mill, Monson, Mass. ; D. E. 
Whiton's mill. New London, Conn. ; depot for Bos- 
ton and Albany railroad, Brookfield, Mass., also at 
Palmer and Indian Orchard, Mass. ; stone dam at 
Jewett City, Conn., for W. A. Slater; dwelling- 
house for H. S. Hyde, Springfield, Mass. These are 
but a few of the many buildings constructed by this 
company. 

J. S. Holden & Co., Manufacturers of 
Woolens. — The firm of J. S. Holden & Co. was 
founded in 1883, and from its inception to the pres- 
ent has met with a large and substantial jiatronage. 
The factory, a four-story brick building 4'2xlU0 
feet in me;isurement, is conveniently located be- 
tween the New London Northern and the Bos- 
ton and Albany railroads. It is equipped with 
the most recently improved machinery, which is 
operated by an eighty-horse power steam engine. 
Permanent employment is aflbrded to from forty to 
fifty hands, and the products of the concern consist 
chielly of ladies' woolen dress goods. These fabrics 
are accounted among the best goods in tluir line 
put up'n the market, and wherever introduced 
meet with quick sales. In this way the firm has 
won its enviable reputation for the uniform high 
excellence of its manufactures. About ten lumdred 
yards of cloth are produced daily, and the distribut 
ing trade of the concern extends to all parts of the 
country. The manager of the business, Mr. J. S. 
Holden, is also the president of the Palmer Wire 
Manufacturing Company. 



Palmer Saving's Bank, Church Street. — 
This has been a most popular and successful bank 
ever since it was incorporated under the laws of 
the State in 1870. The bank offices are taste- 
fully fitted up and appointed. They are opened 
daily from nine A. 11. to three P. M. for the trans- 
action of business. The last yearly financial state- 
ment, made up on June 18th, 1886, showed the 
bank to be in a fiourishing condition. The bank 
had about two thousand five hundred opea 
accounts and deposits amounting to $801,446.99. It 
had also in hand undivided profits amounting to 
§12,869.67, and there is a guarantee fund of |il5,- 
000. This showing carries with it its owh com- 
ment, and ofl'ers the best assurance to the wage- 
earning classes that they can with safety deposit 
their small savings here at a profit until they are 
required ou the inevitable "rainy day." The offi- 
cers and trustees of the bank are : Charles L. Gard- 
ner, president; Enos Calkins, Philip P. Potter, and 
Lyman Dimock, vice-presidents; S. S. Taft, secre- 
tary ; L. E. Moore, treasurer; trustees — Enos 
Calkins, Ira G. Potter, R. L. Goddard, James B. 
Shaw, P. P. Potter, Lvman Dimock, George 
Mooers, C. L. Gardner, S. S. Taft, C. B. Fisk, J. S. 
Holden, H. G. Loomis, O. P. Allen, Stillraan Ellis, 
George C. Buell, Oren B. Smith, and L. E. Moore ; 
auditors, Charles B. Fisk, George C. Buell. 

LiOOmis Brothers, Furniture, Mattresses, 
Burial Caskets, and Coffins. — Messrs. Loomis 
Brothers are natives of Southwick, Mass., have 
resided in Palmer for forty-five years, and are the 
oldest business men in town. They established their 
business here in 1846, and for these forty years have 
been carrying on a first class business and enjoying 
a large trade. Their establishment is the oldest 
and the largest of the kind in the town. They 
occupy a three-story budding 60x50 feet in dimen- 
sions, and have every facility for the carrying on of 
their largetrade. The first floor of their establish- 
ment is filled with a general assortment of fine 
goods, the second floor with elegant parlor furni- 
ture, and the third floor with dining room and bed- 
room sets and bedding. A specialty is Graves' 
patent improved lounge bed, which is a perfect 
lounge and a perfect bed, ar.d requires no mattress. 
The firm also carry on a general undei taking busi- 
ness and jierform embalming in a manner skilled 
by experience. They employ five hands. The 
prices which prevail are invariably fair and reason- 
able, and no merchants stand better with their 
customers than do Messrs J. S. and II. G. Loomis. 

Smith & Co., Groceries and Provisions, No. 
41 Main Street. — This house was founded in 1850 
by Mr. S. W. Smith, a native of Rhode Island, who 
came to Palmer in 1S4.5. In 1874 he admitted his 
son, Mr. II. W. Smith, who was born in Palmer, as 
a copartner with himself, the firm style becoming 
Smith & Co. The firm occupy a fine, large store. 
The place is fitted up in excellent style and is com- 
pletely filleil with a very large assortment of gro- 
ceries, provisions, flour, salt, stone and g'assware, 
tobacco, cigars, and snuff'. The goods are iirst-elass 
in everv (larticiilar and are sold at very reasonable 
prices. Three clerks are employed and a delivery 
wagon is constantly kept in use. Mr. H.W.Smith 
is agent for Adams Express Company, and gives 
careful attention to this department. 



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S. H. Hellyar & Co., Dry Goods and 
Clothing, Main Street. — A very large and leading 
establishment in the dry goods and clothing trade in 
the town of Palmer is that conducted by Messrs. S. 
H. Hellyar <& Co., where they have been engaged 




in business isince 1880. A store and basement are 
occuiiied, the dimensions of each being l'20x.30 feet, 
with two large show windows, ki which a fine dis- 
play of goods miiy at all times be seen. The place 
is well stocked with an assortment of dry goods and 
all belonging to that department, together with a 
fidl and complete variety of ready-made clothing 
and gentlemen's furnishing goods. Four hands are 
employed and a large wholesale and retail trade is 
carried on. The ))roprietor, Mr. Hellyar, is a na- 
tive of Warren, Mass., and courteous and obliging 
to all. 

Brook.s Brothers, Hardware, Iron, Steel, 
Paints, Tools, Seeds, and Fertilizers, French's Block, 
corner Central and Pleasant Streets. — Messrs. Brooks 
Brothers are carrying on a prosperous wholesale and 
retail business as general dealers in hardware. The 
business of this house was inaugin-ated in 1S74 by 
Mr. George Robinson, the firm afterward becoming 
Robinson & Brooks. In 1S82 the firm style became 
Brooks Brothers, the copartners being Messrs. 
Frank L. and Walter J. Brooks, both natives of 
this town. The firm occupy a store 60x25 feet, and 



a storeroom 50x25 feet in dimensions, in which is 
stored a very large stock of general hardware of 
all ktnila, iron, steel, paints, tools, seeds, and fertil- 
izers. The stock is first-class in every particular 
and is arranged in excellent style. The Messrs. 

Brooks by dealing fairly with 
_ every one have built up the 

large trade which they at 

present enjoy. 

Palmer Carpet Com - 
paiiy , M a n u f a c t u r e r s of 
Wilton and r>rus.sels Carpets. 
— A well-known concern en- 
gaged in the manufacture of 
carpets is that of the Palmer 
CarpetCompany. The Com- 
pany was incorporated in No- 
vember, 1874, with a capital 
of $50,0(10. The president 
of the company is Mr.George 
Robinson, the treasurer Mr. 
Walter W. Law, and the su- 
perintendent Mr. A. Pinney. 
All these gentlemen have had 
long ]u'artical experience in 
theii' line of trade. Theniill 
premises are commodious,are 
equipped with twenty-four 
carpet looms and other ma- 
chinery, which is operated by 
a seventy-five-horse power 
steam engine and boiler, and 
are provided with all neces- 
sary conveniences and appli- 
ances for the successful prose- 
cution of the business. Sev- 
enty hands are employed, and 
about seven hundred yards of 
carpeting are jiroduced daily. 
The goods made here are the 
finest grades of Wilton and 
Brussels carpets, and a large 
trade is done with all sections 
of the country through the 
company's selling agents, 
Messrs. W. & J. Sloane, of 
Broadway, New York. 

Wrig-ht Wire Cloth Company, Manu- 
facturers of Power Loom Wire Cl.ith, of Iron, 
Brass, and Copper. — This company entered upon 
its career of usefulness in May, I8S(i. The pro- 
prietor of the enterprise, Mr. (icorge F. Wright, is 
a native of Massachnsatts, was twenty years with 
the Clinton Wire Clotli Company, and is an ex- 
jK'rt at his line of manufacture. His factory is lo- 
cated on the line of the Boston and Albany rail- 
road, and is a two-story brick structure 1 1)0x40 feet 
in dimensions. Steam power is supplied by a 
twenty-five-horse power engine and boiler, and the 
factory is fully supplied with the most improved 
machinery and appliances used in manufacturing 
woven wire goods. All kinds of goods in this 
line are made here, including steel sparker, fan 
mill, and malt kiln floor cloths, twisted nettings, 
fruit drying cloths, and improved wire lathing. 
From twenty to twenty-five hands are employed, 
and a large business is being built up, the company 
recognizing the whole United States as the field of 
its trade operations. 



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Betts Fencing Company, Manufacturers 
of Wire and Picket Fencing for Kailroads, Farms, 
etc. — The steady and extensive demand for an 
improved order of fencing for railroads, parks, 
farms, etc., that has grown up in tliis country of 
recent years has, as might be expected, impelled 
manv men of native genius and enterprise to em- 
bark in the business of manufacturing a superior ar- 
ticle iu this line. While it goes without saying that 
nearly all the fencing thus far placed upon the 
market possess some feature of merit, it is equally 
certain also that for general e.xcellence, neatness, 
elfectiveness, and durability, nothing of the kind 
yet introduced comes within measurable distance 
of the products of the Betts Fencing Company, of 
this town, manufacturers and sole proprietors of 
patents and territorial rights. These fences are 
made of wire and pickets and areespccially adapted 
for the use of railroads, highways, farms, lanes, parks, 
residences, churches, boundaries, etc., and are, by 
common consent, the fences par excellence in the 
country, and can be used for any purpose that a 
fence can possibly be used for, and for many pur- 
poses that others cannot. It is the cheapest, strong- 
est, and most ornamental, and, being portable, and 
very easy to put up, it makes an excellent corral or 
fence stockyard and pigpen, and, being dog and 
wolf proof is, therefore, the best sheep fence in the 
market. It is also humane, as stock cannot be in- 
jured by it, and will turn any stock from a pig to a 
mad bull without hurt to the animal or fence; in 
short, it is the fence for prairie, woods, swamps, low 
lands, high lands, villages, city, country seat, sea- 
shore, in fact, everywhere; wind does not affect it, 
water cannot wash it away ; it has no enemies and 
will not he cut down ; it destroys no land, and it is 
the coming fence. This flourishing enterprise, of 
which Mr. R. L. Goddard is the able and efficient 
manager, was started in 1883, and the positive and 
uniform success that lias attended it from the first 
abunilantly attests the superiority of the fencing as 
well as the excellence of the management. The 
works, wliich are located on Commercial street, are 
ample and commodious, comprising a two-story 
brick structure 75x80 feet in dimensions, supplied 
with steam power and completely equipped in 
every respect, several expert workmen being em- 
ployed, and the trade, which is steadily growing, 
extends all over the United States. Mr. Goddard, 
who was born in Petersham, Ma-ss., is a gentleman 
of sterling integrity in his dealings and business 
relations, and is lagely endowed with the foresight 
and energy proverbial of the veritable Yankee. 

Harrison \V. Munger, Merchant Tailor, 
opposite Antique House. — A house dating its ex- 
istence back for a period of nearly thirty years is 
that of Mr. Harrison W. Munger. Mr. Munger is a 
native of Wales, Mass., and is an old resident of 
Palmer, His business premises are located on 
Main street, opposite the Antique House, where he 
occupies a store 40x2.5 feet in dimensions, and the 
entire second floor, which is of similar size, and is 
used a,s a workroom. The store is tilled with a very 
large, choice stock of well-selected broadcloths, 
diagonals, worsteds, cassimeres, and vestings of the 
best foreign and domestic manufacture, which are 
ottered at very moderate prices. Mr. Munger em- 
ploys fifteen hands, and the custom garments turned 
out by him are of the most stylish and perfect tit 
and of the very best workmanship. 



F. kF. Marcy, Carpenter and Builder, and 
Wholesale and Retail Dealer in Lumber, .Shingles, 
etc. — A representative concern and the only one of 
the kind iu this part of the town is that of Mr. F. 
F. Marcy, carpenter and builder, and dealer in 
lumber, etc., and which since its iuception in 1878 
has been conducted with continuous and uninter- 
rupted success. The yards and premises, which are 
located at the junction of the New London Northern 
and the Boston and Albany railroads, west of depot, 
cover a superficial area of two acres of ground (.the 
plant including planing-mill, saw-mill, storehouse, 
etc.), are s^jplied with steam power and completely 
equipped in every respect, and an extensive and 
carefully selected stock is carried, comprising lum- 
ber of all kinds (a specialty being made of hand- 
ling chestnut and oak), shingles, lath, clapboards, 
doors, frames, windows, blinds, sash, and moldings, 
the trade, which is both wholesale and retail, ex- 
tending to all parts of the country within a radius 
of one hundred miles of this place, possessing, also, 
excellent transportation facilities. Some twelve to 
twenty hands are constantly employed, and con- 
tracts for carpenter work and building are executed 
in the most expeditious and satisfactory manner, 
and estimates are promptly furnished, the entire 
business being under the capable and efficient man- 
agement of >Ir. H. P. Marcy, who is a native of 
Holland, Mass. 

J. B. Shaw, Dry Goods and Groceries, Main 
Street. — Mr. Shaw founded this business in 1866, 
and has in these twenty years made himself, as 
well as his business establishment, popular in this 
community. The store is a tirst-class place in 
every respect, being well fitted up and attraciive. 
The premises are 5Ux25 feet in dimensions, the space 
occupied being further augmented by the addition 
of a large storeroom 50x15 feet in size. The store 
is filled with a complete assortment of first-class 
groceries of all kinds, which an active and large 
trade compels Mr. Shaw to turn so often as to se- 
cure a perpetually fresh condition ; also a general 
line of dry goods and fancy goods, comprising every- 
thing sought by ladies, carefully selected, and from 
the finest to medium grades, is always to be found 
in stock. Mr. Shaw is a native of Hartford, Mass., 
has for a long number of years resided in Pal- 
mer, and is the honored president of the Palmer 
National Bank. 



F. D. Barton, Watches, Clocks, Jewelry, 
Silverware, and Optical Goods, Main Street. — An 
enterprising house in Palmer devoted to the jew- 
elry trade is that of Mr. F. D. Barton, who estab- 
lished his business here in 1881. His store is a 
first-class establishment in every respect. The di- 
mensions of this neatly kept store are 60x25 feet. 
The place is attractive in its arrangement and is 
well stocked with a complete and valuable assort- 
ment of watches, diamonds, clocks, jewelry, silver- 
ware, and optical goods. Mr. Barton makes a 
specialty of his repairing department, and is 
always on the alert to see that he keeps it equipped 
with all the latest and most improved tools, lathes, 
and other appliances used for first -cla^s work. Mr. 
Barton is a native of North Brookfield, Mass., and 
has had an experience of thirteen years at his 
business. He enjoys a large and tirst-class local 
trade. 



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O. P. Allen, Druggist, Bookseller, aftd Sta- 
tioner, No. 7 Tilain Street.— Twenty-seven years ago 
Mr O r. Allen, a native of Vermont, established 
himself in business in Palmer. He is an accom- 
plished and experienced pharmacist. IIis store is 
large and is provided with every facility and con- 







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venience. In size it is 60x25 feet, and is connected 
with a storeroom at the rear 25x20 feet in size. 
The store presents an attractive ai^pearance, and is 
filled with a large stock of pure drugs, chemicals, 
etc., also a full line of toilet and fancy articles, 
books and stationery of all kinds. Mr. Allen pays 
particular attention to the prescription department 
and fills pliysicians' prescriptions with accuracy and 
care. lie is proprietor of Dr. Higgins antalgica, a 
valuable remedial agent, also a number of other 
well-known compounds. 

H. P. Longley, Choice Groceries, Teas, 
Cofiees, Crockery, Glass, Stone, and A\ ooden \\ are, 
French's Block-, Central Street.— Mr. H. P. Long- 
ley established himself in business in this town in 
1882, in companv with a Mr. Weld, Mr Longlen 
becoming the sole proprietor of the establishment 
in May 1 885. Since then he has greatly increased 
the facilities of his house. He occupies a fine, 
large store, the dimensions being 60x25 feet, the 
place being commodious and excellent in its ap- 
pointments. It contains a very large stock ol 
choice fancy and staple groceries, teas, cotices, 
spices, flour, crockery, glass, stone, and wooden 
ware. The groceries are always fresh and hrst- 
class in nual it v, as the large trade of the house com- 
pels the constant receipt of fresh invoices of goods. 
The prices which rule are remarkable for their 
cheapness and are so low that it would be difficult 
to get as fine goods at a duplicate price elsewhere. 
Mr! Longley is a native of Westboro, Mass., and is 
a conscientious, active business man. 

G. I^. Hitchcock, Druggist and Pharma- 
cist, corner Main and Walnut Streets -For thir- 
teen venrs the house of G. L. Hitchcock has been 
one of the most prominent business establishments 
in this town, and has an established re[)utation for 
reliahilitv and merit. The proprietor, Mr. li. L. 
Hitchcock, is a native of Maine. He occupies two 
stores at the corner of Main and Walnut streets, 
which are hiree and handsomely lifted up. One is 
filled with a large stock of stationery, wall paper, 
paints, and the other with a first-class assortment 
of drugs, chemicals, toilet and fancy articles, and 



druggists' sundries, etc. The drug store is pro- 
vided with handsome show-cases, a fine soda-water 
fountain, and attractive store fixtures. The pre- 
scription department is managed with consummate 
ability and scrupulous care, and confidence in the 
proprietor and his assistants is always justified. 
Mr. Hitchcock is a skilled pharmacist, and has had 
long and valuable experience at the profession. 

The Palmer National Bank, J. B. Shaw, 
President; Charles B. Fisk, Cashier, Church Street. 
— Among the substantial and reliable corporations 
of Palmer, Massachusetts, to which business men can 
always look with confidence, is the Palmer National 
Bank. The Palmer National Bank transacts alegiti- 
mate banking business with individuals, corpora- 
tions, bankers, and banks, receiving their accounts 
uponfavorable terms, and affording thcnr every con- 
venience and facility. Tliis bank gives special at- 
tention to collections in all the principal chies of 
the United States, Canada, and Europe, and remits 
promptly to patrons. It deals in city. Government, 
and State bonds, furnishes letters of credit for 
European travel, and cashes coupons. Its present 
executive officers are: J. B. Shaw, president; L._E. 
Moore, vice-president; Charles B. Fisk, cashier. 
The annexed statement of the Palmer National 
Bank at the close of business April 1st, 1886, shows 
its afllurs to be in a flourishing condition : Assets- 
Loans and discounts, 5;266,232.f5; United States 
bonds, §150,000 ; other stocks, bonds, etc, $11,914 ; 
furniture and fixtures, $4,:^00; redemption fund 
with United States Treasurer, $6,750; premium 
account, 5;20,OllO; checkbook account, $117; due 
from other banks, $44,790.96 ; cash, $2 1.633.44; total, 
$525,737.95. Liabilities— Capital stock, $200,000; 
surplus fund, $9,000; undivided profits, $4,872.40; 
circulation, $134,380; dividends unpaid, $4,074; 
deposits, $168,148.18; due other banks, $5,263.37 ; 
total, $52-5,737.95. Its officials are noted for their 
courtesy and promptness in the dispatch of business, 
thoroughly accommodating to patrons, and very 
popular with all who are brought into relations 
with the hank. The directors are all prominent 
citizens of Palmer and its vicinity, and under their 
careful management the interests of the Palmer 
National Bank are attended to in a faithful and 
honorable manner. 



Li. E. Ferry, Proprietor Massawanna Livery 
Stables, Walnut Street.— This new, first-class estab 
lishment was fitted up under the immediatesuper- 
vision and direction of the proprietor, and is pro- 
vided with every accommodation for the care of 
horses and vehicles. It is furnished with hnrge, 
well-ventilated box stalls, harness, and carriage 
rooms, with every essential ^or the care and comfort 
of teams. Mr. L. E. Ferry opened these stables to 
the public in April, 1885. The stable is a new 
two-story building 60x50 feet in dimensions, which 
is alwavs kept clean and in first-cl.iss order. The 
stable "has full space for the accommodation of 
thirty horses and fifteen carriages. Mr. Ferry 
runs'eight horses and eieht double and single light 
wagons, etc., and is prepared at all times to furnish 
stvlish turnouts at reasonable prices. He gives par- 
ticular attention to boarding horses, either by the 
day, week, or month, the best of cire and attention 
being shown to animals placed in his charge. Mr. 
Ferry is a native of Brimlield, Mass. 



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Hitchcock & Blanchard, Plumbers, Gas, 
and Steam Fitters, also Dealers in Stoves, Ranges, 
and Tinware, Main Street. — The business house 
of Messrs. Hitchcock & Blanchard was founded 
here by Mr. W. H. Hitchcock, the tirm becoming 
Hitchcock & Blanchard in October, 1885. The 
trade demands the entire use of a store and base- 
ment, each 50x25 feet in dimensions. The store is 
filled with a first-class assortment of stoves, ranges, 
and tin and sheet-iron ware of all kinds. The 
(quality of their goods are such that they can be re- 
lied upon as giving satisfaction in every instance. 
Four hands are employed, and besides manufactur- 
ing all kinds of tin and sheet-iron ware, the firm 
also execute slate and gravel roofing in the best 
style of workmanship. Messrs. Hitchcock & 
Blanchard are both natives of this State, the former 
of Pdmer, the latter of Awherst. 



O. C. Marcy, Livery Stable, rear of Con- 
verse House. — This gentleman, who was born in 
Holland, Mass., has been a resident of Palmer for 
sixteen years. In 1871 he entered into business as 
a general livery stable keeper, and has met with 
much success. His stables comprise a two-story 
frame building, 100x30 feet in dimensions, a one- 
story building 60x30 feet, and a number of sheds 
in the stable yard, which is 100.x75 feet in size. 
The stables are always kept in excellent condition, 
and have ample accommodation for taking care of 
forty-six horses and forty carriages. Mr. Marcy 
owns and has in active use twenty horses, thirteen 
light wagons, three double wagons, two Concords, 
and two express wagons. First-class teams are fur- 
nished, with or without drivers, at reasonable 
rates. Orders received by mail, telephone, or tele- 
graph are promptl7 responded to. 



TOWN OF MONSON. 



One of the most interesting in itself and its history of the towns and cities in Western Massachu- 
setts, Monson is also one of the oldest in the State. It was formerly the western half of Brinfield, from 




LIBRARY — HORATIO XYON MEMORIAL. 

which it was detached and made a separate district in 1760. What is now Monson seems to have had 
its origin in a tavern, built by one Kiohard Fellows in 1657 or 1658, to whom the General Court of 
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Massachusetts granted two liundred acres of upland and meadows on Chicopee river, rate free, on 
condition that he would "build a house suitable to entertain travelers, man and beast, with lodg- 
ing and food, with beer, wine, and strong liquors," within a year, and maintain it for seven. Before 
the seven years were up, however, the Indians had made things too hot for Mr. Fellows, who reluctantly 
turned a cold shoulder to the house of entertainment, and was allowed to sell the land. This was situ- 
ated near the junction of Chicopee brook with Chicopee river, contiguous to the present village of 
Palmer. 

Monson, at the time it was made a separate district, had a population of some three hundred and 
sixty persons, and was given its name by Governor Powual, in honor of the president of the English 




MEMORIAL HALL. 



Board of Trade. It was incorporated a town October 20th, 1775. The town was small, but its zeal and 
patriotism were large and lofty, and its people were among the first to contribute to the general fund 
for the support of the cause of Independence. This they had done in the preceding April, and the 
closing portion of the letter accompanying the donation is, very like a woman's postscrijit to her letter, 
the most significant sentence in it. One scarce knows whether to admire the more its wit or its business 



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TO WN OF MONSON. 




SOLDIEKS' MONUMENT. 



■ense. Thus it runs : " N. B. We have eighty fellows in this district, a great part of whom are disci- 
plined and excellent marksmen. I dare be bold to say, that at about thirty rods distant they would 
pick up Tories as fast as so many hawks would pick frogs from a frog-poud." 



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In 1820 the town had made marked and permanent progress. Its population had increased to 
twenty-one hundred and twenty-six, the Congregational church had been early established, the Academy 
started, the town divided into nine school districts, and schools set in operation. The following year the 
post-office was opened, with Rufus Klynt as postmaster, a position he continued to hold till his death, 
fifteen years later. 

The same patriotic spirit that distinguished the inhabitants of Monson during the Revolution 
found expression in the late war. Of the one hundred and tifty-five men enrolled in the Union army, 
twenty-nine were killed in battle or died of disease, and the names of all these gallant men are 
inscribed upon tablets in Memorial Hall. 

Monson is situated in Hampden county, seventeen miles east from Springfield, eighty west-south- 
west from Boston, Palmer being four miles distant. It is on the Kew London Northern railroad, and 
lies in a narrow valley, through which runs Chicopee creek, whose waters are utilized for the operation 
of numerous mills and factories that are an important element in the prosperity of the town. It has 
been justly designated " a typical New England community," and is, indeed, an inviting and pleasant 
spot as to its surrounding scenery and its general features. 




THE TOWTTE's block. 

The highest elevation in the town has been made the site of some of its most noticeable public im- 
provements. Here is the Monson Academy, founded so early as June 21st, 1804, and which very soon 
made an honorable name and reputation for itself throughout the valley of the Connecticut. It now has 
about one hundred students, and its nearly seven thousand graduates include not a few men whose emi- 
nence and distinction have shed lustre upon the faithful and scholarly teachers and thorough methods 
of instruction that have made its career marked and memorable. Among them may be mentioned Rev. Dr. 
Richard S. Storrs, of Brooklyn, N. Y. ; Professor Henry L. Barnard, late United States commissioner of 
education ; Professor W. A. Larned, of Yale College, and Yung Wing, of the Chinese Embassy. In May 
last the Academy building was burned to the ground, but its site will be presently adorned by a new 
and modern structure at a cost of some $30,000, raised through the instrumentality of Mr. William N. 
Flynt, whose public spirit is proverbial. 

The beautiful Congregational Church, of the first religious society in town, stands near by, the other 
churches being the Methodist, Episcopal, the Universalist, and the Roman Catholic. 

Here, too, is the Memorial Horatio Lyon Library building, the gift of Mr. Lyon's daughter, Mrs. 
Carrie W. Dale. Built of granite, it is in the Romanesque style, was dedicated March 28th, 1882, and 
has a library of some five thousand volumes, free to the public. On the same eminence is ^Memorial 
building, the outcome of a citizens' movement toward a Town Hall combined with the Monson Soldiers' 



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Memorial Association. It is a striking and elegant piece of architecture. The expense of the building 
itself was defrayed by tlie town, the ground was donated by 5Ir. R. M. Reynolds, and this gentleman, 
with his brother, Tlieodore Reynolds, and their late fatlier, Mr. Joseph L. Reynolds, furnished the 
building at a cost of )ii.5,0U0. It was completed in the fall of 1885. Beneath its roof are the town offices, 
a splendid audience room for public meetings and other assemblages, and on the second floor the hand- 
somely appointed rooms of the Marcus Keep Post, G. A. R. 

On the green, and lifting itself forty-six feet above the sod it consecrates, is the Soldiers' Monument. 
A graceful shaft, beautiful in its simplicity, it is constnicted of Ryegate granite, is surmounted by the 
statue of a soldier, the faces of the base above the pedestal being fittingly inscribed. It was the gift of 
Mr. Cyrus W. Holmes, wlio built it at expense of IJ5,500, and was dedicated July 4th, 1884. 

In 1883 a picturesque park of great natural beauty, situated just above Main street, and some forty 
acres in extent, was presented to the public by Mr. W. N. Flynt. These grounds are being further ex- 
tended and continually improved by this public-spir- 
ited gentleman, under plans which promise to make it 
the most attractive public park in the country. 

Another example of the generous public spirit that 
characterizes our leading citizens is presently to be 
added to those that already adorn the town. This will 
consist in a public drinking fountain of beautiful and 
artistic design, to be erected at the junction of Main 
street with that near the Methodist church. It is to 
be constructed of selected Monson granite, will be the 
gift of Mr. S. F. Cusliman, and a fitting companion to 
the Flynt and Ellis fountains in other parts of the 
town. 

Manufacturing enterprises of one kind and another 
were being prosecuted in Monson as early as 1800. Of 
course, there were sawmills and gristmills before that 
date, but about this time other ventures were under- 
taken. It was in the year above mentioned that Asa 
Gates erected a custom carding mill upon the site now 
occupied by S. F. Cushman's mill, and Jeremiah Bum- 
stead was manufacturing bar iron in a modest way from 
scrap and local bog iron. A very few years further on 
linseed oil was being produced in conjunction with a 
sawmill, and in 1808 Roswell Merrick commenced the 
tanning business. 

The first really permanent and substantial move- 
ment in the direction of manufacturing was in 1803, 
when Asa Gates' carding mill was converted into a two- 
Bet woolen mill and the Monson Woolen Manufactur- 
ing Company organized. Horatio Lyon was one of the 
original incorporators and the leading spirit in the 
business for half a century. 

The manufacture of cotton yarn was begun in 1811 by Roswell Merrick, in the " north factory" 
erected by him, and cotton goods were manufactured by the Hampden Cotton Company, whose personnel 
was almost identical with that of the Monson Woolen Company, in a mill built for that purpose in 
1814. This was made a woolen mill in 1846 for the production of indigo blue or "Reynolds'" 
satinets. 

The Hampden Company built a second mill in 1829, which became the property of Messrs. C. W. 
Holmes & Sons forty years later. Destroyed by fire, the mill site and tenement houses were purchased 
by Mr. D. W. Ellis in 1872. 

The late Joseph L. Reynolds put up a mill in 1837 and another in 1859. The latter stood upon 
the site of the present Rockland Mill. 

Tlie straw-liat industry was inaugurated here in 1838 by the manufacture of palmleaf hoods by 
Messrs. Merrick & Fay. In three years it had developed into the making of ladies' Iiats and bonnets. 

Another factory was established in 1831. Only the sewing is done here by machinery, the hand- 




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woven wheat-straw braids being imported from China, Japan, Rwitzerlr,nd, and Italy, and the Macki- 
naw braids from the Canadian side of Lake Superior, wliere tliey are made by the Indian squaws. 

The extensive granite quarry, about a mile to the north of tlie town, and owned and worked by the 
W. N. Flynt Granite Company, is a conspicuous feature of tliis locality. 

Asa Moulton seems to have been the first merchant of Mouson, and had a store on Moulton Hill in 
1760. Later are found William and Joel Norcross and Bufus Flynt, the first postmaster and the first 
operator of the granite quarries. 

Monson has two banks. The Monson Bank was organized October 1st, 1854, with a capital of 
$1.50,000, its first president being William N. Flynt. It was one of the first in the Western section of 
the State to reorganize under the national banking act. The Savings Bank was incorporated in 1872, 
and its deposits at the present time amount to more than §500,000. 

Beneficial and similar societies are represented liere in the Grand Army Post, a Masonic lodge, 
the Dayspring, and a lodge of the Ancient Order of Hibernians. 

The State Primary School, situated near the Palmer line, was establislied in 1863. 

With its beautiful location, highly intelligent people, excellent schools and churches, general thrift 
and prosperity, its many valuable public improvements, the ancient town of Monson is to-day younger 
and stronger than ever, and in every essential regard is abreast with the spirit of the age. 



Gagre & Reynolds, Manufacturers and 
Finishers of Straw (ioods. — As a fixctor in the gen- 
eral aggregate of industrial activity in this country 
to-day the importance of the straw goods industry 
can scarcely be overestimated. The enormous 
amount of capital invested, the thousands to whom 
the trade afibrds employment, and the varied and 
vast interests involved, place it at once among the 
great departments of mercantile and manufacturing 
pursuits. A representative firm engaged in this 
line in Monson — and a leading one of the kind 
here — is that of Gage it Reynolds, manufacturers 
and finishers of straw goods, whose products are in 
steady and extensive demand all over the land, 
owing to their general excellence, the trade, which 
is exceedingly lieavy, reaching to every section of 
the United States and Canada. This flourishing 
enterprise was started in 1881, and from its incep- 
tion the business has steadily grown and expanded, 
until now the demand is fully commensurate with 
the capacity of the establishment. The factory 
and premises are very capacious (the plant covering 
a superficial area of several acres, and comprising 
altogether seven buildings), supplied with ample 
steam-power, and thoroughly equijiped in every 
respect, and employment is given to upward of two 
hundred expert hands. They manufacture and 
finish straw hats of all kinds for men's, boys', and 
children's wear, and produce on an average 
daily over two thousand dozen hats, which find 
ready market throughout the country, with a very 
substantial export trade, also, to Canada, etc., the 
firm being represented in New York by I). W. 
Deake, their agent, with warerooms at Nos. 616 
and 618 Broadway. The copartnership consists of 
Messrs. A. A. Gage, a native of Connecticut, but 
an old resident here, and K. M. Reynolds, who was 
born in this town. They are both men of tremen- 
dous energy and thoroughly conversant with every 
department and feature of their business. 

W. N. Flynt & Son, Wholesale and Retail 
Merchants, Dealers in Dry and Fancy Goods, 
Small Wares, Crockery, Groceries, etc., Towne's 
Block, Main Street. — This ably conducted and 
prosperous house was established in 1878 by W. N. 
Flynt & Co., they carrying it on up to the first of 
the present year, when the style of firm became 
W. N. Flynt & Son (L. C, Flynt), who have since 



continued the business with eminent success. They 
occupy spacious and commodious premises, compris- 
ing two stores connected, each 35x60 feet in dimen- 
sions, with basements. The stock includes a full 
and fine line of dry goods, fancy articles, linens, 
hosiery, gloves, underclothing, and small wares, 
also hardware and crockery of all kinds, agricul- 
tural implements and garden tools, housefurnishing 
goods, paper hangings, window shades and fixtures, 
choice family groceries, produce and provisions, 
tobaccos, cigars and smokers' articles, flour, grain, 
feed and meal, also akron, and cement, di'ain and 
sewer pipe, Stockbridge fertilizers, Bowker's phos- 
phates, fine ground plaster, lime, cement, hair, 
brick, and building materials. The trade, which is 
both wholesale and retail, is very extensive, requir- 
ing the services of seven active and capable assist- 
ants. A very fine display of goods is made, heavy 
and superior lines being always carried to meet the 
large and increasing demands of an extensive trade, 
and everything about tlie phice indicates method 
and excellent management. Messrs. Flynt, father 
and son, are both natives of Monson. 



Fay, Peck & Co., Manufacturers of Straw 
Goods. — A record of uninterrupted existence ex- 
tending over a period of forty-one years marks the 
history of the widely known concern of Fay, 
Peck & Co., manufacturers of straw goods, this 
town, its products being ladies' straw hats and 
bonnets, which are in steady and extensive de- 
mand all over the country. Founded in 1845 by 
Merrick & Fay, who were succeeded by Merrick, 
Fay, Peck & Co., and which firm name was changed 
in 1884 to the present style, the business has from 
the start been conducted with uniform success. 
The factory is vei-y extensive, the plant comprising 
three capacious buildings, supplied with heavy 
steam-power, and thoroughly equipped, and up- 
ward of three hundred and fifty expert hands are 
employed, the production being about six thousand 
hats and bonnets jdaily, the firm of H. Hodges, 
Son & Co., Nos. 616 and 618 Broadway, New 
York, being the selling agents. Messrs. Rufus 
Fay, Fred. Fay, and C. L. Peck, who compose 
the present copartnership, are all natives of Mon- 
son, and are among the most prominent citizens and 
leading business men. 



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LEADINC MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



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W. N. Flynt Granite Company, Whole- 
sale and Retail Granite Dealers. — One of the chief 
and most prosperous industries of the goodly town 
of Monson, and that by which it is most widely 
known, is the granite quarry carried on by the W. 
N. Flynt Granite Company. Monson granite is 
now famous from one end of the countiy to the 
other, and some of the handsomest buildings in the 
United States are either built of it or trimmed with 
it. This quarry is situated about a mile to the 
north of the town, on the road to Palmer, and the 
first stone was taken out by the United States Gov- 
ernment for the Springfield Armory buildings. In 
1824 Mr. Rufus Flynt, father of the founder of the 
present company, commenced to operate it with 
four or five men, and in 1839 it was taken in hand 
by Mr. W. N. Flynt, under whose energetic and 
enterprising management it has become widely 
known and eminently prosperous. This extensive 
and productive property covers about five hundred 
acres, and has a working face one thousand feet in 
length by forty feet in height. Its geological for- 
mation is unique, being one of the most remarkable 
in the New England States, and of such a character 
that the work of quarrying is rendered ea.sy and 
rapid. Up to the time of the opening of the Bos- 
ton and Albany railroad, in 1839, tlie demand for 
the stone was necessarily local, but the transporta- 
tion facilities ofl'ered by the railway were at once 
availed of and greatly stimulated the business. 
The nearest station was three miles distant, and 
stone was hauled thither by teams. In 1865 Mr. 
Flynt, with characteristic enterprise, brought the 
shipping station within a mile of the quarry by ar- 
ranging with the New London Northern railway 
for a side track. All this time Monson granite was 
becoming more widely known and more generally 
sought, the demand for it was rapidly increasing, 
and, after the completion of the above-mentioned 
important improvement, two steam derricks, fifteen 
or twenty teams, and a correspondingly large force 
of workmen were required to get out a supply 
equal to the demand. Still greater and well-nigh 
perfect facilities were acquired in the year 187.5 by 
the construction of a two-mile railway from the 
main line of the New London Northern railroad 
into the quarry itself. The necessity for teaming 
was thus done away with, and steam derricks now 
lift the quarried stone directly upon the cars. 
With the splendid and une.xcelled facilities now in 
hand the W. N. Flynt Granite Company is able 
to successfully confront any possible competition in 
the Boston, New York, and Chicago markets. 
Some idea of the e.xteut of the business of this 
comjiany may be formed from the fact that it em- 
ploys an average of one hundred and fifty men, and 
the annual shipments aggregate thirty thousand 
tons, or three hundred and sixty thousand cubic 
feet, valued at S-00,OUO. The stone of this quarry 
is very superior in quality and runs in two shades 
— one a mottled white, the other a beautiful dark 
blue, and both capable of high polish. Following 
is a list of some of the buildings constru'^t^'l of 
Monson granite: Horatio Lvon Memoi'i:il Li- 
brary and Memorial Town Hall, Monson; Rtjmb- 
limn Block, Boston and Allianv railroad building, 
andAgawam Bank, Springfield; City Hall, Hol- 
yoke; Universalist Church, Palmer; G. Henry 
Whitcomb's residence and two business blocks, 
Worcester; Boston and Albany depots, at Bos- 
ton and Palmer; Walker Hall, Amherst College, 



A.mherst; fronts of St. Francis' Xavier Church, 
Sixteenth street, New York city, and the pastoral 
residence, corner of Eighty-fourth street and Fourth 
avenue. The granite for the new hotel buildings 
at Ware and Warren, and the stone for Judge 
Henry Hilton's mansion, at Saratoga Springs, are 
from this famous quarry. The stone for the im- 
posing tomb, in the Woodland Cemetery, of Mr. O. 
D. Munn, senior partner of the firm of Muun & 
Co., New York city, was also furnished by this 
company, and it is sending granite as far west as 
Topeka, Kan., for the State Capitol. But the 
stone quarried here is not only in demand for trim- 
mings and underpinnings, but for buildings and 
cemetery work. This company makes a specialty 
of stone for bridge work, and furnishes an immense 
amount of curbing, the latter at the rate of six 
miles of streets per year. The W. N. Flynt Gran- 
ite Company was incorporated under the laws of 
the State of Massachusetts in January, 1885, with 
a capital of filOO,000. Mr. W. N. Flynt, the presi- 
dent, was born in this town March 14th, 1818, and 
is the Second son of Rufus Flynt, who is mentioned 
in the town sketch that precedes these articles. 
He was educated in the Academy and gained his 
first practical knowledge of business as a clerk in 
his father's store. When but twenty-one years of 
age he took hold of the almost untouched quarry 
whose splendid development is the result of his un- 
tiring energy and pronounced talent for business. 
Though the management of this extensive business 
is now in the hands of his sons, who, by the way, 
inherit many of the qualities and much of the 
sound sense that have always distinguished their 
father, the latter retains an active interest in it. 
Of his integrity, large-mindedness, and public 
spirit not a word need be said, nor of the prominent 
and generous part he has had in bringing this 
town to its present stage of prosperity. Suffice to 
say that Mr. W. N. Flynt belongs to that class of 
men who think they serve themselvesbest by serv- 
ing their fellow-men. 

G. L. Keeney, Druggist, Bookseller, Sta- 
tioner, School Supplies, and Wall Papers, etc. — Mr. 
(i. L. Keeney is a gentleman of many years' prac- 
tical experience in this business, which is sufficient 
guarantee that the management of his establish- 
ment will not permit of any carelessness or igno- 
rance in the compounding of physicians' prescrip- 
tions or family recipes. The business was founded 
by Mr. John M. Phipps about ten years ago, who 
was succeeded by the present proprietor in 1881. 
The store is conveniently located, spacious, and 
fitted up in the most attractive style, and includes 
an artistic soda-water fountain. The stock is com- 
prehensive and well selected, and comprises a full 
line of fresh and pure drugs, chemicals, proprietary 
medicines of well-known merit and rejmtation, toilet 
articles, perfumery, fancy goods in profusion, drug- 
gists'_ sundries, wall papers, mineral waters of do- 
mestic and foreign production, while the greatest 
care ig given to the accurate compcjnding of 
pliysicians' prescriptions and family recipes. He 
also carries a large and well-.selected stock of books 
of the most )iopular authors, also a full line of sta- 
tionery and school supplies. Mr. Keeney is a native 
of Vernon, Conn., and went from there to Man- 
chester and thence to Monson. He is a member of 
the Commonwealth Board of Pharmacy of Massa- 
chusetts. 



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TOWN OF MONSOM. 



K. M. & Theo. Reynolds, Manufacturers 
of Woolen Goods, Office, Main Street. — In review- 
ing tlie numerous enterprises that have made 
Monson one of the principal ctTitres of manufac- 
turing activity, it is comparatively easy to see 
that the manufacture of cassimeres, worsteds, 
and other dress goods has exercised a great influ- 
ence on its prosperity. Prominent among the lead- 
ing and representative houses' actively engaged in 
tills industry in Massachusetts is that of Messrs. 
K. M. & Theo. Reynolds, manufacturers of woolen 
and worsted dress goods, whose offices in Monson 
are located on Main street. This business was 
originally established in 1S35 by Mr. J. L. Rey- 
nolds, who conducted it for half a century, when 
he died, after a long, honorable, and brilliant 
career. He was greatly lamented by a large circle 
of friends and acquaintances, owing to his gene- 
rosity and indexible integrity, and liis death left a 
void very difficult to till.. His sons, Messrs. R. M. 
& Theo. Reynolds, succeeded to the management, 
and are now carrying on the business with great 
zeal, skill, and success. The premises occupied for 
manufacturing purposes comprise two extensive 
mills, with other spacious buildings, which are 
admirably supplied with all tlie latest improved 
appliances and machinery, including thirty cards, 
seventy-five broad looms, and five thousand spin- 
dles. The machinery is driven by two powerful 
turbine wheels and two steam engines of eighty- 
horse power. One hundred and eighty experienced 
operatives are employed in the factories. Messrs. 
R. M. & Theo. Reynolds manufacture extensively 
cassimeres, worsteds, ladies' dress goods, etc., which 
have gained an enviable reputation with the trade 
for their quality, finish, style, and excellence. 
These goods are general favorites wherever intro- 
duced, and are fully equal to the finest productions 
of foreign manufacturers. The resources of this 
responsible house are such that the largest orders 
may be promptly iilled and with perfect satisfaction 
to the trade. Messrs. R. M. ft, Theo. Reynolds are 
both natives of Monson, and are highly esteemed 
in manufacturing and financial circles for their 
business capacity, integrity, and energy. 

MoBison House, F. E. Stevens, Proprietor, 

Main Street. — The Monson House was first opened 
to the public in 1S76 by Mr. L. (i. Cushman, Mr. 
Stevens succeeding to the management in 1.S83. 
Under the new management many imjiortant im- 
provements have been introduced, and the place is 
complete in its equipments. The Monson House 
is centrally located on Main street, within a short 
distahce of the railroad station, and to which guests 
are carried free of charge. The hotel building is a 
four-story structure 60x30 feet in dimensions, fitted 
and furnished throughout in first-class style. It 
contains thirty-si.x fine sleeping-rooms, furnished 
comfortably and with clean beds and bedding. On 
the first Hoor is the dining-room, which seats forty- 
eight persons, tlie ladies' parlor, gentlemen's read- 
ing and writing rooms, and the business office. The 
table is always supplied with the best of everything 
the market affords. Ten assistants are engaged. A 
livery stable is run in connection with the Monson, 
from wliich excellent eiiuipages may be obtained 
at reasonable prices. The commercial trade is |iar- 
ticularly catered to and at the low rates of two dol- 
lars per day. Mr. Stevens is a native of Barre, M;iss., 
and is a practical hotel man of much experience. 



H. Cliapin, Registered Pharmacist, corner 
Main and Lincoln Streets. — A leading drug estab- 
lishment in the town of Monson is that conducted 
by Mr. H. C'hapin. This house was founded in 
1S80, and has gradually been enlarging its commer- 
cial relations. The store is iiUx2o feet, and pro- 
vided with every facility for conducting the busi- 
ness upon the largest scale. The store is hand- 
somely furnished, is provided with line show-cases, 
and is made additionally attractive by the presence 
of an elegant soda-water fountain 'made by Puller 
& Sons, of Boston. The stock carried embraces a 
full assortment of pure drugs and chemicals, medi- 
cines, and a complete variety of toilet and fancy ar- 
ticles, jierfumery, etc. A specialty is made of filling 
physicians' prescriptions in a careful manner, and 
two competent assistants are employed in the dis- 
pensing department. Mr. Chapin is a native of 
Connecticut, was liorn in 18-12, and haslong resided 
in Monson. He served in the war of tlie rebel- 
lion for five years, having charge of the medical 
supplies for the army in Washington for three 
years, and was first commander of Post 155, of Mon- 
son, G. A. E. 

Noroross Bros., Dealers in General Mer- 
chandise, Main Street. — A leading and flourishing 
business house in this town is that of the ISorcross 
Brothers, who established their business here in 
1882, and quickly wontheir way toaforemost com- 
mercial position. Their fine store is large, covering 
an area of 80x'25 feet. The firm are general deal- 
ers in groceries and household and farm supplies, 
the stock carried being very large. The stock in- 
cludes ice-cream freezers, oil stoves, churns, lawn 
mowers, croquet sets, water pots, force jiumps, water 
sets, cultivators, hoes, rakes, haying tools, scythes, 
snathes, rakes, screen doors and windows, fly paper 
and fly powder, Paris green, slug shot, fish poles, 
wheelbarrows, mowing machine oils, etc. ; also a 
full line of groceries, teas, coH'ees, sugars, confec- 
tionery, fancy crackers, canned meat. No. 1 mack- 
erel, Massasoit flour, which the firm buy by the car- 
load and offer at lowest prices; fresh fruit every 
day received, etc. They also sell Johns' asbestos 
paint, and have a large variety of five and ten cent 
goods. The members of the firm, Messrs. A. D. 
and H. C. Norcross, are both natives of Monson. 

D. W. Ellis & Son, Manufacturers of Fancy 
Cassimeres. — This business was established in 1871 
by Mr. D. W. Ellis, who conducted it until 1879, 
when he admitted his son, Mr. Arthur I). Ellis, 
into partnership, the firm being known by the style 
and title of 1). W. Ellis & Son. The fancy cassi- 
meres manufactured by this popular firm are un- 
excelled by anything in the market, «nd are too 
widely known to need extended comment, and are 
the best products of American manufacturing 
genius and mechanical skill, being quite equal if 
not suiierior to the finest productions of the most 
famous foreign manufacturers. The premises 
occupied are commodious and admirably equipped 
with the most improved machinery and ap- 
pliances, including twenty-three looms, four sets 
of cards, and twelve hundred spindles. Eighty 
operatives arc employed. The selling agent of the 
firm in New York is Mr. James Talcott, No. lOS 
Franklin street. Mes.srs. D. W. and Arthur D. 
Ellis are men of influential standing in the com- 
mercial world. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



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S. F. Clisliman, Manufacturer of Woolen 
Goods. — Monsoii, Mass., and the neigliboring 
towns have for many years been famous for the 
manufacture of wook>n goods. Prominent among 
the representative and progressive houses engaged 
in tliis industry is that of Mr. S. F. Gushman, 
v/hose new woolen mill is located in Monson, while 
his old one is about half a mile from the town. 
This business was originally established in 1826 by 
the Monson Woolen Company, which was succeeded 
by Mr. Horatio Lyon. Eventually, in 1877, Mr. y. 
F. Cushman, the present proprietor, succeeded to 
the business. The new ™ill is "■ superior four- 
story brick building .54x190 feet in dimensions, 
with bell tower, admirably equipped with the latest 
improved woolen machinery, including five .sets of 
cards, twenty-four looms, and eighteen hundred and 
seventy-two spindles, while nothing has been left 
undone which skill and capital coidd devise to 
make it complete. The old mill is a substantial 
three-story frame building 40x100 feet in dimen- 
sions, fully supplied with superior machinery, in- 
cluding two sets of cards, twenty looms, and one 
thousand spindles. In the new mill a splendid 
eighty-horse power steam engine, in separate brick 
building, is utilized, while in the old one the ma- 
chinery is driven by water-power. One hundreil 
and fifty operatives are employed in the two mills, 
and the total daily jiroduction amounts to one 
thousand yards of woolen goods. The specialties 
manufactured by Mr. t'ushman are unrivaled for 
quality, finish, reliability, and excellence, and have 
no superiors in this or any other market. The 
selling agents ^of ^this responsible house in New 



I York city are Messrs. W. C. Langley & Co., Nos. 

78 and 80 Worth street. The trade of this popu- 
I lar house extends all over the United States. Mr. 

Cushman is a native of Maine. 

S. J. Wilcox, Jeweler, Main Street. — An 
establishment in the fine jewelry line is the store 
of Mr. S.J.Wilcox, which was established in 1885 
by the present proprietor and has attained a very 
enviable popularity. The store is commodious, 
handsomely fitted up, and very tastefully arranged. 
The fixtures are of the latest and most approved 
style, including elaborate counters, silver-mounted 
show-cases, while the stock embraces gold ami sil- 
ver watches of the best American and foreign 
manufacture, jewelry of the latest designs and pat- 
terns, such as [ilain and fancy rings, sets, watch 
charms and chains, shirt studs, collar, cuftj and 
sleeve buttons, diamonds, rubies, and other precious 
stones set in the latest and most unique styles, neck- 
laces, etc. He also carries a full stock of foreign 
and domestic clocks, gold pens and pencils, solid 
silver and plated wares. These articles cannot fail 
to supply every want and satisfy every taste at the 
lowest possible prices, and are warranted as repre- 
sented in every particular. Anything in the jew- 
elry line is made to order at the shortest notice. 
He makes a specialty of repairing fine watches 
and jewelry and guarantees satisfaction. He has 
had eighteen years of practical experience in the 
business, and exercises a close supervision over 
every department. Mr. Wilcox was born in C'am- 
bridgeport, this State, and learned his trade in 
Lowell. 



TOWN OF WESTFIELD. 



The date of the original settlement of this town seems to be in doubt, but the town itself is here, 
thoroughly alive and steadily growing all the time, the central business point of the township whose 
name it bears. Its beginnings were somewhere in the period between the years 1659 and 1662. It was 
incorporated in 1669. 

The first white child born upon the site of the present town was Benjamin Saxton, in 1666, a few 
of whose descendants are residents of Westfield to-day. It is recorded that the first religious meeting 
on a Sabbath was held in 1667, an<l the first church was organized two years subsequently. Those were 
the days when people were reminded of the hour for meeting by the beat of a drum. 

The first permanent settlement was made near Little river, in the vicinity of its confluence with 
the Agawam, about a mile east of the village. The land wag purchased from the Indians by Captain 
John Pynchon in the summer of 1669, and the nascent town was surrounded by a strong palisade as a 
bulwark against Indian assault. This palisade was some two miles in circumference ; within it were 
the dwellings of the pioneers and also a well-built log fort over a large cellar, intended as a refuge for 
the women and children in any desperate case enforced by the savages. The little settlement spread 
and outgrew the inclosure, so that no more ground could be had by newcomers, who were obliged to 
locate on the outside. Like the inhabitants of other towns in this section, they were harassed by the 
Indians, and had to take their share of the suffering enforced by King Philip and his savage allies. 
But nothing could daunt the plucky spirit of these makers of a new civilization, and when the war 
ceased the town of Westfield took new heart and a fresh start, and its people went zealously to work to 
rebuild their devastated homes and fortunes. 



284 TOWN OF WESTFIELD. 

Concerning the old times, some unique records exist: " It was voted, in 1719, that the new meeting- 
house should not be where the old one was, and that it should be 'barn-fashion,' with a 'bellcony' in 
the middle of it." Two years later it was voted ''that the pews nearest the pulpit should be highest in 
dignity." The next year it was voted that persons should be seated in the meeting-house according to 
their age and estate, and that so much as any man's estate was increased by his negroes, " that shall be 
left out." "If a man hath obtained his property by marrying a widow, it shall be reckoned only one- 
third." 

It is told of the Eev. John Ballantine, who was the third minister of the first church in 1741, that 
he "never preached the same sermon twice, always kept twenty sermons beforehand, and completed his 
two sermons for the Sabbath on Tuesday evening, leaving the remainder of the week for visiting and 
domestic concerns." 

Situated in Hampden county, ten miles west from fehe city of Springfield, Westfield has the ad- 
vantages of two lines of railway, the Boston and Albany, running through it from east to west, and the 
New Haven and Northampton railroad, traversing it north and south. Its natural location is very 
peculiar and equally beautiful. At the junction of Little river with Westfield river, the town occupies a 
basin whose terraced walls lift themselves twenty to seventy feet on all sides. This huge basin has an 
opening at the northwestern extremity, and is thought by geologists to be the deserted bed of a lake that 
was about seven miles long, three miles wide, and some forty feet deep. Its waters are supposed to have 
burst through the Mount Tom range of hills (and found their way to the Connecticut river, and when 
they vacated this spacious bowl they left one of the most charming sites for a town that New England 
territory holds. But this beautiful conformation is not without its perils. The day before the cele- 
bration of the Westfield bi-centennial— October 0th, 18G9, being the anniversary — the river levee gave 
way after persistent rains, and the waters poured into the town with disa.strous force. Three floods 
besides this have occurred — in 1819, in 1839, and 1878, the latter the most damaging of all. 

The romantic beauty of the spot where it is situated is not shamed by the town itself, which is really 
one of the most attractive in Western Massachusetts. Its wide, well-kept streets, bordered by lines of 
noble trees, its concrete sidewalks, its many elegant structures, both private and public, the thrift and 
public spirit of its people, combine to make it a cherished spot for those who have builded their homes 
and business here, and a memorable place to the visitor who has partaken of the cheerful hospitality 
dispensed within its gates. 

The present population of Westfield cannot be far from nine thousand persons, and the town is still 
growing at a steady pace. Indeed, it possesses much to attract newcomers and attach them to itself and 
its people. 

A walk through the town shows a handsome Town Hall, Masonic Hall, State Normal School, Post- 
oflioe. High School, Davis School, Music Hall, Westfield Atheureum, School of Observation, and eight 
or nine hotels among other buildings of a public sort. 

The town is divided into a score or more of school districts, whose convenient and comfortable 
schoolhouses afford ample accommodations for a continually increasing number of pupils. 

Nine religious organizations, representing almost as many denominations, throw open their edifices 
to the devoutly disposed, and are earnest in every good word and work. 

A prominent object of pride to the people is the Soldiers' Monument, in honor of the men who 
went hence into the late war and gave their lives to the Union cause. This graceful structure stands 
at the junction of Court, Elm, and Broad streets — a granite pedestal, ten feet high, surmounted by an 
American soldier in bronze, standing " on guard." 

The public library is liberally managed and very generally patronized, and generous support is 
given to two local papers that have well earned their popularity. 

Four banks provide for the financial requirements of business men, and take care of the savings of 
the frugally inclined. The First National Bank, organized in 1864 with a capital of $150,000, was con- 
solidated with the Westfield Bank in 186-") — the latter having been in operation fourteen yeans, with a 
capital of $100,000. Hampden National Bank was originally chartered in 1825, and was reorganized 
under the national banking act in 1865. The savings institutions are the Westfield Savings Bank and 
the Woronoco Savings Bank, their united deposits amounting to something like $1,500,000. 

The water-works system of the town is regarded as one of the best in the State. It was set in 
operation in 1874, and has proved equal to every emergency and demand. The reservoir is located 
in Montgomery, nearly eight hundred feet above the park, embraces an area of fifty -seven acres, and 
has a storage capacity of one hundred and eighty-four million gallons. The total cost of the works 
was about $250,000. They are an invaluable aid to an admirable fire department. 



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Agriculture held the attention of the people of Westfield until about the opening; of the present 
century, when niorements were made in the direction of manufactures. The plentiful water power at 
hand began to be put to service in the establishment of mill sites. The general trade of the town is 
active and important, but its various manufacturing enterprises are the chief source of its real growth 
and prosperous condition. Writing and wrapping paper, cigar and cigar boxes, and whips are very 
largely made here, besides which may be mentioned carriages and coaches of all kinds, organs, clothing, 
powder, trunks, and piano-forte parts, among many other articles. Seven or eight sawmills annually 
turn out an immense quantity of lumber and shingles, and one of the most extensive steam-heating 
apparatus manufactories in the country is in operation here. 



D. Tj. Gillett, Dealer in Staple and Fancy 
Dry Goods, Carpets, etc.. Masonic Block, Elm 
Street. — An establishment presenting a veritable 
metropolitan aspect is tlie ably conducted and ex- 
cellent house of Mr. D. L. Gillett, dealer in staple 
and fancy dry goods, millinery, carpets, etc., which 
is in all respects a representative concern and the 
leading and most reliable dry goods and ladies' 
wear emporium in town. This flourishing business 
was established about 18-10 by Mr. A. G. Chadwick, 
with whom Mr. D. L. Gillett was a clerk until 
1846, when he was admitted to an interest in the 
business, which was continued under the name and 
style of Chadwick <.*i (iillett. In 1858 Mr. Gillett 
withdrew from the house and became the head of 
the firm of Gillett, Snow & Thayer, which he left 
in 1861, and again became a partner in the original 
house of Chadwick & Gillett, and in 1863 became 
sole proprietor of the business, which he has since 
conducted with marked success and distinguished 
ability, the trade growing and extending year by 
year, until now it is exceedingly heavy. The 
premises occupied are very commodious, compris- 
ing two stores (connected) and basements, each 25x 
100 feet in dimensions, with handsome offices and 
elegant fixtures — being fitted up in polished oak — 
and an extensive and splendid stock is carried, in- 
cluding general dry goods of every description, 
woolens, cottons, linens, dress trimmings, hosiery, 
notions, gloves, fancy goods, novelties in female 
wear, and gents' furnishing goods, and a full and 
fine assortment of millinery goods, hats, bonnets, 
and kindred articles, in the latest and most attrac- 
tive styles and designs, also an excellent selection 
of carpets, mats, rugs, oil-cloths, and upholstery. 
The store is centrally located, and everything 
about the establishment indicates method and ad- 
mirable management, the Lamson cash system 
being in use here, thus greatly facilitating the 
making of change, etc., and some twenty-five assist- 
ants, male and female, are employed, the trade, 
which is both wholesale and retail, extending to all 
points out of town within a radius of twenty-five 
miles of Westfield, as well as a fine local business. 
Mr. Gillett, who was born in Ohio, but since early 
youth h;us resided in Westfield, is a gentleman of 
sterling integrity and enterprise. He is president 
of the Woronoco Savings Bank, and enjoys a de- 
servedly high reputation. 

N. F. Tyler (Agent), Manufacturer of Whips 
and Whip Machinery, Nos. 143, 145, and 147 Elm 
Street. — This business was established in 1877 by 
the present proprietor, who has since built up a 
permanent and influential patronage from first-class 
retailers and jobbers in all parts of tlie country. 
The manufacturing premises are sp.acious and con- 
venient, and fully equipped with modern tools, ap- 1 



pliances, and machinery known to the trade. The 
machinery is driven by steam-power, while from 
forty to fifty experienced workmen are employed 
in the various departments. The wnips made by 
Mr. Tyler are unrivaled for quality, durability, 
strength, and excellence, and have no superiors in 
this or any other market. The whip machinery 
is made from patterns and designs of the pro- 
prietor's own invention, and has met with great 
favor from the trade as being the best, strongest, 
most simple, and easily operated machinery of the 
kind in the market. Mr. Tyler is a native of West 
Stockbridge, Mass., but has resided in Westfield 
for the last eighteen years. 

Charles Douglass & Co., Manufacturers 

of Carriage, Toy, and Riding Whips, and Canes, 
Elm Street. — In 1873 Mr. Charles Douglass estab- 
lished himself in business in this his native town 
upon quite a modest capital, which, by industry 
and good management, has been augmented to its 
present imposing proportions. He manufactures 
all kinds of patent waterproof and buck-lined 
whips, also toy and riding whips of every descrip- 
tion, and canes. His factory is a two-story frame 
building, having dimensions of 25x25 feet, and 
equipped with every essential for carrying on the 
business. Six hands are employed. Mr. Douglass 
has a very large trade, sending his goods to all the 
principal points in the I'nited States. These goods 
are unsurpassed for fineness of finish, durability, 
and lowness of cost, and find a ready market. All 
orders are filled with commendable promptness, 
and Mr. Douglass sustains an enviable reputation. 
He has associated with him in business his sons, 
Charles and Cieorge Douglass, who are both natives 
of Westfield, and who are experienced, practical 
workmen and active, energetic young business men. 

H. W. Hammersley, New York Cash Store, 
Groceries, Provisions, Teas, Coffees, Spices, Wooden- 
ware, Tobacco, Cigars and Notions, Wliips and 
Lashes, No. 5 Franklin Street. — This prominent 
house was established in 1877 by Mr. H. W. Ham- 
mersley, who has succeeded in building up a large 
and lucrative trade. His fine store, covering an 
area of 60x25 feet exclusive of a large ware- 
room, is well adapted to his requirements. The 
stock is fresh and carefully selected. The large 
stock carried includes a complete assortment of all 
kinds of groceries, provisions, teas, coffees, spices, 
woodenware, tobacco, cigars, and notions, also a 
full variety of five and ten-cent goods; all are 
sold at rca^onaVile prices. Mr. Hammersley is also 
carrying on a large wholesale and retail trade in 
whips and lashes and carries a fine line of goods. 
Mr. Hammersley is a native of Manchester, England, 
and has for thirty years resided in the United States. 



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TOWN OF WESTFIELD. 



L. H. BealS & Sou, Manufacturers of 
AVhips and Lashes of every description, Elm 
Street, Lock Box 589. — Among the best known 
and foremost concerns in Westiield may be men- 
tioned the enterprising tirm of L. IL Beals & Son, 
manufacturers of wliips and lashes of every descrip- 
tion, and which, since its inception nearly twenty 
years ago, has maintained an uninterrupted record 
of steady progress. This thriving business was origi- 
nally established in 1808 by L. H. BealsA Co., the 
copartnership consisting of Messrs. Beals & Bishop, 
who conducted it up to 1883, when the style and 
personnel were changed to L. H. Beals & Son (('. 
H. Beals). They occupy as factory and warehouse 
a four-story 50x60 feet structure, with handsome and 
spacious office, and also use the basement of another 
building for whip-stock turning, the concern being 
supplied with full steam power, and completely 
equipped with the most improved machinery, etc., 
and some fifteen or twenty hands are employed. 
The trade, which is exclusively wholesale, extends 
to all parts of the United States, several efficient 
representatives being kept on the road, and a heavy 
and e.xcellent stock is constantly carried. Mr. 
Beals, the elder, is a native of Uoshen, Mass., Mr. 
C. H. Beals, his son, being born in Kipon, Wis- 
consin. 

S. S. Conner, Westfield Book Store and 
Newsroom, Exchange Block. — This gentleman 
has long been connected with this trade, and is 
thoroughly conversant with it in every detail. His 
fine large store has an area of 25 feet and a depth 
of 100 feet, and the whole of this ample space is 
utilized. The stock comprises a complete assort- 
ment of books of all kinds, stationery in every 
variety, newspapers and periodicals. The goods 
are first-class in every respect, embracing every- 
thing usually to be found in a reliable establish- 
ment of this nature. Three clerks are employed. 
Mr. Conner also is prepared to execute all orders 
for paperhanging, decorating, graining, calcimin- 
ing, painting, whitewashing, glazing, etc. Special 
attention is paid to fine decorating work, and the 
most artistic results are produced. Mr. Conner is 
a native of Westfield. He founded his establish- 
ment in 1867. 

I. C. Bennett, Livery, Boarding, Feeding, and 
Exchange Stable, No. 121 Elm Street. — Since he 
started this enterprise in 1881, Mr. Bennett has 
enjoyed an unchecked prosperity, and has met 
with a large public patronage. The premises oc- 
cupied by him for the purposes of his business con- 
.sist of a stable 60x50 feet in dimensions and a yard 
100x50 feet. The stable is equipped in first-class 
style. Mr. Bennett owns eleven fine horses and 
sixteen carryalls, light wagons, and buggies, which 
he lets out at the most reasonable rates. The 
stable has ample capacity to accommodate twenty- 
seven horses and thirty-five carriages. Horses are 
boarded by the day, week, or month at low charges. 
A desirable lot of horses, cariiagee, and harness 



are kept for sale at all times. Mr. Bennett is a 
native of Massachusetts, and has liad long expe- 
rience of the stable-keeping business. 

Home Insurance Company, of New 

York, Wm. H. Foote, Agent, Elm Street, Gowdy's 
]51ock. — Mr. William II. Foote established his 
business here in 1866, and has since been conducting 
an extensive business in Westfield and its vicinity. 
Mr. Foote represents the following old and reliable 
companies : Home Fire Insurance Company, of 
New York ; Westchester, of New York ; Wash- 
ington Fire and Marine Company, of Boston; 
Orient, of Hartford; Lancashire, of England; 
Phcenix, of London; Merchants,' of Newark, N. 
J.; Fire Insurance Association, of England ; Com- 
merce of Albany, N. Y.; Fitchburg Mutual, Mer- 
chants' and Farmers' Mutual, Worcester, and the 
Dorchester Mutual, of Massachu.setts. Mr. Foote 
has had long and valuable experience in the insur- 
ance business, and understands its every detail 
thoroughly. He offers the utmost advantages to 
those desiring insurance, and in the case of losses 
settles and adjusts all claims with promptness. 
Mr. Foote is a native of Southwick, Mass. 

D. I>. Hewes, House and Sign Painter, 
Glazier, Grainer, and Paperhanger, Shop in Collins' 
Block. — A favorite and old-established business is 
this, having been founded by Mr. Hewes in 1860. 
Ml-. Hewes occupies a store and basement in Collins' 
Block, each having dimensions of 60x50 feet. His 
I store is arranged in excellent style and is filled 
with a very large stock. The assortment carried 
embraces a full variety of doors, sash, bliiid.s, paints, 
oils, putty, glass, varnishes, colors, and a superb 
stock of jTtnierhangings of every description, em- 
bracing all the latest, most popular shades and de- 
signs. From eight to seventeen handsare employed, 
and all kinds of house and sign painting, glazing, 
graining, and paperhanging are executed to order. 
Prompt attention is given to filling all orders. Mr. 
Hewes is a native of New Hampshire, but has re- 
sided for many years in this town. 

Souza & Co., Artistic Decorators, Plain and 
Ornamental Painters, Dealers in Wall Papers, 
Hosmer's Block. — This establishment was founded 
in 1879 by the present proprietors, who have be- 
come celebrated for the excellence of the work per- 
formed by them. They occupy a store 40x15 feet 
in dimensions, and a well-equipped workshop to 
the rear of this. Messrs. Souza & Co. employ from 
five to eight hands, and are prepared to execute 
artistic decorating, plain and ornamental painting, 
and paperhanging to order at brief notice. Their 
store contains a choice line of wall papers of every 
description, including the latest and most popular 
designs and newest shades. The members of the 
firm are Messrs. William H. Souza and Byron De 
La Vergne, both of whom are skilled jiractical 
painters and decorators. The former is a native of 
Massachusetts, while the latter ^claims New York 
State as his birthplace. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



287 



J. W. Colton, Manufacturer of Coltou's Se- 
lect Flavors, Colognes, Perfumes, Toilet Articles, 
and Preparations, corner of J'31m anil School 
Streets. — Una of the establishments which has 
served to make VVesttield widely known as a manu- 
facturing centre of importance is this country, with 
its whips, cluirch organs, etc., is that owned and 
conducted by Mr. J. \V. Colton, whose well-known 
name is inseparably linked with the reliable goods 
manufactured by him, which are so extensively 
used in all parts of the United States. Mr. Colton 
is a native of Massacliusetts, is now a middle aged 
gentleman, and is a long-time resident of Westtield, : 
and one of her most esteemed citizens. He estab- 1 
lished his business here in liGl, and has met with 
phenomenal success. Pie carries on both a manu- 
facturing busine.ss and a (irst-class pliarmacy. His 
factory is at No. 14 School street, and consists of a i 
good-sized brick building, with basement, each ^ 
story 6Ux2G feet in dimensions. The hands em- 
ployed here have every auxiliary and facility for [ 
turning out a large product. The articles manu- 
factured are Colton's select flavors, colognes, per- 
fumes, toilet articles, fragrant tooth powder, and 
other preparations, also Colton's strengthening bit- 
ters, an excellent and valuable preparation, which 
retails at one dollar per bottle. The flavoring ex- 
tracts are made from fruits and spices, and are 
guaranteed to be pure and strong. Mr. Colton has 
agencies for his goods in the principal cities of the 
pinion, among them the following well-known 
houses: Bagle & Lyle, Kos. 87 and S9 Park Place, 
New York ; Franklin, MacVeagh & Co., corner of 
Wabash avenue and Lake street, Chicago; H. L. 
Stiles, No. 54 Walnut street, Cincinnati, Ohio; 
Cireeley, Burnham Grocery Company, Nos. 618, 
620, and %'li North Seoond street, St. Louis, Mo. 
Mr. Colton's drug store is an old, long-established 
store at the corner of I'jlm and School streets, 
well filled with a choice assortment of pure drugs, 
chemicals, medicines, and an excellent stock of 
toilet and fancy articles and druggists' sundries. 
Special attention is paid to the prescription depart- 
ment, accuracy being guaranteed. Three assistants 
are employed in the store and a first-class trade is 
enjoyed in all seasons, the establishment being a 
favorite in the community. 

P. M. Culins, Planing, Sawing, and Molding 
Mill, Practical Wood Turner, Inventor and Sole 
Manufacturer of the Wall Bracket Clothes-Horse, 
Quassia Tumbler, Wood Whip-Racks, Black Wal- 
nut Stair-Kods, etc. — This is one of the most im- 
portant establishments in Westtield, and is unique 
as beins^ the only one in this line located here. 
Mr. Culins is a native of Albany, N. Y., and estab- 
lished his business here in 1807, two years after his 
arrival here Mr. Culins is also an inventor of 
considerable fame, having invented the wall bracket 
clothes-horse, the quassia tumbler, wood whip- 
racks, black walnut stair-rods, and many other val- 
uable practical ideas. His factory covers an area 
of 50x25 feet. It is provided with the finest ma- 
chinery, o(>erated with water power. Mr. Culins 
is a practical wood turner, and also executes in his 
mill planing, sawing, and molding of all kinds. 
He keeps constantly on hand hitching-iiosts, 
clothes-reels, hood-brackets, newels, and balusters 
of all kinds. Fancy caaing, columns, and brackets 
are made to order at short notice, in the most 
finished manner. He enjoys an excellent trade. 



Mr. Culins served with distinction during the war 
in the Ninety-first N. Y. V. V., and was promoted 
to the rank of captain. His regiment was attached 
to the Army of the Ciulf, under (General Banks. 
For some months he was engaged as a scout, and 
for meritorious services received the rank of major. 
Major Culins is a member in high standing in Lvon 
Post, No. 41, G. A. li. 

A. C. Barnes & Co., Manufacturers of 
Whips and Lashes, Elm Street. — Although a com 
paratively new concern in this line here, being es- 
tablished December, 1884, the Hourishing firm of 
A. C. Barnes & Co., manufacturers of whips and 
lashes, have already built up a large and extensive 
trade, owing to the general excellence of the goods 
turned out, their products finding ready sale all 
over the United States. They occupy as a factory 
two floors 50x75 feet each in superficial dimensions, 
with a neat and commodious office, the premises 
being completely ■ equipped with the best-known 
appliances and ajjpurtenances for rapid and excel- 
lent execution (the concern being operated by ample 
water motive power), and employment is aflbrded 
to nearly forty expert hands, male and female, t)ie 
average production per day being about six gross of 
whips and lashes. They manufacture chiefly high 
grade articles, best grade of bone whips and fancy 
work for the most part, and the trade, already large, 
gives evidence of steady increase. The individual 
members of this prosperous firm are Messrs. A. C. 
Barnes, H. M. Gowdy, H. O. Case, and C. Pome- 
roy, all natives of Westfield. 

H. G. Dewey, Pharmacist, Lane & Loomis 
Block, Elm Street. — Mr. H. G. Dewey's pharmacy 
is much esteemed by residents of this community. 
Mr. Dewey is a native of tliis town, and established 
his business here in 1883. He occupies a fine, 
large store, its dimensions being 80x25 feet, giving 
ample space for the accommodation of a large 
stock. The store is furnished in a ta,steful and 
handsome manner. Fine show-cases and an elegant 
soda-water fountain serve to set off' the appearance 
of the place, while the stock carried is attractively 
arranged. The assortment includes a full variety 
of pure drugs and chemicals, also a full stock of 
perfumeries, toilet and fancy articles. Special at- 
tention is given to the prescription department, all 
medicines being compounded with care and intelli- 
gently dispensed. Two competent assistants are 
employed. 

J. M. Leonard, Miller, and Dealer in Wheat, 
Rye, and Buckwheat Flour, Meal, Feed, Grain, 
Baled Hay and Straw, Great River Will. — The 
Great Kiver Mill was originally established about 
one liundred years ago, and came under the control 
of Mr. Leonard in 187.5, and has proved to be a 
successful business enterprise. The mill is situated 
on the Agawam river, and is a two-story building 
90x25 feet in dimensions. I'ive hands are em- 
ployed in the mill, which is furnished with water 
power, and has agrindingcapacity of eight hundred 
bushels daily. Mr. Leonard is himself a practical 
miller and superintends all the operations of the 
mill. He is a general dealer in wheat, rye, and 
buckwheat flour, meal, feed, grain, baled hay and 
straw, and always has a full stock of best grades in 
those commodities. ]Mr. Leonard is a native of 
Massachusetts, having been born at Ware. 



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TOWN OF WESTFIELD. 



■Lay Whip Company, Manufacturers of 
Whips and Lashes, Elm Street. — An enterprising 
and representative firm here is that of the Lay 
Whip Company, whose "patent whalebone water- 
proof finish " wliips and lashes are in steady and ex- 



trade in this line. Here may also be found a full 
line of Jas. Chaskell's cigar flavors, Mr. Kovier 
being wholesale agent for these celebrated goods 
and furnislies them at New York prices. Prior to 
locating at Westfield Mr. Bovier had, for fifteen 




tensive demand throughout the country, owing to 
the uniformly high standard of excellence these 
goods have always maintained. This well-known 
concern was originally established in 1872 by K. R. 
Lay & Sons, and on November 20th, 1886, became 
the Lay Whip Company, and thus the business has 
since been continued, the trade, meanwhile, grow- 
ing steadily apace with years. The fiictory, wliich 
is located on Elm street, is a fine four-story brick 
structure 150x40 feet in dimensions, supplied with 
heavy steam power and tlioroughly equipped with 
the latest improved machinery and appliances, and 
employment is given to upward of sixty hands, the 
daily production being over two hundred and fifty 
dozen whips and lashes. The trade, which ex- 
tends to all parts of the world, is very heavy, and 
an A 1 stock is constantly carried. The firm is 
composed of Messrs. E. K. Lay, Fred. E. Lay, and 
E. A. Herrick, well-known citizens of Westfield, 
and all men of push and enterprise. 

Chas. B. Bovier, Manufacturer of Cigar 
Boxes, Labels of Every Description, at Lowest 
Prices, Nos. 62 and 64 Mechanic Street. — This in- 
dustry was established here in 1881, and is the only 
one of the kind in this section. The trade extends 
throughout the New England States. The lumber 
used by Mr. Bovier is kiln-dried by a peculiar 
special process invented by himself. This process 
has the tendency to kill the gum in the cedar, and 
as a consequence the boxes manufactured at this 
factory are superior to any other made. For this 
reason many cigar manufacturers prefer to obtain 
their supply of boxes exclusively from this estab- 
lishment. The factory is a two-story building cov- 
ering an aj-ea of 150x25 feet. Mechanical power 
is furnished by a good water privilege, and every 
appliance used inthebnsinessisat hand. Eighteen 
employees are kept busily at work, and an average 
of about twelve hundred boxes per day are turned 
out. Mr. Bovier furnishes labels of every descrip- 
tion at the lowest prices. He also pays special at- 
tention to getting up private labels, and has a good 



years, been successfully engaged in the same line of 
business at Elmira, N. Y., where he was born and 
educated, and is no novice at his trade. Per.sonally 
Mr. Bovier is a wideawake, thorough business man. 

E. F. Schmidt, Manufacturer of Leather 
Whips and Lashes, Orange Street. — Among those 
engaged in the manufacture of whips is Mr. E. F. 
Schmidt, who makes a specialty of leather whips 
and lashes. Mr. Schmidt is a native of Germany, 
but has resided in the United States for twenty 
years, and has been engaged in working at the whip 
trade ever since. He established business on his 
own account in 1884, and has met with much suc- 
cess. His factory consists of an entire floor 30x25 
feet in dimensions, supplied with every facility for 
his business. His work is principally done by 
contract, and necessitates the employment of five 
assistants. His trade is iOcal, his products being 
sold principally to the other whip manufacturers of 
this town. He makes a specialty of lashes from 
the common to the finest grades, which cost, in 
some instances, as high as fifty dollars a dozen. 
He has a productive capacity of twenty-five dozen 
per day. 

C. H. Torrey, Power Printer, Publisher ot 
the Music Hall Stage. — The finest specimens of 
book and commercial printing may be seen at the 
establishment of Mr. C. H. Torrey. Mr. Torrey is 
a native of Westfield, born in 1861, and established 
himself in business here in 1883. He has secured 
a good local trade by reason of fine work and mod- 
erate prices. His office and workshop occupy an 
entire floor 50x25 feet in dimensions. The place 
is well-lighted, conveniently arranged, supplied 
with new and elegant type and materials, and four 
fine jobbing presses, which are operated by Aater- 
power. Every facility is at hand for the exe;:ution 
of superior job and book printing. Mr. Torrey is 
publisher of the 3rusic Hall Staife, a well-known 
local dramatic publication. As an artistic printer 
1 he has no superior. 



LEADING MANUFACTURERS AND MERCHANTS. 



289 



B. F. Lewis & Son, Boots, Shoes, Slippers, 
and Kubbei-s, Music Hall Block, Elm Street. — The 
oldest establishment here engaged in the manufac- 
ture of boots and shoes is tliat conducted by Messrs. 
B. F. Lewis & Son. Mr. Lewis, who is probably 
the oldest merchant in AVestlicld, is a native of 
Lynn, Mass., and came to Westfield in 1839. In 
1841 he established himself in business as a general 
boot and shoe dealer. In )87li he admitted his sun, 
Mr. F. R. Lewis, who was born in Westlield, as a 
member of tlie firm, the firm style being changed 
to its present form on the admission of the younger 
Lewis. The lirni occupy a line, large store at a 
central location, its dimensions being 100.'c2o feet. 
A very large stock is carried, embracing a complete 
assortment of boots and shoes of medium and tine 
grades for ladies', gentlemen's, and children's use. 
Among these is included the well-known standard 
screw-fastened boots and shoes, which cannot rip, 
are perfectly comfortable, outwear all others, have 
no points or roughness to hurt the feet or destroy 
the stockings, and have the only fastening ever 
used for positively screwing ou the soles of boots 
and shoes. 

J. B, Shea, Beef, Veal, Pork, Ham, Sausage, 
Elm Street Market. — Anestablishment that is held 
in liigh favor by the housekeepers of Westfield is 
that conducted by Mr. J. B. Shea, which was first 
opened in 1872 by Mr. J. E. Sterry, who was suc- 
ceeded by Messrs. Sterry & Shea. In November, 
1884, Mr. Shea became the sole proprietor, and has 
since largely increased the patronage of tlie estab- 
lishment by his commendable metliods of conduct- 
ing business. Tlie store occupied is 75.\25 feet in 
dimensions. It is always kept in a faultlessly clean 
condition, and has an inviting appearance. Mr. 
Shea at all times carries a large assortment of all 
kinds of meats, including beef, lamb, veal, pork, 
ham, sausage, and poultry; also lard and vegeta- 
bles. Mr. Shea also deals extensively in hides, 
tallow and wool, skins, and pays cash for all that 
may be brought to him in these lines. While he 
sells his meats, etc., at the lowest market rates, yet 
the quality is the best obtainable. A delivery team 
is employed in the business, and goods are sent 
home free of charge. Mr. Shea is a native of Holy- 
oke. 

E. P. LiOring', Staple and Fancy Groceries, 
Produce, Flour, etc., Gowdy's Block, Elm Street. — 
Mr. Loring opened business in January, 1879, and 
has built up a large and prosperous trade. His 
fine, large store is 100x25 feet in size. The stock 
carried embraces a choice variety ofstaple and fancy 
groceries, produce, Hour, teas, coHees, spices, sugars, 
canned goods, etc. The stock is always fresh, the 
excellent trade of the hou.se making necessary the 
constant receipt of new invoices of goods. Mr. 
Loring is assisted by two active clerks and an efli- 
eient lady cashier. k.\\ orders are filled with com- 
mendable promptness, and a delivery team is em- 
ployed in carrying goods to customers. Mr. Loring 
is a native of Massachusetts, having been born near 
Boston. 

H. r>. Pease, Westfield Steam Laundry, 



He occupies a large building, three' stories in 
height and 59x2() feet in dimensions, which is 
thoroughly equipped with washing and ironing 
machines, which are operated by steam supplied 
from a four-horse i)Ower engine and lioiler. Twelve 
hands are aftorded cmidoyment. All work per- 
formed at this establishment is done in the most 
linished manner, while the prices are always rea- 
sonable. Mr. I'ease enjoys a large local and out-of- 
town trade. 

James H. Morse, Watches, Clocks, Silver- 
ware, Musical Instruments, and Fancy Goods, at 
the old stand, next door to the Willmarth House. — 
This complete jewelry establishment enjoys tlie 
distinction of being the oldest establishment of the 
kind in Westfield, having been founded in 1840 by 
Mr. James H. Morse, who has continued to conduct 
it for this long period of forty years with uninter- 
rupted success. His spacious store is 50x2.5 feet in 
dimensions, and is fitted up in handsome stvle, 
having fine show-cases and attractive fixtures. A 
first-class stock is carried, embracing a superior 
collection of fine gold and silver watches, French 
and other clocks, silverware, necklaces, studs, rings, 
bracelets, lockets, breast-pins, earrings, neck and 
watch chains of every grade and variety, musical 
instruments, and fancy goods. Mr. Morse is a 
practical watchmaker and jeweler, and makes a 
specialty of repairing. His customers place in him 
the utmost confidence, because he is a reliable 
dealer, honesty itself, and will in no case allow 
goods to be misrepresented in his store. Mr. Morse 
was born in Westfield, and has always resided here. 

Gibbs & Son, Groceries, No. 50 Elm Street. 
— The business of this prominent concern was 
founded in 1883 by Messrs. (iibbs ite Osborne, 
changing to the present firm style in April, 1885. 
The members of the firm, Mr. E! W. Gibbs and his- 
son, Mr. L. E. Gibbs, are both natives of Blandford, 
Mass., and are skilled business managers. The 
store occupied is large, being 25x80 feet in dimen- 
sions. It is completely stocked with a large assort- 
ment ofstaple and fancy groceries of all kinds, and 
a large variety of crockery, glassware, earthenware, 
lamps, lamp-chimneys, and shades. The goods are 
first-class in quality, while the prices charged are 
remarkably low, thus making this a very desirable 
establishment for families to obtain their supplies 
from. Two hands are employed. Messrs. Gibbs & 
Son have built up a permanent and growing busi- 
ness. 

M. E. Wilcox, Boarding, Livery, and Ex- 
change Stables. — Among the livery stables of 
Westfield that of Mr. M. El. Wilcox is in every 
respect representative. His stable is a two-story 
building covering an area of 60x50 feet, with 
ample accommodations for the care of twenty-six 
horses and twenty carriages. Mr. Wilcox owns 
and has in use sixteen liorses, fifteen light wagons, 
and two coaches, any of which may be hired at 
very reasonable terms. He employs a number of 
competent assistants, and is doing an excellent 
trade in his boarding, livery, and exchange de- 



Thomas Street, near Elm. — The proprietor of this i partments of the stable business. Mr. Wilcox is a 
popular business house, Mr. H. D Pease, is a na- | native of Connecticut, and established his business 
five of Enfield, Conn. He established his business j in Westfield in 1872, and is very popular in this 
here in 187G, and has met with deserved success. 1 community. 



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TOWN OF WESTFIELD. 



Sanford Whip Company, Manufacturers 
of Whips auil Lashes of every description, also 
Inventors of tlie Celebrated Diamond Finish and 
the Olecameloid Water-Proof Finish, and Manu- 
facturers of the Celebrated Bull Hone Whips, with 



seven years of steady progress and prosjierity marks 
the record of the wiilely known establishment of 
William I'rovin, whip manufacturer and dealer in 
cigars, this town, and which is in all respects among 
the oldest and foremost concerns of the kind in the 





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many other new improvements and inventions, 
Elm Street.— In the manufacture of whips and 
lashes one of the largest concerns engaged in 
this branch of enterprise is that of the Sanford 
Whip Company, which was founded in 1S7'.1, and 
has since built up a trade of large dimensions. 
The members of the lirraare Messrs. E. L. Sanford, 
L. H. Lee, L. L. Sperry, G. J. Bradley, and F. A. 
Sanford. Tlie factory, located on Elm street, is a 
four-story brick building 40x130 feet in dimensions, 
and is equipped with the latest improved mechani- 
" cal appliance^^, which include over fifty platting 
machines, etc.; these are operated by steam-power, 
and one hundred and twenty-five hands are em- 
ployed, and some two hundred dozen of whips and 
lashes of every description are produced daily. 
The firm is a pushing and enterprising one, and is 
one of the must extensive concerns in its line in 
the country. The firm is represented on the road 
by a large number of traveling salesmen, and the 
trade relations of the concern extend to all parts of 
the world where American-made whips are used. 
The well-merited reputation of the firm has been 
acquired by promptness and reliability in all its 
undertakings. 

William Provin, Whip Manufacturer and 
Dealer in Cigars, Ko. 155 Elm Street. — Thirty- 



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State or country. The business was established as 
far back as 1849 by William Provin, who con 
ducted it up to 1884, when his death occurred, (he 
business then passing into the hands of his son and 
successor, William Provin, who has since con- 
tinued it with uninterrupted success, the reliability 
of the goods made and liandled, and the sound 
judgment and untiring energy disjdayed in the 
management, being the chief elements contributing 
to the large measure of public favor Mr. Provin 
deservedly enjoys. Tlie premises occupied comprise 
a spacious floor and basement used in most part for 
store-room and office, nearly all the work being 
given out by contract, and the trade, which is 
wholesale entirely, is very substantial and extends 
all over the United States. Mr. Provin, who is a 
native of this State, is a gentleman of unswerving 
integrity in all his dealings. He manufactures 
whips and lashes of all kinds and grades, and 
handles large quantities of cigars, carrying con- 
stantly on hand a heavy and well-assorted stock of 
each to meet the requirements of an extensive and 
increasing trade. Mr. Provin was elected to the 
Legislature in 1885 and re-elected in ISSti, and fills 
the position with marked ability and to the entire 
satisfaction of his constituents, who are pleased by 
the admirable manner in which he looks after the 
interests of Westfield and his district. 



NORTHAMPTON. 



This flourishing and attractive city is the county-seat of Hampshire county, is situated on the 
main line of both tlie Connecticut River and the New Haven and Northampton railroads, and is only 
nineteen miles from the city of Springfield. The estimated population at the present time is nearly 
fifteen thousand, there having been a material growth since the census of 1880. It is one of the oldest 
towns in the Commonwealth, having been originally settled in 1054, just thirty-four years after the land- 
ing of the Pilgrims at Plymouth. The streets, which are broad and well-shaded by ancient elms, radiate 
as from a common centre in various directions, and are ornamented with public as well as private 
buildings surrounded by well-kept lawns and gardens. Mt. Tom, Mt. Holyoke, and Round Hill are all 
in the immediate vicinity of the city, and afford magnificent views of the surrounding country espe- 
cially of the Connecticut Valley. Mill river runs diagonally through the city and empties into the Con- 
necticut river, and Roberts' Brook, a streamlet from Westhampton, joins Mill river at Leeds Village 
the two together making a specially serviceable water-power. A tributary of the Manlian river also 




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drains the southwestern section of the city. Several disastrous fires having occurred during 1870, the 
necessity for water-works was brought prominently before the people, S2U0,0(»0 in bonds were issued, and 
early in the following year work was commenced on a new reservoir, which was completed in the fol- 
lowing fall, and covers between three and four acres, with a capacity of four million gallons. A well- 
equipped Fire Department was organized in 18o-l, and is still officered by the leading business men of the 
city. The first bridge at this point over the Connecticut river was built in 1803, was rebuilt in 1817, 
swept away by the flood of 1824, rebuilt in 1826, again partly destroyed and rebuilt in 1859, again de- 
stroyed by a whirlwind in 1877, and in the same year replaced by the present strong iron structure, 
the work of the Canton (Ohio) Bridge Company. The Northampton Gas-Light Company was incorpo- 
rated in 1853, and the works, comprising two meters, were completed in 1856, with a capacity of nearly 
fifty thousand feet, and at an e.\pense of $35,000. The first school committee was established in this 
town in the last century, 17!)9, and from that time to the present the schools have ever kept abreast of 

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the rapid march of educational progress in the State. As long ago as 1835 a higli scliool f<ir boys was 
established, and a separate one for girls in 1836, which were, however, united as to the higher branches 
in 1852 on the occasion of the inauguration of the High School at the village of Florence. Various 
private schools have flourished here from time to time, but have been discontinued on account of supe- 
rior college advantages. The grand old Commonwealth of Massachusetts has ever been famous for the 
number and e.^cellence of its educational institutions, but there is no point iu this State, or, for that 
matter, in t been tire Union of States, around which is grouped such a gala.xy of literary institutions. Clus- 
tered within a radius of ten miles are Amherst College, with its extensive art and scientitic collections; 
Massachusetts Agricultural College, Mt. Ilolyoke Seminary, and Williston Seminary. The latest con- 
stellation added to the galaxy, and one whose brilliancy has been already recognized in the literary 
world, is the Smiths College for Girls, located at Northampton, and which was dedicated in 1875. It 
ranks favorably with Vassar or any other institution of a like character in the oountry, its patronage 
emanating from almost every State in the Union. 

Northampton came out strong in the late civil war, and an exceedingly handsome meraorial hall 
and public library combined Wiis built some years since to commemorate the deeds of valor on the field, 
as also the giving up their lives for 
their country of a goodly number of 
the residents of the town. A nuich 
appreciated benevolent institution of 
the town is known as Smith's Chari- 
ties, which consists of a large legacy 
left some years since by a lady by 
the name of Smith, the object being 
to aid any and all indigent widows 
within a certain radius of country, 
and also to provide for yoimg men 
learning a trade, the incentive for 
wliich is the receipt of a given sum, 
•SodO or $(iOO, on reaching their ma- 
jority in good standing. Clarke's In- 
stitute for Deaf Mutes is also located 
here, is well attended, and has the 
distinction of being the first public 
establishment in the United States 
where the deaf were taught to read 
the lips and the dumb to speak. 
AVhen we add the State Lunatic 
Hospital, ■ another feature of the 
place, it will be seen that Northamp- 
ton is the seat of a large variety of 
public institutions. Three national 
and two savings banks are located here, all enjoying wonderful fiiiancial success, even including the 
Northampton National, the subject of the great robbery of 1K76, when nearly a million and a half of 
bonds and money were sequestrated, practically all of which was afterward recovered. Among the 
prominent buildings in this section of the State is the new Court-house at Northampton, which is now 
about completed. It occupies a conmianding location, built of Vermont granite, with brownstone trim- 
mings. The size is 110x70 feet, with a tower 100 feet high, which is covered with red tile and with 
terra-cotta panels. The interior is finished in oak, and the structure is a model in this line of architec- 
ture. The cost was 8100,000. 

The city has three postal centres, Northampton, Florence, and Leeds, and extends over a consider- 
able extent of country. It has churches of nearly every denomination. Three newspapers, the Hmnn- 
shire Oazetle— over a hundred years old, and only antedated by two other paiiers in the State— tlie 
Hampshire County Journal and the Le Jean Bapliile, a French paper of wide repute. Northampton has 
also the distinction of having furnished three United States Senators from among its citizens— Caleb 
Strong (afterward Governor of the State for several terms), Isaac C. Bates, and Elijah H. Mills. A 
number of important manufactories are located here, as will be observed in our artii les on the indus- 
tries of the citv. 




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The future of Northampton may be best judged by the past. History shows that it has liad a 
steady growth from tlie beginning. In the later years this growth lias been more rapid than in earlier 
times. That Northampton will continue to increase in population needs no further proof than that it has 
steadily grown for over two and a quarter centuries, and has nearly doubled in the last twenty years. 
Tlie city has a great future before it. The people who liave lived and labored here have not lived 
and labored in vain. They have laid the substantial foundations of a very desirable place of abode 
and business pursuit, and it is a legacy which the generations which are to come will inherit. 

Florence — one of the villages within the corporate limits of the city — was settled in the early part 
of the century, but, until quite recently, its population centred in Northampton proper. It is now a 
flourishing village. The first store was opened here in 1850, and the post-office followed two years 
later. The village derives its name from the great silk emporium of the same name in Italy. The 
Nonotuck Silk Company, now so widely knowu, is the outgrowth of an enterprise for a similar pur- 
pose established so long ago as 183.5. Several other manufactories are here located, the water-power 
being of exceeding excellence. 

Leeds. — This village, which has been rendered famous by the extent of its manufactories and the 

disastrous Hood of 1874, is located on Mill river in the north- 
western part of Northampton. It was named after the first 
postmaster, who was a native of Leeds, Eng. The excellent 
water-power afforded by ilill river at this point early attracted 
the attention of manufacturers and capitalists, and here was 
established the first manufactory in Northampton, and it was 
for many years the most active portion of the town. Here 
also was made the first piece of broadcloth produced in this 
country. In the great freshet of 1874, all the mills, dams, 
etc., were entirely swept away, and fifty-one lives were lost, but 
with indomitable perseverance steps were at once taken to 
rebuild the various plants, and now the village has attained 
even more than its old-time prestige. 




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Easthampton. 

Easthampton may be properly termed a river town, 
although its territory only borders tlie river for a short dis- 
tance. It is bounded on the north by Northampton east by 
Northampton and the Connecticut river, south by Hampden 
comity, and west by Southampton and Westhampton. Al- 
though the smallest town in the county as to geographical 
square miles, it is rich in its level farming country as well as 
its various important manufacturing interests. Two branches 
of the Manhan river unite here on the western border of the 
town and flow through the centre to the Connecticut river, 
which, togetherwith another tributary from the south, furnish 
the water-power for most of the manufactories. Easthamijton 
has now nearly five thousand inhabitants, is ninety miles from Boston and four miles from Northampton. 
The soil is deep, moist, and fertile, producing heavy crops, principally of hay, corn, rye, oats, potatoes, 
and tobacco. The town is specially favored with public institutions in comparison to its population, 
among which may be mentioned a post-office, a most excellent hotel, town hall, and public library, one 
national bank, and one savings bank, two lyceums, a farmer's club. Masonic lodge, five churches, and a 
graded system of education, including fifteen schools. The Indian name was Pasacomuck. It was 
detached from Northampton and Southampton, and incorporated as a district in 1785, and as a town in 
1809. Williston Seminary, an institution of learning, enjoying a very high national reputation, is 
located here, was founded by the Hon. Samuel Williston, and opened for the ailmlssion of students 
in 1841. It has a fine, large group of commoilious buildings for recitations, dormitories, philosophical 
and chemical apparatus, and library, together with an able corps of professors and teachers, and ranks 
with the highest similar institutions in the land for scholastic opportunities. The amount given to this 
philanthropic cause by the benevolent founder is said to have reached fully a quarter of a million of 
dollars. The town has a regular organized fire department, with water mains and hydrants at proper 
intervals, fire pumps at a common centre having power to force the water to the top of the highest 



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building; Mill Village, where most of the manufactories are located, being protected in the same 
manner with a pump connected with each institution. A wide-awake newspaper is published liere, 
started in 1875 as the Easthampton Leader, but was shortly afterward changed to the Enterprise, under 
which designation it is now enjoying a healthy and appreciative patronage. The principal mechanical 
productions of the place are cotton yarns, agricultural binding twine, buttons, rubber thread, steam 
pumps, suspenders, and elastic fabrics, and it is altogether a prosperous manufacturing, educational, and 
farming community. 

Modern Easthampton dates from the establishment of the production of buttons within its limits. 
Mr. Williston, in his growing wealth, and with his liberal plans of bencTolence, had already founded 
the seminary which bears his name, and done much for other public improvements, but his removal of 
the button machinery from its original home in Ilaydenville to its present location in Easthampton, 
and the erection of the tirst large building, measuring 97x45 feet, and three stories in height, for its 




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accommodation and development, were the beginning of a material rapidity of growth which has in the 
last decade transformed a small rural hamlet into a large and thriving town, with all the more needful 
modern improvements. Easthampton now has the advantages of two distinct lines of railroad, the 
main line of the New Haven and Northampton, and the Mt. Tom branch of Connecticut River. 



Williamsburg. 

This town is sit\iated about one himdrcd miles west of Boston and eight miles from North- 
ampton (the county-seat), and has at present writing about twenty-five hundred inhabitants. 
Although princ'ipally a farming community, it has a fine water-power and numerous important manu- 
factories, notable among the number being those devoted to the producing of cassimeres, buttons and 
button molds, tools, novelties, brass goods, and silk. It has two post-offices, one in the centre and one at 
Haydenville, a busy village in tlie southern section of the town. It is reached by the New 
Haven and Northampton railroad, which also has a depot at Haydenville. The town has a sav- 
ings bank, a Masonic lodge, nine school districts, and three churches. Miller's Brook, running 
through the centre of the town and thence to Northampton, where it unites with the Connecticut 
river, together with its tributaries, Wright brook and Beaver brook, furnish the motive-power for 
manufacturing purposes, as well as effecting a very excellent drainage of the town. It was formerly a 
part of Hatllcld, and was incorporated under its present name in April, 1871, deriving its cognomen 
from a prominent family of old residents in the township of the name of Williams. 



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E. N. Foote & Co., Manufacturers of Fine 
Dress Buttons, Masonic Street, corner Masonic 
Avenue. — ^It is not so man_v years ago when nearly 
all the finer grades of buttons for tine dress goods 
used in this country were imported from Europe. 
Thanks to native genius and enterprise, however, 
this cla.ss of buttons of American make now will 
hold their own against the best foreign products, if, 
indeed, they do not virtually excel the imported 
article. A noteworthy and representative firm en- 
gaged in this important branch of industrial activ- 
ity hereabouts is that of E. N. Foote i\s (_'o., manu- 
facturers of fine dress liuttons, whose products 
maintain a uniformly high standard of excellence, 
and as a conseipionce are in steady and extensive 
demand all over this continent, the trade reaching 
all parts of the United States and Canada. This 
flourishing enterprise was started in 18.57 by the 
present senior member, lie conducting it alone up 
to 1877, when he associated with him Mr. Lewis 
Warner, thus constituting the widely known and 
popular firm whose name heads this sketch, and 
who have since continued the business with un- 
broken success. The factory, which is located on 
Masonic Street, is a two-story brick structure, 
30x120 feet in superficial dimensions, supplied 
with heavy steam power, and completely equipped 
in every respect wiih the must improved machin- 
ery and api'liances known to the trade, and em- 
ployment is afforded to from seventy-five to one 
hundred and twenty skilled and expert operatives. 
They manufacture fancy metal buttons of every 
description for ladies' fine dress wear (the same 
being designed from ideas which they arefurnished 
constantly with by their European artist), and pro- 
duce on an average per day upward of two hundred 
gross, and these find ready market all over the 
country, a very substantial export tra<le also being 
done, the demand being, in fact, fully connnensur- 
ate with the capacity of the establishment and the 
excellence of the goods produced. Mr. Foote, 
who is an old resident of Northampton, was born 
in Chester, Mass., and Mr. Warner, who is the | 
popular and eflicient cashier of the Hampshire 
County National Bank, is a native of Springfield, i 
this State. They are both men of foresight and 
enterprise, enjoying an excellent reputation in 
business and social circles alike, and are, in short, 
admirable representatives of native push and 
energy. 

W. L. Smitll & Co., Dealers in Fur- 
niture and Interior Decorations, Nos. 8-11 Court 
Street. — Upward of Ivalf a century of contin- 
uous and successful existence marks the career of 
the deservedly popular and well-ordered house of 
W. L. Smith & Co., which is in all respects one 
of the foremost and best-equipped of the kind in 
Northampton. The house was founded in 1SH2 by 
S. M. Smith, who conducted the business up to 
1870, when the concern passed into the control of 
his sons and successors, Messrs. Watson L. and 
George H. Smith, composing the widely known and 
pushing firm whose name stands at the head of 
this sketch. They occupy the entire block, three 
stores 5.5x80 feet, all brick buildings, and carry an 
extensive and A 1 stock, including elegant furniture 
of every description, plain and artistic parlor and 
bed-room suites, etc., upholstery goods, dr.aperies, 
and general interior decorations in attractive de- 
signs and patterns, bedding, household articles, and 



a superior assortment of undertaking requisites — 
coffins, caskets, shrouds, trimmings, and general 
funeral supplies. Embalming and all features in- 
cidental to interments are attended to in the most 
satisfactory manner, and all the best appliances, 
including two handsome hearses, are at hand for 
taking charge of obsequies. 

Williams Manufacturing Company, 

Manufacturers of Splint and liatan Baskets. — 
Williams Manufacturing Company have a national 
reputation as extensive manufacturers of splint and 
ratan baskets, and stand alone in this industry in 
this .section of the State. The business was first 
established in Huntington, Mass., in 1850, by 
Bartlett & Williams, and in 18(i2 changed to 
Messrs. L. B. Williams & Co., on removal to 
Northamjiton, and the present company was in- 
corporated under thelawsof Massachusetts in 1867, 
with a capital of $100,000, and with Mr. L. B. 
Williams, president, and Jlr. li. F. Williams as 
treasurer. Tlie plant covers 800x.50 feet in area, 
and comprises five buildings beside oHice, the main 
factory being a three-story frame 200x40 feet, two 
storehouses, one 100x50, the other 2(Mlx50 with a ' 
new office building, 60x30, of brick, and very hand- 
somely appointed. The factory is ecpiipped with a 
full and complete complement of the most modern 
machinery and appliances, operated by a seventy- 
five-horse power steam engine, anil possesses the 
capacity of producing ten thousand baskets per day. 
The daily product of the company is from five 
thousand to eight thousand baskets, when running 
on full time. From one hundred and fifty to two 
hundred hands find constant employment. The out- 
put goes to all parts of the United States and 
Canadas. The rarest inducements are also offered 
to dealers in regard to economy of prices, and these 
facts, coupled with tliereliability that can beplaced 
upon all the dealings and representations of the 
company, serve to entitle the house to the implicit 
confidence of the trade and of the general public. 
The officers of the company are Massachusetts men 
by birth and education. 

Malcolm Bri<lgman, Jewelry, Watches, 
Clocks, and Silverware, No. LSI Main Street. — The 
fine jewelry store of Mr. M. Bridgman was founded 
in 187-5 by Mr. A. V,. Hathaway. In April, 1885, 
Mr. Hathaway retired and was succeeded by the 
present proprietor, who still retains the former ex- 
cellent trade and is rapidly increasing it to still 
greater proportions. The store is handsomely fitted 
up with elaborate counters, silver-mounted show- 
cases, and plate-gla.ss display windows. The .stock 
embraces fine gold and silver watches of American 
and European manufacture.jewelry of all kinds, such 
as plain and fancy rings, diamonds, rubies, and other 
precious stones, set in the latest and most unique 
.styles, chains, necklaces, bracelets, shirt studs, col- 
lar, cuflT, and sleeve buttons, etc., also a tine assort- 
ment of solid silver and plated ware, together with 
a full line of clocks of foreign and domestic manu- 
facture. The repairing of watches, clocks, fine jew- 
elry, etc., receives especial, careful, and expeditious 
attention. Mr. Bridgman is a native of Belcher- 
town, Ma.ss., but came to this place from Brooklyn, 
N. Y. A specialty is made of spectacles and eye- 
glasses, which are made of the best genuine axis- 
cut Brazilian pebbles, and others of the finest 
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C. W. Kiiuiej', Dealer in Marble, Granite, 
Brownstone, and all Cemetery Work, corner King 
and Conrt Streets. — Tliis business was originally 
established in 1.S45, by Mr. C. M. Kinney, after 
which the firm became Kinney Brothers, who were 
succeeded by Kinney & Son, when in lS7o the 
present proprietor succeeded that firm, since which 
time the business has been conducted under the 
present style. The premises occupied are spacious 
and commodious and are thoroughly supplied with 
every convenience required. Headstones, monu- 
ments, and memorials of various styles and sizes 
are made in various designs or furnished to order 
in polished granite or marble. He likewise attends 
to all kindsof cemetery work, and furnishes galvan- 
ized iron railings and iron cemetery furniture, and 
makes a specialty of vauUs, monuments, and ped- 
estals, and has e.vecuted many elegant memorials in 
the cemeteries in Northampton and throughout 
o^ew England that cannot be surpassed for artistic 
ability and workmanship. He also prepares all 
kinds of stone, marble, and granite work, both for 
exterior and interior fittings for buildings, also sills, 
bases, corners, lintels, etc. In the show-rooms are 
to be found beautiful specimens of monuments, 
headstones, statuary, and memorials, all of designs 
embodying artistic taste and conception. It is the 
aim of the proprietor of this concern to furnish 
strictly first-class work at reasonable prices, so that 
the public taste may be gratified and educated, and 
for this purpose he is prepared with modern con- 
veniences sufficient to turn out anything required 
in marble, granite, or brownstone work. Mr. 
Kinney is a native of Northampton, and is held 
in the highest esteem in social and commercial 
circles for his unswerving honor and strict integ- 
rity, and justly merits the success which has at- 
tended his well-directed efi'orts. 

W. Herrick, Machinist and Manufacturer 
of Circular Saw-Mills, Steam Engines, Lathes, Saw 
Tools, Mill Gearing, etc.. Shop, West Side Con- 
necticut River Railroad Company's Freight House. 
— One of the best sources for mechanical supplies 
in Northampton is the concern of Mr. W. Herrick, 
machinist. The works comprise a brick building 
32x82 feet in dimensions, and containing three 
floors and basement. They are equipped with the 
finest machinery incident to the business, and the 
driving force is furnished by a fifteen horse-power 
engine and boiler. Mr. Herrick, who is a native 
of New York State, has resided in Northampton 
since he was fifteen years of age. He founded his 
present enterprise in 1842, and his business career, 
covering a period of forty-four years, has been char- 
acterized by enterprise and integrity. He has a 
well-established trade throughout the whole Union. 
The products of the works embrace circular saw- 
mills, steam engines, lathes, and saw tools, mill 
gearing, shafting, pulleys, hangers and bolts, water 
wheels, shingle mills, lath mills, planing machines, 
belting, files, etc. Twelve skilled and experienced 
hands are employed 

Jforthainpton Steam Ijaunclry, L. A. 

Belding, Manager, No. 13(i ilain Street. — The 
Northampton Steam Laundry was established here 
in 1885 by Mr. Belding, and has proved to be a 
very successful venture. The business has its heiul- 
<iniirters at No. 1 Crafts avenue, the space occupied 
being amply commodious. The works are supplied 



with steam power by a seven-horse power engine 
and boiler, and are provided with all the desired 
modern improved apparatus used in the laundry 
business, including a shirt machine, collar and cuff 
machine, washing machine, starching machine, ex- 
tractor machine, collar and cuflT turner, Tyler 
ironer, etc., which are kept in constant operation. 
Employment is given to seven hands, while the 
jiriccs charged are always reasonable. A good city 
and out-of town trade is enjoyed. Mr. Belding is a 
native of Vermont. 

A. G. Carley, Books, Stationery, and News 
Room, Headquarters for Artists' Materials, No. 
115 Main Street. — The prominent and popular 
house of Mr. A. G. Carley was established by hira 
in 1877. The premises occupied are spacious and 
elegantly fitted with handsome counters, etc. The 
valuable stock constantly on hand consists of a 
carefully selected line of choice popular works by- 
prominent authors. Bibles, prayer, and hymn 
books, lexicons, dictionaries, commentaries, ency- 
clopaedias, text-books for schools, academies, etc., 
also leading works of fiction by popular authors. 
The latest works issued by all the prominent and 
reliable publishing houses in the country, as well 
as any work published, can be ordered and ob- 
tained promptly through this house. All the cheaper 
editions of authors that have become so popular of 
late years are carried in comjilete variety. He 
also keeps a full assortment of stationery, in- 
cluding fine, flat papers of all sizes, legal and fools- 
cap, legal blanks, foreign and domestic letter paper 
and envelopes, cards of all descriptions, sizes, and 
styles, ink, pencils, paper-weights, etc., etc. He re- 
ceives all the leading magazines and periodicals as 
soon as published, and his service of them, with all 
the leading daily and weekly newspapers, is unsur- 
passed. He also keeps a full line of artists' ma- 
terials. The stock of five-cent sheet music is very 
large and replete with the standard and more 
recent compositions. Mr. Carley is a native of 
Vermont. 

R. E. Edwards, Furniture Dealer and Fur- 
nishing I'ndertaker, Upholstering, Drapery, and 
Shades, Centre Street. — The business of this estab- 
lishment was originally founded in 1846 by Messrs. 
Smith &Searle, Mr. J. II. Searle afterw.ard becom- 
ing sole proprietor. The firm next became Searle & 
Edwards, Mr. Edwards succeeding to the entire pro- 
prietorship in 1884. The business is carried on at 
a desirable location, occupying a two-story brick 
building and basement, having a frontage of 2.5 feet 
a depth of 60 feet. The place contains a large, 
complete assortment of kitclien, dining-room, par- 
lor, bedroom, hall, library, and office furniture in 
cheap, medium, and fine lines of manufacture, all 
being arranged in first-class order. There is also a 
desirable assortment of upholstering goods, dr.npery, 
and shades. Mr. Edwards holds the agency for 
Livingston's great moth and carpet-bug destroyer, 
which is an invaluable article for the purposes 
named. As a furnishing undertaker Mr. Edwards 
performs all the responsible duties attached to this 
branch in an entirely satisfactory manner. He 
has a fine hearse and employs about ten hands. 
Mr. Edwards is a native of ^lassachusctts, his 
birthpliice being Chesterfield. He employs both 
the cash and installment systems in his business 
and otters the most reasonable terms. 



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First National Baiilv, cor. Main and King 

Streets. — Tlie First National ]!:uik wasinforporaled 
in 1848 under tlie law of Massacliiisetts as a .State 
bank, and wajj (irif,inally known as tlie Ilolvoke 
Bank, with a capital of JIUU.OUU, its first otfii'ers 
being John Clark, jiresident, and Thomas Green, 
cashier. One year subsequently tl:e capital was in- 
creased to $1-5U,000, and again in 1850 to !!i2()0,000, 
and in 1857 Samuel VVilliston, of Easthainpton, was 
elected president, with VV. K. Hale, cashier. In 
18t)4 the institution was reorganized under the 
National Banking Act as the First National Bank, 
of Northampton, with a capital stock of $300,000, 
Joel Hayden, president ; W. B. Hale, vice-president, 
and Henry Roberts, cashier, the latter having been 
teller in the old Holyoke Bank. In November, 
1873, Mr. Hayden, the president, died, and his place 
was filled by the then vice-president, Mr. \V. B. 
Hale, who resigned his office in October, 1880, and 
was succeeded by the vice-president, Mr. it. F. 
Williams, who was unanimously chosen to fill the 
important and honorable position of bis several 
worthy predecessors. In 1880 Mr. Ivoberts, the 
cashier, was removed by death, and Mr. F. N. Knee- 
land (who now holds the position) was appointed 
to fill the vacancy. In the meantime, in 18()0, the 
capital was advanced to §400,000, and four years 
later was increased to !ii500,000, at which figure 
it has since remained, the magnificent sum of 
|!950,000 (nearly a cool million) having been paid 
in dividends to stockholders, and ltil23,000 in taxes 
since the reorganization in 1864, a showing that 
places the bank and its management entirely beyond 
the requirements of any need of praise, not to speak 
of its $l-2.5,000 surplus and ^34,000 undivided 
profits. The bank building was erected, in 18(>."), at 
a cost of §10,000, and is a solid and substantial 
structure, containing massive vaults, constructed in 
the bL'st burglar-proof manner, and equipped with 
chronometer locks on the doors. The otfices are 
spacious and handsomely fitted up and fin-nished, 
elegant portraits of the three first presidents (now 
deceased), Messrs. Jolin Clark, Sanniel Williston, 
and Joel Hayden, and the late esteemed cashier, 
Mr. Henry Roberts, being hung on the walls of the 
directors' room, and, altogether, a flourishing busi- 
ness is transacted, the connections of the bank being 
of the most desirable nature. The present officers 
and Board of Directors are as follows: W. B. Hale, 
president; Fred N. Kneeland, cashier, and Messrs. 
Silas M. Smith, M. H. Spaulding, M. M. French, 
H. F. Williams, A. L. Williston, L. J. Warner, 
CharlesCook, P. M. Wells, L. I) James, D. W. Wells, 
and W. B- Hale constituting the directors, all men 
of the highest personal integrity as well as sound 
judgment and business ability. Banking hours are 
from nine A. M. to three P. M., and the National 
Park Bank, of New York, is the correspondent in 
the metropolis, while the Boston National Hide 
and IjCiither Bank performs the same function in 
that city. 

Slllitli & Priiidle, Men's, Youths', and 
Boys' t.;lothing, (ients' Furnishing Goods, etc.. No. 
68 Main Street. — This is the oldest establishment 
in the city, having been founded over half a cen- 
tury ago by Mr. Charles Smith, who still remains 
an active member of the firm. The e.xact year of 
the establishment of the enterprise was 1830. Mr. 
Smith has always been the head of the firm, the 
successive changes being, in order named. Smith & 



Anzer, C. Smith it Co., Smith & French, Smith & 
t:lark. Smith, Clark & Prindle, and in 18ol the 
firm became Snuth & I'rindle. Messns. Charles 
Smith and J. H. I'rindle are both natives of Derby, 
Conn., are full of years of e.\perience, which 
have prepared them for the successful mercantile 
career they are enjoying. The firm occupy a fine, 
large .store, its dimensions being bo.x2o feet. This 
spacious salesroom is fitted up in first-class style, 
and is filled with a very large assortment of men's, 
youths', and boys' clothing, which is guaranteed 
to be unsurpas.sed for fit, style, and wearing (juali- 
ties, while they are sold at prices that are uni- 
formly reasonable. A full variety of gentlemen's 
furnishing goods is also kept in stock, and includ- 
ing all the latest and most stylish novelties. Two 
clerks are employed. 

Hampshire Iron Foundry, Plea.sant 
Street, Charles E. Clapp, Proprietor. — One of the 
oldest and best known concerns in this branch of 
enterprise is that of Mr. Charles E. Clapp. The 
busine.ss was organized in 1848 by the father of the 
present proprietor, Mr. W. R. (.'lajip. This gentle- 
man conducted the business with remarkable suc- 
cess for thirty years, and was succeeded by his son 
in 1878. The foundry is a one-story brick building 
50.^1)0 feet in dimensions, and the machine shop is 
a building of brick 2ox(35 feet in dimensions and 
three stories high. The mechanical equipments of 
the establishment are of a first-class character, and 
among the products of the concern embrace steam 
e.igines and boilers, circular saw mills, iron castings, 
iron columns and iron fences, cauldron kettles, 
tuyere irons, iron hitchingposts, hangers, couplings 
and boxes, piilley.s, from three inch to sixty inch 
diameter, and from three inch to twenty-four inch 
face. A large variety of spur, mitre, and bevel 
gearing, improved iron chimney caps, cider mill 
screws, jack screws, boiler grates, furnace grates, 
stove grates, sewer grates, stoves for burning three 
or four feet wood, also the honeycomb stove for 
burning fine fuel, window weights. The motive 
power is furnished by a ten-horse power steam en- 
gine, and about twelve hands are employed. The 
concern has a brisk business connection, and the 
amount of trade transacted is yearly increiising in 
volume. Mr. Clapp is a native of the city. 

R. W. Sackett, AVholesale and Retail Dealer 
in Furniture and Bedding, AVoodenware, etc., Nos. 
'2, 4, and King Street. — At the popular and well- 
ordered concern of R. W. Sackett can always be 
found an exceedingly fine assortment of furniture 
of every description, plain and artistic, including 
beautifid and reliable parlor suits, chamber suits, 
library and office furniture, bedding, wooden and 
willow ware, :ind everything that is to be found in 
a well-equipped concern of the kind. The house 
was founded in 18lllt by Mr. R. W. Sackett, who 
h;is since continued tbe business, with a short 
intermission, alone, with marked success, the trade, 
which is both wholesale and retail, being very ex- 
tensive, a finf out-of-town business, being done, as 
well as a flourishing city and suburban trade. The 
warehouses cover a superficial area of about 1,000 
feet, and a heavy and excellently selected stock is 
constantly carried, and three cajialile and attentive 
assistants are employed. Mr. Sackett is a native of 
Northampton and is well and favorably known ia 
mercantile circles. 



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Northampton Emery Wheel Com- 
pany, Emery and Corundum Wlieels, and Emery 
Wliei'l Machinery, Leeds Mass. — A celebrated Eng- 
lish writer, after a recent protracted visit to t h 13 coun- 
try, remarked that the only thing the United States 
lacked was "antiquity," and that the only reason 
that we did not have it In abundance was because 
it could neither be purchased nor invented. Al- 
though there are many enterprises which date well 
back in years, a house which can show a record of 
twenty years' uninterrupted progress and success 
can at least lay claim to an unusual exhibit. The 
widely known company which is the subject of 
this sketch was originally established in 1S67, 
under the lirni name of Otis & William-;, and in the 
subsequent year it was organized into a joint-stock 
company under the name and title of the North- 
ampton Emery Wheel Company, with a capital 
stock of $oU,OJO, and it has since been operated 
under that de.signation, although the company was 
incorporated under the laws of the State in 187it, 
at which time the capital was doubled, and so in- 
creased to $100,000. This company justly lays 
claim to being (with but one exception) the oldest 
manufacturers of emery wheels in tlie entire world, 
and at the same time, from the rare excellence and 
generally admitted superiority of their productions, 
has, practically, the world for a market, finding a 
large demand and ready sale in Europe, principally, 
however, in the countries of England, France, Ger- 
many, and Sweden, while tlie home patronage in- 
cludes nearly every State in the I'nion. The pro- 
ductions of these works are manufactured luider 
letters patent, and, including the machinery, are 
nearly all the resultsof their own invention. Tlieir 
wheels, both emery and corundum, are made under 
a patented process, and no other wheel manufac- 
tured contains the same ingredients, or combination 
of ingredients, wliich serve to make them a very 
popular wheel on the market for a large variety of 
purpo.ses, while their machinery for running tlie 
wheels is concededly the acme of convenience and 
utility. A liberal proportion of their domestic 
patronage is in the West, necessitating a branch 
office and warehouse at Chicago, which is centrally 
located at No. 20 South Canal street, and where a 
stock to the value of $50,00 ) is kept constantly on 
hand. The enviable reputation of the goods of this 
enterprising liouse is so well and widely established 
that we can only echo the general opinion of the 
trade through any meed of praise these pages could 
bestow. As a clinching commendation, we can 
truthfully add that since the organization of the 
company not a single share of the stock has been 
sold or owned outside of the original .stockholders ; 
nor has there been a vacancy in the original Board 
of Directors, excepting such as were caused by the 
hand of death, a convincing argument of the con- 
servatism displayed, as well as the unvarying value 
and meritoriousncss of the productions of the house. 
Messrs. Ira Dimick, president, and J. L. Otis, 
treasurer, have also both faithfully and satisfac- 
torily performed the mission of their respective 
offices since the inception of the enteriirise. They 
have always prided themselves on the honest repre- 
sentation of the (juality of their goods and their 
character for fair dealing with all, and relations j 
established with this reliable house will not only \ 
prove pleasant but profitable to all concerned. All j 
orders from consumers, whether large or small, are 1 
filled with promjitness and fidelity. I 



"College Bookstore," S. E. Bridgman 
& Co., Publishers, Booksellers and Stationers. — 
Nearly one hundred years ago, or, to be more exact, 
ia the year 1792, when the old settlers in this 
section of the Commonwealth had begun to settle 
dosvn to the arts of peace and industry, the first 
regular bookstore in the town of Northampton was 
opened by Simeon Butler, and which during the 
intervening ninety-five years has been in continuous 
existence, and to-day fully sustains its old-time 
reputation as one of the foremost and best-equipped 
concerns of the kind in Western Massacliusetts. 
The firm of Simeon Butler & Son succeeded the 
founder, and they in turn were succeeded by J. W. 
Butler, who subsequently gave way to Butler & 
Bridgma 1, the style afterward changing to Hop- 
kins, Bridgman h Co., who some time after were 
succeeded by Bridguian & Childs, they conducting 
the business up to ISS,'?, when it p:ussed into the 
control of the present proprietors. They own and 
occupy a neat and commodious store 25x(i0 feet in 
dimensions, and very tastefully arranged, and a 
large and excel lent stock is kept constantly on hand, 
including college, school, and text books. Sabbath- 
school, and religious literature (among their pub- 
lications being the works of Rev. John Todd, D. D., 
and Edward Hitchcock, 1). D., LL. D.), historical 
works, juvenile storybooks and miscellaneous pub- 
lications, and a full and fine line of general mer- 
cantileand school stationery, the business transacted 
being very substantial and requiring the services of 
three efficient and capable assistants. The indi- 
vidual members of the firm are L. E. and A. C. 
Bridgman, natives of this city — the senior entering 
the store as apprentice in 1844. They receive 
orders from Oregon, Montana, and South Africa, 
and have a fine trade with public libraries. 

Wllitbeok & Shearii, Dealers in Pianos, 
Organs, Musical Merchandise, Interior Decora- 
tions, etc.. No. 124 Main Street. — This flourishing 
business was originally started in 1872 by S. Har- 
rison Hayner, who was succeeded by George S. 
Whitbeck & Co., thev conducting it up to 1884, 
when it changed to the present style, this enter- 
prising and reliable firm continuing the business 
with eminently satisfactory results, their patronage 
being extensive and of the most desirable charac- 
ter. They occupy ample and commodious quarters, 
the store being 2o,x75 feet indimension.s, and hand- 
somely fitted up, and a large and A 1 stock is con- 
stantly carried, including pianos and organs of the 
foremost American makers, musical instruments of 
every description, bra-ss, reed, and string, also mu- 
sical mercliandise of all kinds, and an elegant line 
of artistic paperhangings and internal decorations, 
moldings, and kindred articles, special attention 
being devoted to laying fine ceiling work and side- 
wall decorations, skillful workmen being furnished 
to execute the same. The firm are agents for the 
sale of the favorite Sterling pianos and organs, also 
the well-known E. H. McEwen pianos, the Vose h 
Sons pianos, and the Clongh & Warren and Wor- 
cester Organ Company's organs, doing a very fine 
trade throughout the city -.ind suburbs, and also out 
of town. The individual members of the copart- 
nership are Messrs. (reorge S. Whitbeck, a native 
of Mount W:ushiugton, Berkshire county, this State, 
and Fred. C. Shearn, a native of the island of Jer- 
sey, in the English Channel, but a resident of the 
United St.ates since childhood. 



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BeUlillg' Bros. & Co., Silk Manufacturers, 
Hawley Street. — in the inaiuifae'ture of silk goods 
tlie best talent and the utmost energy and 
ingenuity are required to keej> pace with the 
exacting and capricious demands of fashion, but 
Araerictm native enterprise is equal to the emer- 
gency, and we can now furnish silk in its varied 
forms of as choice quality and excellent design as 
can be pi-ocured in any other part of the world. A 
visit to our different silk factories, and notably to 
those of Messrs. Belding Bros. & Co., is instructive 
and entertaining, and somewhat surprising. It is 
now a (]uarler of a century since tlie business oi 
Messrs. Belding Bros. & Co. w;is founded at Kock- 
ville. Conn., and in July, 1882, the proprietary was 
incorporated as a company, with a capital of $().5(),- 
000, under the laws of (.'onnecticut. Since then the 
company lias made a popular name for itself and 
its manufactures, not only in every section of the 
American continent, but in all the leading markets 
of the world. The presiilcnt and treasurer of the 
company is Mr. M. M. Be'.ding, and the secretary, 
Mr. A. N. Belding, resides at Kookville, ( 'onn. The 
main office of the company is in New York. The 
company operate live mills, and these are located 
at Rockville, Conn., Nortliampton, Mass., Montreal, 
Canada, San Francisco, Cal., and at Belding, Midi., 
and their principal salesrooms are in Cincinnati, 
New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, St. Louis, Bos- 
ton, San Francisco, and Montreal. Our purpose in 
this review is to speak with special reference to the 
company's concern in Kortliampton, where is manu- 
factured a general line of sewing-silk, machine 
twist, silk fabrics, silk hosiery for ladies' wear, etc. 
This concern, which is under the management of 
Mr. E. F. Crooks, who has been connected with the 
firm for the past si-x years, comprises two four-story 
and one one-story brick building.s, all of large dimen- 
sioiKs. They are located near the Connecticut River 
railroad, andthe New Haven andNorthamptonrail- 
road, and are equijiped with the best mechanical ap- 
pliances, including one iiun<lrcd and thirty looms 
and fifteen thousand s|undles, tlie driving force being 
supplied by a steaui engine and boiler, eaih of two- 
hundred-boise power. The mills are illuminated 
by electric light, and everywhere there is manifest 
the most recent improvements and facilities that 
skill can suggest or cai)ital in-oviile. Five hundred 
hands are employed, and some si.K hundred pounds 
of raw silk are consumed daily in the manufacture 
of their iirodnctions. Although the out|>ut of this 
concern alone is one of vast volume, when it is 
taken into account that the company's other four 
mills are also daily turning out immense quantities 
of goods, some itlea may be gained of the e.'ctent of 
the operations of this remarkably successful com- 
pany, whose manufactures are everywnere appreci- 
ated for their uniform worth, the amount of raw 
material consumed in a day by the five mills aggre- 
g.iting nearly a ton. The manufactures of the com- 
pany at Rockville are machine twist and sewing- 
silk of ;ill colors; at Montreal, machine twist, sew- 
ing-silk, and ribbons, and at San Francisco and 
Belding, Mich., machine twist and sewing-silk. The 
company has the best of facilities for supplying 
orders, and its producis rank high in the markets 
of the world. As a striking example of the inex- 
haustible enterpri.se and farsightedness of this 
world-renowned concern, we would mention the 
fact that the company became dissatisfied with the 
town facilities for obtaining water in requisite 



abundance and virgin purity, and are at present 
engaged in sinking an artesian well on their 
premises, lielieving that tlie additional purity in 
water from such a source would in a degree, at 
least, enhance the value of their goods (which, bv 
the way, is much like endeavoring to refine fine 
gold), and although the well-drivers have already 
reached a depth in tlie bowels of the earth of more 
than three thousand feet, being a greater depth 
than that attained by any previous etlort of a simi- 
lar nature in the history of the country, this firm 
are undeterred in their efibrts to benefit tlieirtrade, 
and have resolved to secure the object of their 
search, although the outlay in this project has 
already sunk $2-5,000 in hard cash. This exhibi- 
tion of business tact and li!.«ral economy is cer- 
tainly without parallel in the annals of trade in 
this or any other country. 

The Damon Narrow Fabric Company, 

Manufacturers of Cotton Tapes. — Prominent among 
the flourishing industrial concerns contributing to 
the sum of business activity of this city is the 
Damon Narrow Fabric Company, manufacturers of 
cotton tapes, whose products are in steady and ex- 
tensive demand all over the United States, owing to 
the uniformly high standard of excellence they 
have alv/ays maintained. This prosperous enter- 
I)rise was started in 18S1, when the company was 
duly incorporated under the laws of the State with 
a capital stock of !}i3."i,000, the offices of president 
and treasurer now being filled by C. P. Damon 
and E. O. Damon respectively. Tlie factory, which 
is situated on the Connecticut River railroad, and 
also on the New Haven and Northampton railroar" 
is a four-story, 50x50 brick structure with a fram^ 
building 80x25 feet in dimensions, all completely 
equipped with heavy steam-power, and the most 
improved machinery and appliances, and employ- 
ment is afforded to upward of fifty expert hands. 
Narrow tapes, white and colored, of every descrip- 
tion are manufactured, and the average daily pro- 
duction reaches over sixty thousand yards, these 
goods finding ready market throughout the country. 
The president was born in St. Louis, and the 
treasui-er is a native of Northampton. 

31. li. & M. \V. Graves, Proprietors R. R. 
Steam Mills, and Dealers in (train, Meal, Flour, 
Feed, and Baled Hay, corner of Main and Market 
Streets. — The leading establishment engaged in the 
flour and grain trude in this city is that carried on 
by Messrs. M. L. iV M. W. (haves. The business 
was started in 1805 by Messrs. Thayer, Sargent & Co., 
the Messrs. (iraves succeeding to the management 
in 1875. The mills are situated on the Connecticut 
River railn lad, and consist of two buildings, one two 
stories in heiglit, being 120x40 feet, the other four 
.stories, 30x40 feet in dimensions. The mills are 
equipped with three sets of grinding stones, which 
are set in operation by steam power, supplied by a 
twenty-five-horse jiower engine and boiler, and have 
a grinding capacity of one thousand bushels per 
day. The firm use the mills for grinding feed only. 
Messrs. (Graves are heavy dealers in Pillsbury's best 
XXXX Minneapolis flour. They carry a very large 
stock of flour, feed, grain, meal, and baled hay em- 
plo3'ment being given to eiglit hands. The Messrs. 
Graves are both natives of Massachusetts, their 
birthplacL' being North Levcrett. 



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The Norwood, (ieorge W. Forbes, Proprie- 
tor. — Tlie Norwood, wlikli is in all respects a 
tirst-chiss establishment and the liotel par excel- 
lence of Northampton, was opened April 19th, of 
the present year, and bounded at once into public 
favor and prosperity. The building is a handsome 
three-story lUUxSO-fuot frame structnre, admirably 
situated on a site 25Uxr.2tl feet in dimensions, and 
with elegant and attractive surroundings, and con- 
tains forty rooms, well ventilated, lighted, heated, 
and equipped, the dining-room having a capacity 
to seat one hundred and twenty guests at one time. 
It is conveniently located to all lines of travel con- 
verging in the city, a free cab being run to and 
from the depots on the arrival and departure of 
trains, and the service and attention are excellent in 
every respect, some (ifteen in }ielp being regularly 
employed. The house is beautifully furnished and 
appointed, and is supplied with all modern im- 
provements and appliances, including electric bells 
and returning call bells, speaking tubes, telephone, 
bath-rooms on every floor, and superior sanitary 
arrangements, and is lighted by gas and heated by 
steam. There are also at hand a ■well-kept billiard 
parlor, salesmen's sample-room, ladies' parlor, read- 
ing and writing rooms, barber shop, and a well- 
stocked bar, with a lirst-class livery stable connected 
— in short, everything that is to be found in a lead- 
ing hotel. The cuisine is the very best the market 
affords, every toothsome edible, and table luxury, 
with every delicacy in season, being provided, while 
the liquid refreshments include the choice^t brands, 
the rates (two dollars and fifty cents and three 
dollars, with special terms to commercial men and 
professionals), too, being extremely moderate, con- 
sidering the superior accommodations and excel- 
lent fare. Mr. Forbes, who isanativeof (ireenfield, 
Mass., is a gentleman of courteous and pleasing 
manners. Already plans are being perfected for 
an addition to the building, giving forty more 
rooms, which it is the intention to have in order for 
the public by May of the coming year, several suits 
of rooms being already engaged for the entire sea- 
son by families from New York and other cities, 
having been attracted by the comforts of the house 
and the many pleasant drives in the vicinity of the 
town. 

E. C. Davis, Civil Engineer, McCallnm's 
Block, Main Street. — This gentleman, who is a 
native of Buckland, Franklin county, Mass., estab- 
lished his business here in 11S70, and has built up a 
fine reputation and a large demand for his valuable 
services, having addressed himself persistently to 
the study and practice of his profession ever since. 
He has filled the responsible position of city engi- 
neer of Northampton since 1883, and has given 
general satisfaction in that capacity. He occupies 
two fine large oflices each 25x20 feet in dimensions, 
and employs two skilled assistants and is carrying 
on a large business performing work in any part of 
New England. Among the many prominent works 
that have been built under the supervision of Mr. 
Davis may be mentioned the iron bridge at Kenne- 
bunk. Me., the pitcher iron bridge at Huntington, 
Mass., and the "village bridge" at the same place; 
the Leeds iron bridge at Leeds, JLa.ss., the Holyoke 
city water-works, etc., and he is now superintending 
the erection of the new granite building that is to 
be used as a court-hou.se for Northampton, which is 
entirely fire-proof. When completed it will be 



three stories in height, and will be 104x70 feet in 
dimensions. Mr. Davis has also had charge of 
important State work, sueli as repairing the damage 
done by the great New river flood in 1874, etc. In 
everything undertaken by him he has proved him- 
sels efficient and trustworthy. 

Hampsliire Savings Bank, No. 112 

Main Street. — Among the best conducted and 
most prosperous financial establishments in the 
t'onniionwealth of Massachusetts to-day may be 
mentioned the excellent institution whose nanie 
stands at the head of this sketch, and which since 
its organization, nearly eighteen years ago, has 
maintained a career of iminterrnpted success. 
The bank was duly incorporated mider the laws 
of the State, May IStli, isti'.), the otticers being 
the same who now fill the positions with so much 
satisfaction to all interested, viz.: Mr. Luther 
Bodman, president, and Mr. Le%vis Warner, treas- 
urer, the present vice-presidents being Messrs. 
Josephus Crafts, Ansel Wright, Webster Herrick, 
and Hiram Nash. Judicious investments, fore- 
sight, and integrity, coupled with sound business 
principles, all have contributed to render the ad- 
mirable showing, as furnished by the last yearly 
statement, attesting the excellent condition of the 
bank's affairs. Tlie following figures speak elo- 
quently for themselves (August, of present year) : 
Deposits, $726,000 ; guaranty fund, $13,825; undi- 
vided profits, $10,280, and open accounts, $2,115 — 
this creditable exhibit placing the institution and 
its officers and trustees far beyond the requirements 
of any meed of praise these pages coidd bestow. 
The trustees are as follows : H. A. Longley, O. S. 
Clark, J. H. Demond, James Dnnlap, M. W. Jack- 
son, W. H. Dickinson, W. A. Nash, E. A. Edwards. 
II. A. Kimball, and H. P. Billings, all gentlemen 
jirominent in business and social circles ; the popu- 
lar and eflicient president and treasurer, Messrs. 
Bodman and Warner, being also president and 
cashier respectively of the Hami)shire County 
National Bank. An exceedingly tine business is 
transacted, the bank hours being from nine A. JI. 
to three P. M., interest on deposits being allowed 
from the 15th of February, May, August, and No- 
vember respectively, and dividends are declared 
semi-annually on the 15th of May and November. 
The offices of the bank are in the rooms of the 
Hampshire County National Bank, thereby making 
the saving in rent of a special building an import- 
ant item to depositors. 

J. A. Sullivan, Flour, Meal, Grain, Feed, 
Hay and Straw, Fertilizers, Seeds, Agricultur-al 
Implements, etc.. Main Street. — Mr. Sullivan is a 
native of Connecticut, and lias for the last twelve 
years made his home in this town. In 1876 he 
established himself in his present business, and has 
a high reputation and an enviably large trade. 
His office and salesroom, opposite the New Haven 
and Northampton railroad, cover an area of lOOx 
50 feet. Mr. Sullivan carries a very extensive 
stock of tlie best flour, meal, grain, feed, hay, and 
straw, fertilizers, seeds, agricultural implements, 
lime, cement, and kerosene oil. He is also an ex- 
tensive manufacturer of drain and sewer Jiipe of 
all kinds. His yards and manufactory are located 
on the Connecticut River railroad, and cover a space 
of 100x50 feet. He employs six hands, and his 
trade extends to all parts of New England. 



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The Crystal Emery Wheel Company, 

Miinul'acturers of I'atent .Solid Kincj-y and t'oFun- 
diiiu Wheels, Ilawley Street. — This C'onipany is do- 
ing a very considerable business, and its trade is 
increasing year by year. It was incorporated in 
1879, with a capital of $20,U00, and it is equipped 
with the best of facilities fur the manufacture of 
superior solid emery and corundum wheels, emery 
grinding machinery of all kinds, etc. The presi- 
dent of the company is Mr. J. Mulligan, who is a 
resident of Springfield, Mass., and also president of 




the Connecticut Railroad Company. The treasurer 
and manager, Mr. Charles E. Stevens, is a native 
of Maine and a resident of Northampton. The 
factory is a two-story frame structure, 25x50 feet in 
dimensions. It is equipped with tlie best ma- 
chinery, which is operated by a forty-horse-power 
engine and boiler, and employment is furnished to 
ten lumds. The company have recently eflected 
great improvements in their products, and they are 
now sending out emery wheels that cannot be ex- 
celled in strength, durability, and cutting qualities. 
Their cementing materials are so perfectly adjusted 
in their proportions that they can produce wheels 
in any grade or q\iantily that may be desired, of 
the most uniform texture, and give them the proper 
temper to produce the very best results for all 
classes of work for which emery wheels are used. 
The company are the manufacturers of the "House- 
hold" patent emery wheel knife sharpener, an 
article iudisiiensable to the peace and comfort of 
every housekeeper. This invention is intended to 
meet the demand for a simple and inexpensive arti- 
cle for sharpening knives, scissors, and other cutting 
implements. It is fastened to a table or shelf by 
simply turning a tlnunb-screw. The wheel has a 
cast-iron centre, with a rim of solid emery, mak- 
ing it six inches in diameter and one acro.^s the 
face; should be used without water and kept dry 
and will last a long time. It is always in order 



and ready for use, does its work quickly and effect- 
ively, and can be operated by any one. It is gold 
for one dollar and a quarter without, and for one 
dollar and a half with, adjustable table and guide 
for sharpening scissors. 

Northampton Institution for Sav- 
ing's.— Popular favor leans toward old and well- 
known concerns, such as the excellent and reliable 
institution whose name stands at the head of this 
sketch, ami which, since its inception, forty-four 
years ago, has maintained a record of steady "prog- 
ress and is to-day, by common consent, among the 
most stable and best conducted financial establish- 
ments in this city or county. The bank was duly 
incorporated under the Liws of the State in the 
year 1.S42, and its gratifying condition to-day, as 
attested by the subjoined statement, is a high trib- 
ute to the sound judgment, business ability, and in- 
tegrity of those intrusted with its management. 
November 1st, 1S86, total amount of deposits, 
$2,118,372.28; guaranty fund, »!75,500, and undi- 
vided profits, $22,992.04, and premiums on its secu- 
rities, some $1,120,000, with open accounts some 
15,800, these figures speaking in the most eloquent 
manner of the stability and reliability of this popu- 
lar bank. The building, erected in 1S77, is a hand- 
some two-story 30x50 brick structure, with free- 
stone trinnnings, and the offices, which are spacious 
and commodious, are elegantly fitted up in ash, the 
committee-room being particularly attractive. The 
bank hours are from nine A. M. to three P. M., and 
a very tine business is transacted, drafts for amounts 
of one pound and upward on England, Ireland, 
and other J^uropean countries being sold. The 
officers and trustees are as follows: H. G. Knight, 
president; M. M. French, vice-president; T. G. 
Spaiilding, secretary ; L. Maltby, treasursr ; Oscar 
Edwards, J. \i. Warriner, F. II. Dawes, S. M.Cook, 
H. K. Hinckley, Merritt Clark, J. S. Lathrop, E. 
A. Thomas, Wm. E. Thayer, Geo. P. Dickinson, 
Geo. W. Hubbard, L. B. Williams, and Benj. E. 
Cook, Jr., trustees, all gentlemen prominent in 
commercial and professional life. Interest is al- 
lowed on deposits from one to one thousand dollars, 
and is due and payable on and after the first 
Wednesdays of April and C)ctober in each year. 
Quarters begin on the first Wednesdays of January, 
April, July, and October. 

Schweppe & Ening-er, Manufacturers of 
Ladies' Bags, Pocket-Books, and all kinds of Leather 
Goods. — These gentlemen, with ample experience, 
started in business with the purpose of achieving 
success if energy, honesty, and determination could 
achieve that end. They occupy tine, large quarters, 
and are carrying on a fine business as manufacturers 
of ladies' bags, pocket-books, card-cases, bill-books, 
and every description of hand-bags. These goods 
are all of very superior make and are the most 
salable goods in the market. Three hands are em- 
ployed in the factory, and a salesman is kept upon 
the road introducing the fine goods manufactured 
by this house. The trade already extends to all 
parts of New York and Massachusetts, and is con- 
stantly widening its territory. Both members of 
the firm, Messrs. Fred. Schweppe and Charles En- 
inger, are practically acquainted with the details 
of their business. Mr. Schweppe is a native of Ger- 
many, while Mr. Eninger claims Couuecticut as his 
birthplace. 



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The Hampshire County National 
Sank. — As in other features of progress in whicli 
public confidence is an indispensable element, so 
with the bank, whose standing is determined as 
ranch by the measure of popular favor rei)Osed in 
those intrusted with its management as by the 
business ability and integrity of the officers and di- 
rectors. Jiike other business enterprises, too, long 
and continuous existence is the best criterion in 
this important line, and in this connection it is a 
genuine pleasure to refer to the well and favorably 
known Hampshire County National Hank, of this 
town, which is by common consent one of the most 
stable and reliable financial institutions in this sec- 
tion of the State, and which, since its inception, 
has always maintained a record of steady progress 
and prosperity. The bank was incorporated May 
21st, 18U4, with a capital of §2o0,00(), and its hand- 
some exhibit now of $50,000 surplus and §12,000 
undivided profits, with upward of §>HOI),000 de- 
posits, abundantly attests the e.xcellence of the 
management, as well as the vigilance and faithful- 
ness of the officers and directors. The bank build- 
ing is a three-story 25.'c()5 feet iron structure, 
which was erected in 1874 at a cost of $20,000, 
with handsome and commodious offices and ap- 
pointments, the Importers' and Traders' National 
Bank, New York, and the Maverick National 
Bank, Boston, being corres))ondents of this deser- 
vedly popular institution. Banking hours are from 
nine A. M. to three P. M-, and discounts are made 
daily. A liberal dividend is yearly declared, as 
higli as ten per cent, in former ye.irs, and as an lui- 
questionable argument in its favor the bank points 
with pride to the fact that on no occasion has the 
payment of a dividend been omitted. The officers 
are Mr. Luther Bodman, president, and Mr. Lewis 
Warner, cashier, natives respectively of Williams- 
burgh and Springfield, this State, both gentlemen of 
inflexible integrity and of e.xcellent standing in 
the community, of which no better testimony 
could be offered than the fact that Mr. Bodman 
has tilled the position of president since the organi- 
zation of the bank, and Mr. Warner, the efficient 
cashier, has been connected with the institution 
since 1805. The Board of Directors is composed of 
Messrs. Luther Bodman, Josephus Crafts, Merritt 
Clark, M. W. Jackson, Lewis Warner, W. H. 
Dickinson, and Hiram Nash. 

A. H. Stocker & Co., Hatters and Gents' I 
Furnishers, Trunks, Bags, Umbrellas, and Canes, 
Furs, Robes, and Blankets, No. 96 Main Street. — 
This firm is well known as extensive dealers in 
gentlemen's furnishing goods, trunks, bags, furs, etc., 
and has been established here for a period of six: 
years. The proprietor, Mr. A. H. Stocker, is a 
native of Cambridge, Mass., born in 1849, and is an 
ex|ierienced and thoroughly competent business 
manager. His store is 75x25 feet in size. The 
place is fitted up in first-class style, the fixtures 
being attractive andthecTitire fittings in good taste. 
The stock is large and comiirehensive in every de- 
partment, embracing the latest styles and most 
approved patterns, and includes a full variety of gen- 
tlemen's furnishing goods, hats and caps, trunks, 
bags, umbrellas and canes, furs, robes, and blankets. 
Tliese goods are oflered at [trices that are exceed- 
ingly low. Two clerks are employed in the store, 
and Mr. Stocker'treats all his customers fairly and 
honorablv. 



WUliam F. Pratt & Son, Architects, No. 
105 Main Street. — Special mention should here be 
made of Messrs. William F. Pratt tk Son, archi- 
tects, this city, than whom none in this line in Op 
around Northampton have been more fortunate i 
establishing and maintaining a deservedly high 
reputation, as none receive a larger measure of 
merited recognition. Mr. Pratt, the elder, started 
in business on his own account, designing and 
draughting, in 1835, and continued in this special 
department exclusively until 1870, when he added 
the construction trade also, and in which he has 
been equally successful, having since built many 
notable structures all over the county. In 1882 he 
admitted into partnership his son, William F. 
Pratt, thus constituting the widely known and 
prosperous firm whose name stands at the head of 
this sketch, and who have since conducted the 
Ijusincss with uninterrupted success. Messrs. Pratt 
are natives of this city and tliorough masters of 
their art. Among the noteworthy buildings de- 
signed and erected by them may be named the 
following few selected: Thompson Sanitarium, 
Northampton; Norwood Hotel, Smith Charities 
(Portland brownstone), Connecticut River railroad 
passenger depot. New Haven, Conn.; Northampton 
])assengcr <lcpot, Northampton National Bank 
Building (Portland freestone), pjlwards Congrega- 
tional Church (brick with freestone trimmings), 
Congregational Church, Florence, M.iss.; Town 
Hall, Cxreenfield, Mass.; Congregational Church, 
Bement, 111.; Andierst Savings Bank, Odd Fellows' 
Hall, Shelbourne Falls, Mass.; Belding Bros', 
mill, Mrs. A. S. Wood's house, Samuel Porter's 
house, P. K. Whitcomb's eight houses, Cook's 
Block, Amherst; Cutler's Block, Amherst; D. U. 
Society House, Amherst; Norton'sBlock,Easthamp- 
ton ; J. Mcintosh's three houses, E. C. Taf't's house, 
Holyoke ; new State Hospital Building, North- 
ampton ; Mrs. Clarke's house, L. B. Williams' 
house, E. 11. R. Lyman's house, H. A. Kimball's 
house, Enfield Town Hall, Knights of Honor Block, 
Florence. 

Sniitli Carr Baking- Company, Manu- 
facturers and Wholesale Dealers in all kinds of 
Biscuit, Crackers, Confectionery, and Cigars. — A 
prominent and prosperous concern is that of the 
Smith Carr Baking Company, manufacturers and 
vvholesale dealers in biscuit, crackers, confectionery, 
and cigars, and whose products maintain a uni- 
formly high standard of excellence, and as a conse- 
quence are in steadyand extensive demandthrough- 
out this and adjoining States, the trade being very 
large. This flourishing business was established in 
18(53 by Smith Carr, who conducted it up to March, 
1886, when he was succeeded by the present proprie- 
tors, who have since continued it with eminent 
success, still retaining the name of the founder in 
the style of firm. The bakery occupies a two-story 
and basement brick structure 60x65 feet in dimen- 
sions, supplied with full steam power and com- 
pletely equipped with improved a|ipliances and 
machinery, and employment is afforded to a dozen 
or more hands altogether. From fifteen to twenty- 
five barrels of flour per day are used, the products 
finding ready market all over Massachusetts, Con- 
necticut, Vermont and New Hampshire. The co- 
partnership consists of Messrs. John E. Bates, A. 
M. Locke, and E. C. Lyman, natives, respectively, of 
South Hadley, Leverett, and Chester, this St.ite. 



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TOWN OF XOKTIIAMPTOX 



E. C. Barr & Co., Ladies' and (lents' Ice- 
Creain and Dining Rooms and Fancy Balcery, Wil- 
liams Blocli. — Tills iirm is carrving on a large busi- 
ness as confectionei'S and fancy bakers, caterers, and 
ice-cream and dininsf-room proprietors. They oc- 
cupy a store and basement, eacli S0x2o feet in dimen- 
. slons. Tlie store is divided into two departments, 
the front part being used as a store, and the rear part 
as an ice-cream jjarlor and dining saloon. The store 
is filled with a tine assortment of French and other 
kinds of confectionery, inclmling Whitman's cele- 
brated confectionery, for which Messrs. Barr 4% Co. 
are agents, also cake of every variety, and foreign 
and domestic fruits in their season. The firm sell 
ice-cream at both wholesale and retail, and have a 
large trade in this line, their delicious ices being 
in popular demand. The dining-room is a first- 
class place at which to obtain refreshments or 
meals, the menu being choice, the food well cooked, 
and supplied at reasonable prices. The store is 
provided with handsome show cases and a fine soda 
fountain, and presents a very inviting appearance. 
Eight hands are employed. Weddings and other 
parties are promjitly supplied with every requisite. 
The members of the firm, Messrs. E. C. and J. C. 
Barr, are both natives of Massachusetts. Their 
establishment in this town is a branch of their 
Springfield house, where they also have a large 
business. 

Henry Childs, Book-Binder and Paper Ruler, 
No. 74 Main Street. — This house, conducted by Mr. 
Henry Childs, the popular, well-known book- 
binder and paper ruler, dates from the eighteenth 
century, having been founded in 170li by Mr. 
Simeon Butler, who was succeeded in the manage- 
ment by Messrs. Bridge & Childs. In 1S83 Mr. 
Childs became the sole proprietor. This gentleman, 
who is a native of Conway, Mass., has passed, it 
may be said, a lifetime in this establishment, en- 
tering it when a boy, merging into a journeyman, 
then a partner in the proprietorship, and now sole 
owner of the concern, the whole covering a period 
of fifty -three years. This establishment has always 
been held in such high esteem in this community 
that no competitors have had the temerity to estab- 
lish rival concerns, and so tliis remains the sole 
house of the kind in Northampton. Mr. Childs' 
place of business covers an area of 6.5.x50 feet. The 
place is thoroughly equipped with all the modern 
improved implements used in first-class book-bind- 
ing work, also paper-cutters and ruling machines. 
Six assistants are employed. While the work is of 
a superior nature, the prices are most reasonable. 
Mr. Childs is a gentleman of keen business instincts 
and courteous address, and it is to his unremitting 
attention that the house owes its line reputation. 

C. N. Harlow & Co., Carpenters and Join- 
ers, Shop on Pleasant Street. — The well-known 
firm of C. N. Ilurlow & Co., carpenters and joiners, 
was established in l.'^VS, and from the first they 
may be said to have virtually bounded into public 
favor and prosperity, owing to the uniform satisfac- 
tion rendered to all persons with whom they have 
had business relations, their trade growing rapidly 
from the start, until now it is very extensive and 
influential, having erected many of the finest resi- 
dences, public buildings, and business structures in 
and around the city. The shop is ample and com- 
modious, and completely equipped with all the | 



best ajiplianccs, devices, and appurtenances, a saw 
and planing mill also being operated, and upward 
of twenty skilled workmen are employed. Among^ 
the buildings constructed by this enterprising firm 
are the Town Hall, Conway; the liandsome resi- 
dence of Benjamin S. Lyman, on Elm street, this 
city, costing !ti3."),01 10; the residence of A. S. Woods, 
on the same street, and the dwelling of F. M. 
: Kneeland, on Paradise street; also Captain Par- 
sons' Block, on ]\Iain street, and the residence of 
A. LI. Ajjpleton, at Holyoke. The copartnership 
consists of Messrs. I'. N. and (J. W. Harlow, natives 
of Cummington, Mass., and old residents here. 

Metcalf & Company, Book and Job Print- 
ers, First National Bank 15nilding. — To' tlie well- 
known and popular firm whose name he.ads this 
sketch belongs the distinction of being the oldest 
and foremost exponents of this interesting art in 
Northampton, the concern being in continuous and 
successful existence for upward of half a century, 
and all the time in the same family, the business 
being lianded down from sire to son directly 
through three successive generations. This fiour- 
ishing house was founded in 1835 by John Met- 
calf, who was succeeded by his sons, J. & L. Met- 
calf, they conducting the business up to 1853, when 
it passed into the control of Metcalf & Co., under 
which style it has been continued with uninter- 
rupted prosperity, the present proprietor, John Met- 
calf (the " Co." being nominal) having been a part- 
ner in the enterprise since 1866. He occupies 
spacious and connnodious quarters, comprising a 
(second) floor in the First National Bank building 
50x70 feet in dimensions, supplied with full steam 
power, and thoroughly equipped with the most im- 
])roved machinery, appliances, and a[)purtcnances, 
including four fine job pres.ses, the best type, and 
general outfit, and employment is aflijrded to a staff 
of seven expert hands, only the most superior work 
being turned out. He executes a general line of 
book and job printing, possessing ample facilities 
for filling orders, small or large, in the most excel- 
lent and expeditious manner. 

Fearing- & Everett, Boston Store, Dry 
Goods, etc.. No. 8(> Main Street. — The business of 
this house was inaugurated in 1876 by Messrs. 
Wakefield & Warnock, Messrs. Fearing & Everett 
succeeding to the management in 1882, The store 
occupied, the " Boston Store," as it is named, is 
80x25 feet in size, and is fitted up and furnished in 
a superior manner, possessing every convenience 
for the comfort and accommodation of customers, a 
noticeable feature being the employment of the 
Larason cash-carrier system. The stock carried is 
very large and well-varied, embracing an immense 
assortment of dry goods, notions, carpets, and fancy 
goods of all kinds. The house makes a specialty of 
low prices, and cannot be excelled for cheapness. 
On the second floor of the establishment is the 
cloak room, in which department is displayed a fine 
assortment of stylish cloaks, sacques, and ulsters, 
which are oft'ered at popular prices. Eight hands 
are employed, and every ett'ort is made to satisfy 
the trade in every essential particular, and nothing 
is allowed to leave the establishment which is not 
first-class in every respect. The members of the 
firm, Messrs. A. (i. Fearing and F. O. Everett, are 
both natives of Massachusetts, the former having 
been born at Wareham, and the latter at Sherborn. 



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"Willistott Tyiills. — About a mile «ast from i pecially adapted for the production of fine yarns, 
the centre of the village of Easthamptoti are loca- for threads, for warps, and for fillings. At the 



ted the WiUreton Mills with the plea;sant homes of 
the employees — known in the vicinity as the " new 
city" — Jiigem in the beautiful scenery of the valley 



present time they are doing a good deal on "combed 
hosiery," made from selected long staple cotton. 
They have also a department for the manufacture 




of the Connecticut. This enterprise was started by 
the Hon. Samuel Williston in 18-19, when the first 
mill was built. In 1866 a second mill was built 
and the business was incorporated under the pres- 



of cotton harvest cord, and a department where the 
waste is utilized in making carpet filling, etc. The 
present officers are Henry D. Hyde, of Boston, 
president; F. W. Pitcher, treasurer ; I. H. Kussell, 




ent name. The mills run something over thirty- 
one thousand spindles, with all the accompaniments 
of .% first-class cotton yarn mill, f 'onsiderable new 
machinery with the latest improvements has been 
added in the last two years. These mills are es- 



resident director, and Henry C. Morse and G. 
Henry Whitcomb, directors; A. E. Abbott, p.ny- 
master. The mills are running full. Their list of 
regular customers is constantly increasing, with 
promise of continuous good business. 



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TOWN OF EASTHAMPTON. 



"Valley Machine Company, Munufacturers 
of Steam and I'ower I'umps. — Kastliamptou is 
known as tlie seat of the manufacture of steam and 
power pumps. Tliis great industry is conducted 
upon an extensive scale here by the Valley Ma- 
chine Company, one of the most progressive and 
representative houses iu its line in the country. 
The business was established here in 1S(J9 by Mr. J. 
Mayher, the present proprietor. The works are 
very extensive, comprisinj^ a foundry and machine 
shop of brick, two and three stories hiyh and 100 
xl25 feet in .size, which are equipped with all 
modern tools, machinery, and ai)pliances known to 
the trade. Much of the machinery, which has 
gained an excellent rejiutat ion for this house, was 
desig'ied by the proprietor and is peculiarly adapted 
for the pnrposes to whicli it is applied. The com- 
pany manufactures single, duplex, and compound 
steam pumps, including the bucket-plunger steam 
pump, the Acme steam pump, the steam valve mo- 
tion to which is considered to be the most simple 
and effective ever produced, the complications and 
verynice adjustments usually found indirect acting 
steam-pumps being almost entirely avoided; also 
the Valley steam-pump, for feeding boilers or forc- 
ing water against heavy pressure, and arranged for 
either hot or cold water; also several sizes of fire- 
pumjjs, which can be run at a liigh rate of speed, 
the greatest care having been exercised in their 
manufacture; also double-acting power pumps, 
having steel piston rods and composition water 
valves and valve shells. The pumps manufactured 
by this company took the first preminm at the 
American Jn.stitute Fair in Kew York, in 1870 and 
1871 ; also at Massachusetts Charitable Mechanics' 
Association Fair in Koston, in 1874, and at the 
Centennial in Philadelphia, 1876, besides at nu- 
merous State and county fairs throughout tlie 
ITnitcd States. They are absolutely unrivaled for 
design, quality, durability, and general efficiency, 
and are the embodiments of mechanical workman- 
ship of the highest order of perfection. It is appa- 
rent to all who examine them that the greatest care 
and the scientific researches of years have been ex- 
ercised to bring these steam pumps to their present 
point of perfection, as they are thoroughly ada|)ted 
for all kinds of service, and numerous testimonials 
bear evidence, from eminent firms and corporations, 
to their high character and efliciency, the unani- 
mous verdict being that they stand without a peer 
wherever they are used. Forty to fifty skilled 
hands are employed in the various departments of 
tlie business, and the output goes to all parts of the 
United States, while a heavy export trade is car- 
ried on through the New York house. Mr. May- 
her is a native of Albany, N. Y., of high reputa- 
tion and standing as a manufacturer and business 
man, and is justly deserving of the great success 
which he has attained. 

Kastlianipton Rubber Thread Com- 
pany, Manufacturers of Rubber Thread, Payson 
Street, Easthampton, Mass., C. Meyer, President; 
E. Thomas Sawyer, Treasurer. — American manu- 
facturers are unrivaled by those of any other 
country in the production of rubber goods, and 
their scries of inventions in dealing with this u.se- 
ful substance are among the most valuable in the 
present century. A prominent and progressive 
bouse in Massachusetts engaged in the manufacture 
of rubber thread is the representative Easthampton 



Rubber Thread Company. This company was 
originally incorporated in 1S64, with a paid-up 
capital of $200,000, since which jieriod it has ob- 
tained a permanent and inlluential pationage in all 
sections of the country. The officers of the com- 
pany are IMessrs. C. Meyer, president, and E. 
Thomas Sawyer, treasurer, both of whom are thor- 
oughly practical men, fully conversant with every 
detail of the rubber manufacture. The works are 
spacious and are fully supplied with the latest 
improved apparatus and machinery, -nhich are 
driven by a superior one-hundred-and-lil'ty-horse 
power steam engine. Seventy experienced ojiera- 
tives are employed, and the outi>ut of the works 
amounts to ujiward of one ton daily. The facilities 
of the Easthampton Rubber Thread Com];any 
have expanded greatly since its inception, and are 
now such as can only ajjply to those firms thor- 
oughly understanding the business, which are en- 
terprising enough to take advantage of every appli- 
ance and all the latest inventions, whereby all 
orders may be jiromptly filled and with perfect 
satisfaction to the trade. 

Williston & Knight Company, Manu- 
facturers of Covered Buttons, etc.. Factory, Union 
Street, Easthampton, Mass., H. (i. Knight, Presi- 
dent and Treasurer; H. L. Clark, Secretary. — 
Thirty years ago this great industry had scarcely 
begun to exist in the Ignited States. Previous to 
this period nearly all the buttons sold in the Ameri- 
can market were imported from Europe, but now 
buttons of all descriptions are produced here supe- 
rior to the famous productions of foreign makers. 
A prominent and reliable house engaged in the 
production of covered buttons in Fjasthampton is 
that of the Williston & Knight Company, whose 
factory is located on I'nion street. This business 
was incorporated in 1800, with a cash capital of 
?il50,000. The factory is a spacious four-story 
brick building with basement 34xl.".5feet in dimeti- 
sions, fully supjilied with all modern appliances 
and machinery, which are operated by a superior 
fifty-horse power steam engine and water power. 
Two hundred to two hiuidred and fifty operatives 
are employed, and the daily out])ut of the factory 
is three thousand gross of covered buttons suitable 
for ladies' and gentlemen's garments. These but- 
tons are general favorites wherever introduced, and 
are absolutely unsurpassed for quality, finish, style, 
and excellence. The officers of the company are 
Messrs. H. Ci. Knight, president and treasurer, and 
H. L. Clark, secretary, both of whom are thor- 
ouglily practical men, fidly conversant with the 
designing and ornamentation of the finer class of 
buttons. The business of this representative house 
extends all over the United States aiv:l Canada, and 
is rapidly increasing, owing to the superiority of its 
beautiful and stylish buttons. Roth Messrs. Knight 
and Clark, the officers, are highly esteemed in mer- 
cantile life for their business ability and integrity. 
We can assure those who require first-class buttons 
that at this establishment they will be satisfied in 
every particular, both in workmanship and good 
taste, as well as with the low prices, which cannot 
but result in permanent and satisfactory relations. 
The warerooms of the Williston & Knight Com- 
pany in New Y'ork are situated at Nos. 10 and 12 
Greene street, in charge of Messrs. William H. 
Chapman and Frank P. Tenney, who are both 
directors in the company. 



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Florence Mamifactiiring' Company, 

Brushes, Mirrors, Toilet iSets, etc. — The represen- 
tative establishment of Kew 
England in the manufacture 
of brushes, mirrors, toilet sets, 
^^■^m " '^'''•' I'oth in the matter of 
^^jp» quality and quantity, as rc- 

I J' j^ ffards the perfectly finished 

■^ -/llflk kinds of the same, is that of 

/iflXNrlj ' '''^ Florence Manufacturing 

■ffjIJril^I' Company, of Florence, who 

lllllV^ J i manufacturesomeof the finest 

lUaI W goods in their line put on the 

'^ jA\m 3^^ market. The business was 
^^^ffjll^ ^S originated in 1857 under the 
llrN'' ' '' firm stvleofLittlefield, Parson 

W^ ^ \ & Co., and in 1S65 the Flor- 

/^ .rf'Tk^a enoe Manufacturing Company 

was incorporated with a capi- 
tal of $100,000 for the purpose 
of enlarging and controlling 
it. The president is Mr. D. CJ. 
Littletieid, who is a native of 
Khode Island ; the treasurer, 
Mr. Frank N. Look, was born 
in Leominster, and the super- 
intendent, Mr. A. C. Ester- 
brook, was born at Hoosac 
Falls, N. Y. The plant com- 
prises two buildings, one of 
which is three stories high 
and 120x40 feet in dimen- 
sions, and the other two stories 
high and 40x100 feet in mea- 
surement. The mechanical 
eciuipments are of the latest 
improved character and the 
best that skill can devise and 
capital secure. The machin- 
ery is operated by botli water 
and steam power. Ninety-five skilled operatives 
are employed in the fiictories and sixty others 



outside. The company manufacture tooth, cloth, 
and hair brushes of every description, both plain 
and fancy, mirrors of all kinds, toilet sets in great 
variety, and also Scott's well-known electric lirushes. 
The business relations of the concern are of a very 
extensive character, and their products are shipped 
to every section of the United States and exjiorted 
to Canada, Australia, etc. These goods are acknowl- 
edged to be of unparalleled excellence of quality 
and finish, and wherever introduced meet with a 
ready sale. Tlie company have an ofhce and well- 
appointed salesroom at Nos. 23 and 25 Greene street, 
New York, and in Chicago at 1S5 and 1S7 Dearborn 
street. Having excellent facilities for tlie prompt 
fulfillment of orders, the company are in a position 
to ofi'er inducements to the trade second to none of 
their contemporaries, while liberality and fair deal- 
ing will be found to characterize all tran.sactions. 
A very practical novelty has been recently added 
to the already large line of useful articles manufac- 
tured by this enterprising concern, which consists 
of a dental plate brush for the eflectual and rapid 
cleansing of sets of fiilse teeth, a desideratum long 
required and sought for but never before realized. 
By means of the tuft of extra stifTunbleaclied bris- 
tles (see illustrated cut) any artificial denture can 
be perfectly cleansed. The clearing space allows 
the free use of the brush around the plate and teeth, 
entirely removing the old trouble of breaking down 
of bristles, permitting, as well, the simultaneous 
cleansing of the two sides of the plate and teeth. 
The dental profession cordially indorse this useful 
invention. 

B. M. Couch, Builder of Paper Machinery, 
Basket Machinery, Wood and Iron Workers' Ma- 
chinery, etc. — The house of Mr. B. M. Couch has a 
national reputation as a builder of paper machin- 
ery, basket machinery, wood and iron workers' 
machinery, including rag engines, rag dusters, rag 
cutters, pumps, calenders, trimming presses, stamps, 
tape shuttles, etc., making a specialty of water 
wheels, shafting and gearing to order, and acting 
as agent for the Victor turbine and the Eclipse 
double turbine water wheels, also maker of 
Couch's Motor for church organs and light 
machinery. This house was founded in 1869 
by Mr. Couch, a thoroughly qualified mechanic, 
and fully conversant with every detail of the busi- 
ness and the requirements of the trade. The prem- 
ises occupied as a manufacturing ]ilant comprise a 
two-story machine shop, built of brick, a brick 
foundry, and other buildings, the whole covering an 
area of 50x120 feet and thoroughly equipped with 
every convenience and appliance for the business, 
operated by a thirty-five-hor.se power engine, and 
affording constant employment to forty skilled 
hands. The Victor turbine has been thorouglily 
tested by James Emerson in his testing flume at 
Holyoke, Mass., and its remarkable results have 
commanded the attention of all who desire to obtain 
at the least cost the largest amount of power from a 
limited quantity of water. The Eclipse double 
turbine, sold by Mr. Couch, is a simple, durable, and 
cheap wheel, and is extensively used throughout 
the country. The specifil machinery made by 
Mr. Couch is considered the most perfect in the 
market, and a large and permanent denuind has 
been created for it which comes from all parts 
of the Ihiited States and Canada. Prices are 
placed at a figure that is universally satisfactory. 



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TOiVN OF NORTHAMPTON. 



Northampton National Bank, No. 99 

MainStreet. — The Nortliampton National Bank was 
originally incorporated under the laws of Massachu- 
setts as the "Northampton Bank," April 13th, 1S33, 
with a capital of $100,000, which was increased 
four years subsequently to $200,000, and as such it 
was conducted up to 1865, when it was reorganized 
under the national banking act as at present; its 
excellent condition now, with a capital stock of 
$400,000 and the handsome exhibit of $250,000 
surplus and ^19,000 undivided profits, placing it at 
once among the leading financial institutions in 
this section of the State. The bank, which is the 
oldest in the city, has always occupied the present 
site, although the building was remodeled and its 
handsome brownstone front put on in 18G6, and its 
first president was Eliphalet Williams, and its first 
cashier J. D. Whitney. Another notable incident 
connected with the bank was the memorable 
" Northampton Bank robbery," January 20th, 1870, 
by which bonds, certificates, and other securities 
and moneys amounting to upward of ii500,000 were 
stolen, but of wliich the greater part was subse- 
quently recovered, this being one of the most ex- 
tensive bank burglaries in the history of the 
country. The building is a substantial 25xG0 feet 
three-story brownstone front structure, with spacious 
and fine "offices and excellent equipments, and the 
First National Bank, of New York, and the Boston 
Globe National are the correspondents in these 
cities, banking hours being from nine A. M. to three 
p. M. The officers are Oscar Edwards, president 
(who has filled the position with eminent satisfac- 
tion for over twelve years') ; J. L. Warriner, vice- 
president, and John Whittlesey, cashier. The 
board of directors is composed of Messrs. Oscar 
Edwards, L. B. Williams, George W. Hubbard, H. 
R. Hinckley, J. L. Warriner, William Skinner, 
John L. Otis, Frank N. Look, and Charles N. 
Clark, all gentlemen of sterling integrity and among 
the leading bvisiness men and most prominent citi- 
zens of Northampton. 

Glendale Elastic Fabrics Company, 

Manufacturers of Elastic Goring, Cords, Braids, Sus- 
pender and Narrow Webs, Easthampton. — For the 
best part of fifty years New England has led the trade 
of the United States in connection with the manu- 
facture of every description of textile fabrics, and 
during that period the business in all its branches 
has assumed proportions that can only be described 
as colossal. An interesting and important branch 
of this industry is that carried on in Easthampton 
by the Glendale Elastic Fabrics Company, who are 
widely and prominently known as manufacturers of 
elastic goring, cords, braids, suspender and narrow 
webs, and all textile rubber fabrics used for garters, 
suspenders, shoes, braids, etc., of all widths. This 
company was incorporated in 1863, present capi- 
tal, $200,000, and is officered as follows: S. T. 
Seelye, president; Jos. AV. Green, Jr., treasurer and 
manager. The premises occupied for manufactur- 
ing purposes are spacious and convenient, Mill No. 
1 being a four-storv brick, 100x50 feet in dimen- 
sions; Mill No. 2, "110x50, five stories; Mill No. 
3, 110x50, four stories; warehouse building, 80x 
40, three stories; rubber thread building, 80x 
40, two stories, thoroughly equipped with modern 
machinery and mechanical appliances operated by 
steam, with water-power auxiliary, and employ- 
ment being furnished to three hundred and fifty 



hands. The goods manufactured by this company 
are widely celebrated for their firmness of texture, 
substantial durability, and general excellence, and 
are sold throughout the entire United States, llie 
demand steadily increasing with each succeeding 
year and driving the factory to its utmost capacity. 
It is unnecessary for us to state what reputation the 
company has acquired for enterprise, ability, and 
commercial honor; it is too high and widely dis- 
seminated to need any comment from us. We 
would, however, coun.sel the trade to investigate the 
advantages and inducements offered by the Glen- 
dale Company before closing contracts elsewhere. 
The president. Dr. Seelye, is a native of Connecti- 
cut; Mr. (jreen, the treasurer, was born in Marble- 
liead, Mass., and his business training has been first 
in Boston, then in manufacturing at Easthampton. 
Both are gentlemen of large experience in financial 
and mercantile life, and eminently popular with the 
business public. 

Nashawannuck Manufacturing Com- 
Jian.v, Manufacturers of Suspenders, Elastic Frills, 
and Webs. — In the progress of this review of the 
variousindustriesof the thriving town of Easthamp- 
ton, special attention is directed to the extensive 
manufactory of the Nashawannuck Manufacturing 
Company, who are known the country over as large 
manufacturers of suspenders, elastic frills, and 
webs. This company was incorporated in 1850, 
has a capital of $300,000, and is officered as follows, 
viz. : President, C. Meyers; treasurer, G. H. New- 
man; agent, G. II. Leonard. The manufacturing 
plant is one of the most extensive in this section of 
the State, and comprises a four-story brick building 
as the main factory 310x34 feet, with a finishing 
mill of brick three stories high, 120x50 feet in size, 
possessing the capacity of producing one hundred 
thousand yards per year, operating two hundred 
looms, and giving employment to five hundred 
hands. There are six buildings altogether on 
the premises, and all are equipped with every me- 
chanical appliance and facility for the production 
of these goods upon the largest scale. Having 
special facilities for production in every department 
of the business, besides confining themselves to the 
manufacture of a superior order of goods, this com- 
pany is in aposition togive to the trade exceptional 
advantages, to which fact the development of the 
business to its present immense proportions is 
largely due. The trade extends throughout all the 
United States and Canadas. The offices of the 
comi)any in New York are at Nos. 74 and 76 Worth 
street. The management of the affairs of the com- 
pany is placed in experienced and eminently trust- 
worthy hands, all of the officers being gentlemen of 
ability and worth and of high commercial standing. 

Hill Brothers, Manufacturers of Buttons 
and Tassel Molds, Williamsburgh, Mass. — Twenty 
odd years of continuous and prosperous ex- 
istence is the record that marks the history 
of the well-known firm of Hill Brothers, manu- 
facturers of suspender buttons and tassel molds, 
this town, whose capacious and ably conduc- 
ted factory is located on Main street, and whose 
products maintain a uniformly high standard of 
excellence, and as a consequence are in steady and 
extensive demand all over the country. This 
flourishing enterprise was originally started in 1861 
by II. G. Hill, who conducted it alone up to 1879, 



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when he associated with him his two brothers, J. 
W. and H. W. Hill, thus constituting the popular 
and prosperous firm whose name heads this sketch, 
and who have since continued the business with un- 
interrupted success. The works comprise a three- 
story frame structure 50x('i0 feet in superficial di- 
mensions, supplied with steam and water power, 
and thoroughly equipped with the most improved 
machinery and appliances, including machines spe- 
cially devised and constructed for this branch of 
industry, and employment is afforded to upward of 
fifteen expert operatives. Messrs. Hill, who are 
all natives of Williamsburgh, are men of energy 
and enterprise, and practically conversant with 
every pha-se and feature of their business. 

Mansiou House, Northampton, Mass., Rod- 
ney Brown, Proprietor. — We here refer to the 
popular hostelry of Northampton, now and for a 
few years past known as the Mansion House, which 
history follows back to the earliest Revolutionary 
times (1777). In the year above mentioned it was 
conducted as a tavern by Asahel Pomery, who was 
proprietor thereof until 1807, since which time it 
has liad several changes of name, been burned and 
rebuilt at least three times, and finally the present 
commodious and sightly establishment was erected 
in 1870 by Messrs. John T. and George C. Fitch, of 
Hatfield. During the long life of this house it has 
changed hands nearly a score of times, yet it would 
be hard to find a more enterprising or satisfactory 
host among the entire number than the present 
proprietor, Mr. Rodney Brown, formerly of Boston, 
and for many years as.sociated with the running of 
hotels. Since his accession to the management 
many desirable improvements and innovations have 
Ijeen inaugurated, and it is now known far and wide 
by commercial men and the traveling public gen- 
erally as the most comfortable and homelike hotel 
in the county. The Mansion is most centrally lo- 
cated and near the Post-Office, City Hall, etc. ; is a 
four-story brick structure 100x100 feet in dimen- 
sions, contains over one hundred sleeping-rooms, 
witli reception-rooms, parlors, reading and writing 
rooms on the office floor, all neatly furnished and 



provided with water, gas, and modern improve- 
ments. . The table is a feature of the house, the 
cuisine being presided over by a chef wlio has 
given years of study to his art. About twenty hands 
are employed in the several departments. A free 
carriage is provided for guests to and from all 
trains, and the terms, two dollars and two dollars 
and fifty cents, are remarkably low for the accom- 
modation afforded. A fine, large billiard and wine 
room is connected with the house, and visitors to 
this city, especially commercial men, will find it to 
their comfort and advantage to put up at the Man- 
sion. Among other conveniences this hotel con- 
tains a number of especially large, lighted rooms 
for the display of and sale from samples. 

H. li. Jaiues, Woolen Manufacturer, Wil- 
liamsburgh, Mass. — In the manufacture of fancy 
cassimeres and other woolen specialties, atten- 
tion is directed to the reliable and progressive 
house of Mr. H. L. James. This business 
was established by the present proprietor in 
1853. The premises occupied are very commodi- 
ous, and are fully supplied with all modern appli- 
ances and machinery known to the trade, and 
requisite for the successful conduct of the business. 
Eighty experienced operatives are employed, and 
the machinery is driven by a superior sixty horse- 
power steam engine, in connection with water- 
power from Mill river. Mr. James is thoroughly 
conversant with every detail of the manufacture of 
Union fancy cassimeres, and has been quick to see 
and utilize the latest improved machinery. Up- 
ward of two hundred thousand yards of these un- 
surpassed cassimeres are annually produced, and 
the trade of the house extends all over the United 
States. It may be justly stated that these goods are 
unrivaled for quality, uniformity, finish, reliability, 
and general excellence, and have no superiors in 
this or any other market. The New York selling 
agents of this popular house are Martin, Buflum & 
Co., dry goods commission merchants. No. 46 White 
street. New York. Mr. James has long been favor- 
ably known in the trade, and the signal success 
achieved is a just tribute to his enterprise. 




BELDINO BROS. & CO., STLK MAITUFACTtJEERS, NORTHAMPTON, MASS. 

See page 300. 



TOWN OF WARE. 



One of the brightest and pleasantest towns in all Hampshire county, whether regarded from a 
commercial or social standpoint, Ware can hold its own with the best of them. According to some 
rather musty records, time was when the ground upon which it is built was held of very small value. 
Standing on this lively and highly improved spot, bristling with evidences of profitable industry, wealth, 
and intelligence, it is somewhat ludicrous to reflect tliat almost the whole site of tliis town was once 
sold for " two coppers per acre." Yet such is the alleged fact. 

For many years after all the country hereabout was well settled the territory now embraced in this 
town remained unoccupied, "the soil being so hard and rough that it was considered unfit for cultiva- 
tion." The western jiart of the present town was called " equivalent land," and in the year 1713 was 
granted by the General Court of Massachusetts to a company of the Connecticut militia in recognition 
of their services in driving out the Indians. John Keed, of Boston, soon after bought it of this com- 
pany for "two coppers per acre." 

Ware was originally formed from parts of Brookfield and Palmer, and previous to its incorporation 
in the fall of 1761 was known as Ware Kivcr Parish. The first church was organized in 17-57, with 
Grindall Lawson as its minister. Its name is derived from the many salmon weirs that were early con- 
structed in its streams. 

This town is pleasant and fortunate in situation, Ware river and its tributaries furnishing abundant 
strong water-power, whicli is not allowed to run to waste. In fact, it is to this that the town owes its 
existence. At this point the river has a fall of seventy feet in a course of as many rods. The country 
about the town rises into highlands, the scenery has many features of real beauty, and the soil has 
become kindlier than its ancient wont under the persuasive methods of modern agriculture. 

Ware is located twenty-seven miles ea,st from the city of Springfield, on the New London, Northern 
and Ware River railroad, a branch of the Boston and Albany. It is one of the most interesting and 
prosperous of the group of thriving towns of which it is a member, nor any whit behind them in the 
number and character of its public improvements and private enterprises. Its people are thoroughly 
alive to the great advantages they possess, are proud of their town, and leave nothing undone that will 
in anywise help to keep it attractive, prosperous, and healthy. 

Schools and churches of the best character abotwid, a High School heading the former, a public 
library of almost four thousand volumes is free to young and old, two newsy weekly papers record local 
happenings and events, and no improvement essential to the well-being, comfort, and happiness of an 
intelligent New England community is here wanting. 
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311 



The financial demands of the business men of the town are accommodated by the Ware National 
Bank, whose capital of ?300,000 is augmented by a surplus of $60,000, while the Ware Savings Bank 
offers every legitimate inducement to the frugally disposed, of whom there are many. 




TOWN HALL. 



There is no town in the county the money value of whose manufactures exceeds that of Ware. The 
nature and extent of these, as well as the condition of its general trade, may be gauged by the data 
contained in the following sketches of the individual enterprises in which the people of Ware are 
engaged. 



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TOWN Of IVAHS. 



The Otis Conil>any, Manufacturers of Otis 
Checks, Denims, Fine Underwear, Hosiery, etc.; 
Edwin H. Baker, Resident Agent ; (jeorge E. 
Tucker, Superintendent. — A review of tlie indus- 
trial resources of tlie prosperous town of Ware, 
Mass., discloses an exceptional degree of enterpris- 
ing activity in all departments of trade. In no 
branch of manufacture, however, is tiiere a greater 
amount of energy and ability manifested than in 
that so ably represented by the old-established and 
widely known company which forms the subject of 
the present sketch. Tlie business at present con- 
ducted by the representative Otis Company was 
duly incorporated in 1840, with a paid-up capital 
of $5011,000, increased to 5^800,000 in 1872. Mr. 
George F. Pabyan is treasurer, Mr. Edwin H. 
Baker the resident agent. The ( )tis Company 
manufacture largely Otis checks and denims, fine 
underwear, and hosiery, which are unsurpassed for 
finish, quality, reliability, and general excellence 
by those of any other ftrst-class manufacturers in 
this country or Europe. For many years we were 
compelled to look to Great Britain for a supply of 
these necessary goods, but now, through the energy, 
skill, and enterprise of manufacturers like the Otis 
Company, checks, underwear, etc., are produced 
here equal, if not superior, to the finest productions 
of foreign manufacturers. The premises occupied 
comprise eighteen buildings, which are admirably 
equipped with all the latest improved appliances 
and machinery, including six hundred and sixty- 
two looms and thirty-two thousand seven hundred 
and fifty-two spindles. The maihinery is driven 
by several splendid turbine wheels of six hundred 
and tifty-horse power, while one thousand four 
hundred experienced operatives are employed. 
Two mills are constantly at work manufacturing 
checks, denims, etc., and another factory is devoted 
solely to the production of underwear and hosiery. 
The trade of the Otis Company extends from Can- 
ada to Texas and from Maine to California. The 
growth and prosperity of this progressive company 
are only commensurate with the energy and ability 
of its managers, who are sedulously engaged in 
maintaining the character and quality of their 
manufactures, and thereby meeting the most exact- 
ing demands of jobbers and first-class retailers in 
all sections of the country. The selling agents of 
the Otis Company are Bliss, Fabyan & Co., Boston, 
New York, and Philadelphia. The prosperity of 
the Otis Company presents a forcible illustration of 
the material benefits arising from a Federal policy 
aflbrding protection to American in<lustries, result- 1 
ing in the development of the nation's wonderful 
resources, and in the creation of such great compa- 
nies as this one, thereby rendering America for- 
ever independent of foreign manufacturers in all 
the chief staple lines of production, and benefiting 
our population in every possible way. 

C. H. Trench, Dealer in Dry Goods, Carpets, 
Boots and Shoes, Crockery, and Groceries, Main 
Street, — Mr. C. H. Trench embarked on his own 
account in 1880, and has from the start steadily 
pushed his way to public favor and prosperity, oc- 
cupying now a leading position in this branch of 
trade. The store is 'ITin&Q feet in dimensions, is 
neatly fitted up and arranged, and a heavy and 
finely assorted stock is carried to meet the steady 
and growing demand, comprising a general line of 
dry and fancy goods, small wares, novelties, hosiery. 



trimmings and kindred articles, carpets, boots and 
shoes, and a complete assortment of crockery, glass- 
ware, and fine family groceries, including teas, 
coffees, and spices, cereal products, canned goods, 
delicacies, condiments, and household articles — in 
short, everything that is to be found in a well- 
e(]uipped general store, the business requiring the 
assistance of six efficient and capable clerks. Mr. 
Trench is a native of Connecticut. 

Charles A. Stevens & Co., Woolen Man- 
ufacturers. — The imported English woolen goods 
and flannels nre rapidly disappearing from our 
markets, which fact is a credit and honor to Amer- 
ican industry. In this line special attention is di- 
rected to the reliable and progressive firm of 
Messrs. Charles A. Stevens & Co. This business 
was originally established in 1841 by Messrs. Gil- 
bert & Stevens, and was conducted by them till 
1851, and carried on by Mr. Stevens till 1870, when 
the present firm was organized and succeeded to 
the management. The individual members of this 
copartnership are Messrs. Charles A. and Charles 
E. Stevens, both of whom are thoroughly practical 
woolen manufacturers, being fully conversant with 
every detail of the business and the requirements 
of the trade. The premises occupied comprise 
eight spacious buildings, which are admirably 
equipped with all the latest machinery and appli- 
ances. There are in the mills thirty-six cards, six 
thousand one hundred spindles, and ninety looms 
of the most improved construction, while one 
hundred and seventy -five experienced operatives 
are employed in the various departments. The ma- 
chinery is driven by two powerful turbine wheels, 
and a superior eighty-horse power steam engine. 
The annual pay-roll amounts to $120,000, and the 
yearly consumption to four hundred and fifty thou- 
sand pounds. Messrs. Charles A. Stevens & Co. 
manufacture extensively white and colored flannels, 
ladies' dry goods, all widths, opera flannels, etc. 
These flannels are unsurpassed for quality, finish, 
reliability, and general excellence by those of any 
other contemporary first-class house in the trade 
in this country or Europe. Messrs. Charles A. 
Stevens & Co. have given to Ware an establishment 
which, as a factor in its manufacturing wealth, is 
one of the most important, and while enriching the 
city have made for themselves a reputation co-ex- 
tensive with their various woolen productions. 
Rusken, Wilder & Co., Boston and New York, are 
the selling agents. 

Andrew Bryson, Dry Goods, No. 68 Main 
Street. — The reliable and well-ordered emporium 
of Andrew Bryson, dealer in dry goods, etc., vas 
established in 1881, and by the superiority of the 
goods handled and the sound judgment and strict 
integrity that from the start have characterized its 
management the trade has increased steadily annu- 
ally, until now it is very extensive and grows apace. 
The premises occupied comprise a 25x70 feet store 
and basement, an excellent display being made, 
and a large and well-selected stock is carried, in- 
cluding a full and fine line of general dry goods, 
underwear, hosiery, gloves, and furnishing goods, 
cloaks, fancy wares, and dress trimmings, laces, 
embroideries, novelties, etc., a staff of ten capable 
and attentive assistants being employed. Mr. Bry- 
son is a native of Scotland, and has resided in the 
United States many years. 



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Delevail Hoiise, John J. Shay, Proprietor. 
— This famous hostelry was first opened over half 
a century ago, or, to be more exact, in 1835. It 
■was called the Nenaniasec House, afterward the 
Ware Hotel. In 1872 Mr. Thomas Kendrick 
became the proprietor of the place, and gave to it 
the name of the Delevan House. Mr. 8hay suc- 
ceeded Mr. Kendrick in the management in 1883. 
The premises consist of a two-story building 75.x50 
feet in dimensions, equipped throughout in first- 
■chiss style, and having thirty rooms. But these 
premises have become too small for the demands 
which are made upon the resources of the house, 
and so a new building is now in course of erection 
which will be ready for occupancy by April, 1887. 
The new Delevan House will be a palatial struc- 
ture. The plans call for a three-story brick build- 
ing with granite trimmings, and having dimensions 
■of 100x100 feet. The space on the ground floor 
will be taken up for three fine stores, to be rented 
to responsible parties, and hotel office and ladies' 
entrance in the centre, and the entire two upper 
stories will be occupied by Mr. Shay. On the 
second floor will be located the ladies' parlor, the 
gentlemen's reading and writing room, the billiard- 
room, the bar-room, and the dining-room, which 
will have ample space for seating one hundred 
persons at one time. There will be forty sleeping- 
apartments, which will be heated by steam, lighted 
by gas, and supplied with electric call bells, and 
the hon<e will hie furnished throughout in elegant 
style, and be supplied with all modern conve- 
niences. The rates will remain at the same figure, 
two dollars per day. A large livery and boarding 
stable is attached to the Delevan, and has accom- 
modations for receiving and taking care of sixty- 
two horses. Mr. Shay, the enterprising proprietor 
of this house, was born in New Jersey. 

F. P, Clark & Co., Dealers in Furniture, 
Pianos, Organs, Sewing-Machines,etc. — .Attention is 
directed to the admirably conducted and well-known 
emporium of F. P. Clark & Co., whose capacious 
and well-ordered warerooms are one of the chief 
centres of interest in Ware, and where can always 
be found an exceedingly fine assortment of useful 
and ornamental household articles, including beau- 
tiful furniture of all kinds, plain and artistic, 
pianos and organs of popular makers, and sewing- 
machines of the best-known manufacturers, also an 
elegant line of plated ware, table and pocket cut- 
lery, children's carriages, toys, novelties, and a 
variety of fancy wares of every description. This 
nourishing business was started in 1879, and from 
the first this pushing and popular firm may be said 
to have virtuivUy bounded into public favor and 
patronage. The premises occupied are commodious 
and tastefully arranged, the store on first floor, 
used for general merchandise, being 2.5x100 feet in 
dimensions, the second floor, .^OxfiO feet, being used 
for the display of parlor furniture and upholstery, i 
etc., and the third floor is tlie dining-room aiid 
chamber suit department, and a large and .splendid 
stock altogether is carried to meet the requirements 
of the trade. Tlie firm are agents for the reliable 
and well-known C. D. Pease pianos, the Sterling, 1 
the Loring & P.lake organs, and the AV'hite .sewing- 
macliines, and sell on the most liberal terms either i 
for cash or on instalhr.ents. The copartnership 
consists of Messrs. F. P. Clark and H. M. Plati, 
Ixith natives of Pittsfield, Mass. I 



G. K. Cutler, Bookseller and Stationer, and 
Dealer in Paperhangings, Musical Instruments, 
Sheet Music, etc., Main Street. — The old and well- 
known establishment of (t. K. Cutler is one of the 
landmarks of the town, and since the house was 
founded in 1849 has ever maintained a record of 
uninterrupted success. The premises occupied are 
spacious and commodious and arranged with excel- 
lent taste, a neat display being made and a large 
and superior stock is carried, including, besides a 
full and fine line of commercial and school sta- 
tionery, books of all kinds, school and text-books, 
novels, works of fiction, pictorials, magazines, and 
periodicals, also an elegant assortment of paper- 
hangings and decorations, fancy articles, art nov- 
elties, cards, musical instruments, sheet music, and 
general musical merchandise, Mr. Cutler repre- 
senting the popular Smith American Organ Com- 
pany, of Boston, whose pianos and organs maintain 
a uniformly high standard of excellence. Pianos, 
organs, and musical instrimients of any make or 
variety desired can be had also. Mr. Cutler is agen- 
tleman in the prime of life, active and energetic, 
and is a native of Greenwich, Mass. 

Coe & Naylor, Dry Goods, Groceries, China, 
and Crockery Ware, Main Street. — This house was 
established in 1884, and, although not so old as some 
other houses, it has achieved a very enviable repu- 
tation, not only for the fine quality of goods, but 
the excellent manner in which the business is con- 
ducted. The store is quite large and fitted up in a 
very handsome manner. The stock consists of a 
complete and carefully selected line of dry goods, 
such as cloths, cassimeres, linens, muslins, prints, 
etc., also notions of every description and fancy 
goods of all kinds. They also keep a Jfine line of 
staple and fancy groceries, pure and fresh teas, 
coffee, andspices, canned goods, foreign and domestic 
fruits, flour, and other cereal foods, bakers' and 
laundry supplies, provisions, sugars, .syrups, and 
molasses, butter, cheese, eggs, and other farm and 
dairy products, etc., etc. The china, glass, and 
crockery department is filled with a stock that 
cannot fail to please customers. Their trade is ex- 
tensive and rapidly increasing, and all goods are 
sold at the very lowest prices. The individual 
members of the firm are S. W. Coe, a native of 
Ohio, and Thomas Naylor, Jr., who was born in 
Massachusetts. 

D. W. Miner, M.D., Drugs and Medicines, 
Main Street. — For nearly half a century D. W. 
Miner, M. I)., has been one of the most prominent 
residents of Ware, and has a long-established repu- 
tation as askil Iful physician and accomplished phar- 
macist. Dr. Miner is a native of Peru, M;iss., and 
is a graduate of the Berkshire Medical College. In 
1841 he established himself in business in this town, 
and has ever since enjoyed a large and influential 
patronage. His store and office in size is 50x20 
feet, giving room for the carrying on of a large 
trade. Dr. iliner is well versed in materia medica, 
and his large stock of drugs and chemicals is always 
fresh and of the first order of excellence. In com- 
pounding prescriptions, very minute and careful 
attention is given by Dr. Miner and his two com- 
petent assistants, and every precaution is taken to in- 
sure accuracy. A first-class stock of toilet and fancy 
articles is always carried on hand, likewise surgical 
instruments and a full line of druggists' sundries. 



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TOWN OF WARE. 



The Ware " Standard," Charles W. Eddy, 
Local Editor, Job and Fine-Art Printer, Main 
Street. — -The well-known and popular job and fine- 
art printing house of Mr. Charles W. Kddy, local 
editor of the Ware Standard, was established by 
him in 1870. The premises occupied are supplied 
with a steam engine and jobbing presses of the most 
approved kind. All of tlie most artistic designs in 
types are at hand, and job work of every description 
is executed in the highest style of the art, including 
the photo-mechanical process. Having published 
in the past two years fourteen volumes illustrating 
different towns, this process gives all the details 
and beauty of liglit and shade seen in the photo- 
graph, but printed with ink makes it as prominent 
as the letter-press. Being a practical printer of 
many years' experience, he gives personal supervi- 
sion to all work, and allows none to leave his estab- 
lishment that does not come up to the highest 
standard of excellence. His trade is very large and 
extends throughout the town and a radius of many 
miles of the surrounding country. Mr. Eddy was 
born in West Brookfield, M;iss., and has resided 
here for a quarter of a century. 

P. H. Sagendorpli, Watches, Clocks, and 
Jewelry, No. 56 Main Street. — A prominent house 
engaged in the jewelry business in Ware is that of 
Mr. P. H, Sagendorph, which was established by 
the present proprietor in 1862. The premises occu- 
pied are commodious and handsomely fitted up for 
the display of the large and finely selected stock, 
which consists of fine gold and silver watches from 
the most famous manufacturers in Europe or 
America, plain and fancy rings, diamonds, rubies, 
and other precious stones, set in the very latest 
unique and fasliionable designs, watch chains 
and charms, shirt studs, collar, cufT, and 
sleeve buttons, gold pens and pencils, necklaces, 
sets for ladies, also a large a,ssortment of for- 
eign and domestic clocks, solid silver and plated 
ware of every description and pattern. A specialty 
is made of repairing fine watches and jewelry, and 
as Mr. Sagendorph is a practical and experienced 
man, he employs none but the most skillful and com- 
petent workmen for this department. All goods are 
warranted to be as represented, and are sold at the 
very lowest possible prices. Mr. S. was born in New 
York State, but has resided here for many years. 

Martin L. Liane, Successor to T. F. Guy, 
Dealer in CTroceries, Flour, Crockery, (xlass Ware, 
etc. — The prominent and popular house of Mr. 
Martin L. Lane was originally established by Mr. 
T. F. Guy in 1883, who was succeeded by the pres- 
ent proprietor in 1886, and has attained a very 
high reputation for the honorable manner in which 
the business is conducted. The store is handsomely 
fitted up, and supplied with every appliance neces- 
sary for the business. The stock is large and com- 
prises a finely selected assortment of fancy and 
staple groceries, embracing pure and fresh teas, 
cofiees, spices, canned goods, foreign and domestic 
fruits, sugars, syrups, molasses, flour and other 
cereal foods, bakers' and laundry supplies, cheese, 
butter, eggs, and other farm and dairy products, 
etc. He also has a full stock of crockery and glass 
ware, etc. The goods of this house are noted for 
their freshness, absolute purity, and extremely low 
prices. Mr. Lane was born in New Hampshire, 
and has resided here for some time. 



C. Hitchcock &Co., Dealers in Dry Goods, 
Groceries, Boots and Shoes, etc. — Thirty years of 
continuous existence marks the career of this popu- 
lar concern. The house was founded in 18.57 by 
Mr. Calvin Hitchcock, the present senior member, J 
he conducting the business alone up to 1881, when ^ 
he admitted into partnership his son, Charles C. 
Hitchcock and S. !M. Sibley, thus constituting the 
energetic and prosperous firm of C. Hitchcock & 
Co. They occupy a stiu-e and basement each 25x7<> 
feet in dimensions, arranged with t;;ste, and a heavy 
and finely assorted stock is constantly carried, in- 
cluding a general line of dry goods, trimmings, 
carpets, fancy goods, boots and shoes, household 
articles, and small wares, also a full assortment of 
fine family groceries, teas and coffees, spices, canned 
goods, food products, cereals, delicacie.s, table luxu- 
ries, staple good.s, crockery, glassware, and kindred 
articles of every description. Seven active and 
competent assistants attend to tlie wants of patrons 
and purchasers, and the services of three delivery 
wagons are in constant requisition. Mr. Hitchcock, 
the elder, who is anativeof Briralield, Mass., is one 
of the old and respected citizens of this town, and 
is one of the trustees of the Ware Savings Bank. 

J. B. Sihley, Dealer in Hardware, Tools, 
Paints, Oils, etc.. Grey's Block. — The flourishing 
and well-ordered concern of J. B. Sibley, whose 
popular store is favorably situated in Grey's Block, 
comprise a store and basement, e:ich 25x50 feet, 
neatly fitted up, and a large and excellent stock is 
constantly carried on hand, including a full and 
line line of general hardware, agricultural imple- 
ments, mechanics' tools, cutlery, housefurnishing 
goods, window glass, putty, paints, oils, colors, 
cordage, and everything that is to be found in a 
leading establishment of the kind, Mr. Sibley be- 
ing also agent for " Civelar's honest fertilizers" 
and "Mitchell's standard fertilizers." Two com- 
petent and iiulite assistants attend to the wants of 
]nirchasers, and, altogether, a very substantial and 
steadily increasing business is done throughout 
'Ware and surroundings. Mr. Sibley is a n.ative 
of Hardwick, Mass., but a long resident of AVar- 
ren ; he started in business here in 188.3, and 
the positive and permanent success that has attended 
his efforts attests his enterprise. 

S. A. Cor.ser, Proprietor of Ware Iron Foun- 
dry, Manufacturer of Iron Sinks, Plow Points, and 
Machinery Castings.' — Mr. S. A. Corser, proprietor 
of the Ware Iron Foundry, started this flourishing 
concern in 1880, and has, by untiring industry, 
push, and pluck, steadily earned his way to promi- 
nence and prosperity, enjoying now a large apd 
sub.stantial measure of merited recognition. The 
premises occupied comprise a foundry and machine 
shop, supplied with full steam power and thoroughly 
equipped with the most improved appliances and 
appurtenances, some half a dozen skilled work- 
men being emjiloyed. He manufactures iron sinks, 
plow points, and machinery castings of every de- 
scription, his products finding ready market in and 
around Ware and in Worcester, jobbing work of 
all kinds also being attended to in the most prompt 
and satisfactory manner, and altogether a very fine 
business is done. Mr. Corser is a gentleman past 
the meridian of life, active and vigorous, and is a 
n.ative of Vermont, whence he came here some six 
years ago. 



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H. A. Smith & Co., Dry Goods, Milli- 
nery, and Fancy Goods, No. 44 Main Street. — • 
This business was first established in lS(i9 by 
Messrs. Parker & Hall, and ('rum tlie date of its 
inception has always been the recipient of a large 
and flourishing trade. In 1SS4 the above-named 
iirm was succeeded by the present Krm. The 
premises occupied are litted up in a very handsome 
manner, and supplied with every convenience for 
the comfort of customers and accommodation for 
the very large and comprehensive stock constantly 
on hand, which embraces almost everything in the 
dry goods, millinery, and fancy goods line, such as 
cloths, cassimeres, silks, satins, velvets, brocades, 
plushes, foreign and domestic dress goods, linen for 
household and personal wear, ginghams, muslins, 
prints, counterpanes, etc., also fine millinery goods, 
hats and bonnets of the very latest and most fash- 
ionable shapes, plumes, tips, feathers, ribbons, and 
trimmings of every variety. The notion and 
fancy goods departments are replete with every- 
thing that can be classified under those headings. 
The proprietors make a special point of charging 
no fancy prices for their goods, but mark every- 
thing down to the lowest point consistent with fair 
and honorable dealing. Their trade is very large, 
and extends throughout the surrounding country, 
which necessitates the employment of several 
assistants, who are always prompt, polite, and atten- 
tive to the wants of customers. The individual 
members of the firm are Mr. H. A. Smith, a native 
of Boston, and Mr. F. II. Tucker, who was born in 
Hardwick, Mass. 

Hampshire House, J. W. Lawton, Pro- 
prietor. — The "Hampshire," which is in all re- 
spects the hotel par excellence in Ware, was origin- 
ally started in liSti? by I). A. Jennison, who con- 
ducted it up to 188.5, when it passed into the con- 
trol of mine host Lawton, under whose capable and 
efficient management the patronage has grown 
steadily and substantial, the capacity of this de- 
servedly popular hotel being now frecjuently taxed 
to accommodate its guests. The house is centrally 
located on Main street, convenient to all lines 
of travel converging in the town, and a hack meets 
every train at the depot and conveys guests to the 
hotel free. There are thirty-two rooms, well-aired, 
lighted, and appointed, with dining-room having a 
seating capacity for forty-two, finely furnished par- 
lor, reading and writing rooms, etc., and with excel- 
lent sanitary arrangements, the service also being 
first-class in every respect, while the cuisine is the 
very best the markets affords. The rates, too, are 
extremely moderate, two dollars per day, with spe- 
cial rates for commercial travelers. Mr. Lawton, 



who is a native of Ware, is a typical Boniface, and 
all persons sojourning under the hospitable roof of 
the well-ordered " Hampshire " will pay testimony 
to his unremitting attention. 

J. K. Lawton, Ready-Made Clothing, Boots 
and Shoes, Gents' Furnishing Goods, Hats, Caps, 
Trunks, and Bags, Main Street. — This house was 
founded in 1851 by the present proprietor, and has 
always been the centre of a first-class trade, which 
has few, if any, successful rivals. The premises 
occupied are commodious, centrally located, and are 
fitted up in a very handsome manner, and supjilied 
with every convenience for the comfort of custom- 
ers and to accommodate the large and finely 
selected stock of goods constantly on hand, which 
consists of a full and complete line of ready-made 
clothing for gentlemen, youths, and boys, made of 
the best materials and in the finest style of work- 
manshiji, and of the latest and most fashionable 
styles. He also keeps a full assortment of silk, 
cassiraere, Derby, soft fur, and felt hats and ca]is of 
every design and style known to the trade and is in 
constant receipt of new styles of goods mentioned 
above. His supply of furnishing goods is replete 
with all kinds of underwear, shirts, collars, cufl.s, 
neckwear, hosiery, gloves, canes, umbrellas, etc., 
and he is also prepared to furnish his patrons with 
any description of travelers' goods, such as trunks, 
vtilises, satchels, bags, cabas, etc. All goods are 
warranted to be as represented, and are sold at the 
very lowest possible prices. Mr. Lawton is a native 
of Connecticut, but has resided here for many 
years. 

Charles E. Blood, Druggist. — A prominent 
house engaged in the drug business is that of Mr. 
Charles E. Blood. This business was founded in 
184-5 by William B. Breakenridge, who in 187(5 -^as 
succeeded by the present proprietor. The premises 
occupied are very handsomely fitted up, a very 
elaborate soda-water fountain forming a portion of 
the equipment. The stock is full and complete and 
consists of a carefully selected assortment of fresh 
and pure drugs and chemicals, proprietary medi- 
cines of well-known merit and reputation, mineral 
and soda waters, toilet and fancy articles, perfum- 
ery, druggists' sundries, etc. In the compounding 
of pliysicians' prescriptions and family recipes 
all modern appliances to secure accuracy have 
been provided, and none but the most skillful and 
experienced assistants are employed. Mr. Blood is 
a native of Ware, and has held the office of county 
commissioner and overseer of poor for twelve 
years, also many other town offices, aud he ftdly 
merits the success he has attained. 



TOWN OF AMHERST. 



Amherst as a town is co-equal in length of years with the independence of our country, as, 
although set apart by the mother town (Hadley),in the year 1700, it was not incorporated as a town 
till 1776. It is separated from the Connecticut river by the town of Hadley, and is bounded on its 
several sides by Sunderland and Leverett, in Franklin county, on the north ; by Shutesbury, in same 
county, on the east, and also by Pelham and Belchertown, in Hampshire county ; on the south by 
Granby and South Hadley and west by Hadley. The town contains upward of eighteen thousand acres 
and nearly five thousand inhabitants. It is on the line of the New London Northern railroad and 
will be intersected by the Massachusetts Central railroad on the completion of that thoroughfare. The 
town comprises three villages, known as Amherst or Amherst Centre, North Amherst, and South Amherst, 
with a suburb called East Amherst. The former is the largest and most important village, being in the 
geographical centre of the town and contains the town clerk's office, eight churches, one large and two 
smaller hotels, one national and one savings bank, and a post-office, with a branch at East Amherst. The 
place has a small fire department and gas works, and its manufactories consist of two large establishments 
for the production of men's straw hats. It is likewise the seat of Amherst College, founded in 1821, and 
of the State Agricultural College, opened in 1867. The town also has one M;isonic Lodge, one G. A. R. 
Post, a village improvement society, two temperance societies, and an organization known as the 
Amherst Grange, Patrons of Industry, as well as the East Hampshire Agricultural Society. It also 
enjoys the advantages of two public libraries in addition to the exceptionally fine one connected with 
Amherst College. Without reference to the superior advantages of the college, the educational facilities 
of the town are exceptional, as, with the comparatively limited population, there are eleven struc- 
tures used as public schools, besides three private schools. 

The celebrated institution known so widely as Amherst College is an outgrowth from Amherst 
Academy, whose origin and opening were synchronous with the events of the last war with England, 
b|)t it was indirectly the result of the high mor,al and intellectual aspirations of the early inhabitants 
of this portion of the colony. The college consists of upward of a dozen fine buildings devoted to the 
different required purposes, all of which are admirably located, the group together making an imposing 
as well as attractive collection. 

The Massachusetts Agricultural College is located on an elevation a short distance outside the 
village centre, and comprises several finely constructed buildings. At this college thorough training 
and instruction are given in all that pertains to the cultivation of the soil, for the production of field 
and garden crops, fruits, and flowers. The college has now nearly two hundred students, while Amherst 
College has upward of five hundred altogether, besides a complete and specially applicable faculty in 
connection with either institution. Many even of the commercial residents allow that Amherst is (in 
a business light) dependent principally upon these important and extensive educational institutions, as, 
from its situation in the county and its lack of satisfactory railway facilities, it is inconvenient to the 
residents of most of the surrounding country, who can so much more readily visit Northampton on the 
•one hand, or Holyoke and Springfield on tlie other ; but its business blocks nevertheless present an 
attractive appearance, and from the nature of things those connected with the colleges and other private 
schools have higher and more varied and .abundant requirements than a like number of tillers of the 
soil, so that the merchants of Amherst have no reason to, nor do they, complain of the measure of 
patronage vouchsafed to them. 



Edwin Nelson, Dealer in Classical and 
Miscellaneous Books, Stationery, and Fancy Arti- 
cles, No. .> Post-OSice Block, Merchants' Row. — 
Mr. Nelson is a native of l^pton, Mass. The busi- 
ness WJis founded about 1 825 by Adams & Carter, and 
the popular store has become one of the best known 
business landmarks in Amherst. His store has a 
frontage of 2o feet and a depth of 60 feet, and its 
fittings and furnishings are of an elegant and at- 
tractive character. The stock is a large one, and 

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has been selected with experienced judgment and 
tact. It is admirably kejit and displayed, and there 
is little exposed for sale here tliat is not of a useful 
and serviceable kind. The large assortment of 
books embraces classical, scientific, and all the stand- 
ard works of the best-known authors, ancient and 
modern, in all the various departments of litera- 
ture, mercantile and fancy stationery goods of every 
description, and fancy miscellaneous articles in 
profusion. 



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E. D. Marsh, Furniture Dealer and Under- 
taker, No. IIJ Pluenix Kow. — As one of the leading 
representatives of the furniture trade we would call 
attention to the house of Mr. E. 1). Marsh, No. 10 
Phienix Row. This business was originally estab- 
lished by Messrs. Marsh ik, Young in LS51, and 
since its inception has always received a liberal and 
substantial patronage. Mr. E. 1). Marsh, son of 
the senior lueniber, succeeded Mr. Young in the 
firm in lSt>9, the tirm then becoming M. M. Marsh 
& Son, and in ISSli Mr. E. D. Marsh acquired the 
sole proprietorship of the business, which he has 
since retained. Tlie premises occupied are spa- 
cious, comprising a three-story brick house and 
basement, which is very conveniently and hand- 
somely appointed, and contains a full and general 
assortment of all kinds of parlor, library, chamber, 
and dining-room sets in all tlie leading and most 
fashionable designs, also a great variety of other 
household furniture, sofas, chairs, bedding, lambre- 
quins, window-shades and draperies, curtain poles 
and rings, mirrors, picture frames, etc. Mr. Marsh 
also manufactures cabinetware to order in any 
style desired, and also attends to all kindsof repair- 
ing in his line of business. He is prepared to exe- 
cute all orders for undertaking, and is especially 
qualified for the performance of these necessary 
duties. lie furnishes everything recjuired for a 
burial promptly and in the most satisfactory man- 
ner. Mr. Marsh is a native of this (State. 

Charles Deuel, Druggist, Amherst House 
Block, Merchants' Row. — A prominent and reliable 
house engaged in this business is that of Mr. 
■Charles Deuel, which was established by the present 
proprietor in 1859. The store is spacious and ele- 
gantly fitted up in the most attractive and artistic 
manner. The stock of goods is full and complete, 
and embraces a carefully selected assortment of 
fresh and jiure drugs, chemicals, ]:iroprietary medi- 
cines, and remedies of established merit and repu- 
tation, mineral waters of foreign and domestic pro- 
duction, toilet and fancy articles, surgeons' and phy- 
sicians' requisites, perfimies, druggists' sundries — 
in short, everything that can be properly thought 
of in connection with a first-class pharmacy. Sir. 
Deuel is a druggist of many years' ex|ierience, and 
gives special attention to the compounding of 
physicians' prescriptions and family recipes, accu 
racy and promptitude characterizing the filling of 
every order. Jlany of the leading physicians send 
their patients here exclusively. Mr. Deuel is a 
native of New York State, but has been a resident 
of Amherst since 18.54. 

A. F. Cowles, Dealer in Dry and Fancy 
Goods, Millinery, etc., Main Street. — This reliable 
and excellent emporium was established in 1876, 
and being conducted on sound business principles, 
and its management characterized by foresight and 
judicious enterprise, coupled with upright and 
honorable dealing, the result could hardly have 
been other than the full measure of prosperity 
Mr. ('owles now deservedly enjoys. The premises 
occupied are spacious and commodious, comprising 
two stores (connected), each 25x75 feet in dimen- 
sions, handsomely and tastefully fitted up. A full 
and tine line of dry goods, notions, gloves, hosiery, 
laces, and fiincy goods, also a splendid assortment 
of millinery goods, hats, and bonnets in the latest 
styles and designs, trimmings, silk ribbons, plushes, 



velvets, etc., is carried, and from five to seven capa- 
ble assistants are regularly employed. Mr. Cowles 
is a native of Amherst. 

William Kellogg-, Merchant and Manufac- 
turer, No. VI Phtenix Row.— The house of William 
Kellogg is now nearly three-quarters of a century 
old, having been established in 1814. It was 
founded by Mr. James Kellogg, father of the 
present proprietor, Mr. William Kellogg, who suc- 
ceeded to the business in 18G7. He is carrying on 
a very extensive business as a general dealer in 
hardware, groceries, and dry goods, and manufac- 
turer of carpenters' planes of all kinds, llis store 
covers an area of 110x25 feet. He also occupies 
the basement, which is of similar proportions. 
The stock carried is very large, and embraces a 
first-class assortment of hardware and small agri- 
cultural implements of all kinds. Mr. Kellogg's 
plane factory is located two miles from town, and 
consists of two buildings, one a three-story brick 
structure 50x33 feet in dimensions, the other a two- 
story frame building 60x33 feet, and wing 36x25 
feet, three stories. The factory is equipped with 
all the most improved machinery and appliances, 
and the very finest carpenters' planes in the market 
are made here. Employment is given to from five 
to fifteen skilled hands. Mr. Kellogg has an ex- 
tensive trade demand for these fine planes, and all 
orders are filled promptly and on favorable terms. 
Mr. Kellogg is a native of Amherst. 

J. A. Rawson, Dealer in Watches, Clocks, 
Jewelry, Fine Pocket t'utlery, etc.. Merchants' 
Kow. — This is the leading and best-equipped estab- 
lishment of the kind hereabouts. The business 
was established in 1869, and from its inception 
down to the present day Mr. Rawson has enjoyed a 
liberal patronage, the general excellence and relia- 
bility of the goods handled and the energy and 
ability displayed in the management of the con- 
cern, coupled with upright and honorable dealing, 
being the special features contributing to his well- 
merited success. The store is 25x65 feet in dimen- 
sions and handsomely fitted U]i, an exceedingly fine 
display being made, and a heavy and A 1 stock is 
constantly carried, embracing a full and fine line of 
watches, clocks, jewelry, silver and plated ware, and 
optical goods, also an excellent assortment of fine 
pocket cutlery, canes, gold pens, fine stationery, 
and sporting and fancy goods, repairing of all 
kinds being also neatly and jiromptly executed, 
and two capable and efficient assistants are em- 
ployed in the store. Mr. Raw.son, who is a native 
of East Alstead, N. H., is a practical and expert 
workman. 

H. B. Edwards & Co., Dry and Fancy 
Goods, Cutler's Block, Merchants' Row. — Since the 
above firm was established here in ISSO it has en- 
joyed prominence among those engaged in this line 
of trade. The headquarters of this firm are at Cut- 
ler's Block, Merchants' Row, in a store 65x25 feet 
in dimensions. A very large stock is carried, em- 
bracing a complete assortment of dry and fancy 
goods of every description. The stock comprises 
all the latest and most fashionable novelties of the 
day, and is being constantly added to by the receipt 
of fresh invoices. Three clerks are employed. The 
active member of the firm is Jlr. H. B. Edwards. 
He is a native of Massachusetts. 



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Jackson & Cutler, Dry and Fancy Goods 
and Choice Family (Groceries, Merchants' Row. — 
Tills establishment enjoys the unique distinc- 
tion of being the oldest business house in Am- 
herst, having been founded in 1818 by Mr. L. 
•Sweetser. Later on the tirni became Sweetser & 
Cutler, afterward George Cutler for many years, 
and in 1884 was again changed, this time to Jack- 
son & Cutler. The tirm occupy excellent quarters 
on Merchants' Row, their line store covering an 
area of 100x2.'> feet, artbrding amjile opportunity to 
display a splendid stock. The assortment carried 
includes a complete variety of dry and fancy goods, 
also of choice family groceries. The stock of dry 
goods embraces every description of foreign and 
domestic novelties in this line, including all the 
latest styles and fashions. In the lussortment of 
groceries everything is fresh and of prime quality, 
as none but the best goods are allowed to leave the 
establishment. (Six hands are employed and both 
a wholesale and retail business is carried on, 
Messrs. William B. Jackson and George Cutler, Jr., 



are the members of the firm. Mr. Jackson is a na- 
tive of Hartford, Conn., and Mr. Cutler of Amherst. 

Amherst Co-operative Association, 

(iroceries, Farming Tools, Field and Garden Seeds, 
Pleasant Street. — The Amherst Co-operative Asso- 
ciation was incorporated in 1877. Tlie otficers 
are: President, (;. S. Smith; treasurer, H. W. 
Cook; secretary, H. L. Cowles; agent, W. G. 
Towne. All of these gentlemen are natives of 
Massachusetts, and are wi<lely known as being re- 
sponsible business men. Their headquarters are 
very tastefully arranged and well kept. A very 
large stock is carried, embracing a complete assort- 
ment of choice fancy and staple groceries of every 
kind, crockery, farming ;'tools, field and garden 
seeds, etc. All persons trading here get the best of 
goods at the lowest prices. Four hands are em- 
ployed under Agent Towne, and no patron can fail 
to be satisfied at the courteous treatment which is 
extended to all. A large business is enjoyed in all 
seasons. 



TOWN OF GREENFIELD. 



Greenfield is the shire town of Franklin county and is situated west of the Connecticut river. It 
is bounded on the north by Bernardston and Leyden, on the west by Shelburne, on the east by the Con- 
necticut river and Gill, and on the south by Deerfield, of which town it was originally a portion, and 
it contains about seventeen and a-half square miles and seven thousand population. The Green river, a 
brancliof the Deerfield, flows through the west part 
of the town and a little stream called Fall river 
flows through the northeast part. These streams 
liave several brooks flowing into tliem, so that the 
town is well watered, and has in addition several 
good water-power sites. The soil, especially near 
the streams, is quite fertile, and the people are 
largely engaged in agricultural pursuits. Tobacco 
is the leading article produced, while much atten- 
tion is given to the production of milk and butter, 
large quantities of both being annually shipped to 
the Eastern cities, principally to the Boston mar- 
ket. This town contains also one of the largest 
shippers of apples to be found in tlie western por- 
tion of the State, they being collected from the 
■surrounding country. This firm paid over |I10,000 to farmers for this article alone during the 
past season. Both the Fitchburg and Connecticut River railroads pass through the town, afford- 
ing ample and direct transportation facilities both east and west to Boston and New York. The 
town is the centre of trade for a large area of country, its retail business aggregating as much 
as many towns double its population. Its manufactures are varied, including the production of 
cutlery, children's carriage trimmings and carriages, shoes, etc. The town is well supplied with banks, 
three national and two savings institutions finding ample field for their services. The Oazetle and 
Courier, a weekly paper published here, is one of the oldest publications in the State, having been 




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founded in 1792 as the Impartial Intelligencer. This paper has a strong hold upon the residents of 
the county, and such has always been its satisfactory support that several other newspapers started here 
from time to time have been short-lived in each instance. The educational facilities have always been 
up to the high average usual to thriving New England towns, and at present writing ample opportunity 
is available for the complete education of the youthful portion of the population, including a high school 
which was originally established more than a third of a century ago. A bronze medal was awarded 
Greenfield at the Centennial Kxhibition for excellence of its school exhibit In place? of worship this 
town is well provided, having one of each of the following denominations : Episcopal, Congregational, 
Baptist, Methodist, and Roman Catholic. It has also six Masonic lodges and one Odd Fellows, and is 
favored with two public libraries. It is well supplied with pure water, and, although its illumin.ating ad- 
vantages are not entirely satisfactory, the town has recently voted to adopt the electric light, for which 
a plant will shortly be constructed. Greenfield has shown a substantial gain during the past decade, 
and more especially during the preceding ten years, as during that time many entirely new streets 
have been built up, principally with handsome structures, and as a place of summer resort, on account of 
the salubrity of its climate and enjoyable drives and scenery, the town is gaining in popularity each 
year. The mercantile community of Greenfield are live and progressive in their eflbrts, which are spe- 
cially successful in their results, and few, if any, towns in the State of its population can be so coufir 
dently congratulated on their stability and advancement. 



Fergu.son & Logran, Dealers in Dry Goods. 
— Although a comparatively new concern in Green- 
field, the pushing and energetic firm of Ferguson & 
Logan, dry goods merchants, occupy a position in 
the forefront in this important department of mer- 
cantile activity hereabouts to-day, the house be- 
ing a branch of the Holyoke house of same name, 
and was inaugurated in this town in April of 
this year. The premises occupied are spacious and 
commodious, the store being 2-5x60 feet in dimen- 
sions, with two elegant show windows and hand- 
some fixtures, a splendid display being made, and 
a heavy and well-selected stock is carried, includ- 
ing general dry goods, woolens, cottons and linens, 
dress trimmings, notions, hosiery, gloves, small 
wares, fancy goods, novelties in ladies' wear, laces 
and embroideries, in short, everything compre- 
hended under the general head of "dry and fancy 
goods," and the service and order prevailing indi- 
cate e.xcellent management. A patent (and in- 
genious) money-carrier is in use, which greatly 
facilitates business, and some half a dozen efficient 
and polite assistants attend to the wants of cus- 
tomers. The individual members of the firm are 
Messrs. R. M. Ferguson and J. P. Logan, the 
former a native of Canada, and the latter of the 
State of Maryland. 

American House, Main Street, D. S. Simons, 
Proprietor. — This popular hotel is one of the olde.st 
hostelries in the State, having been a favorite place 
of entertainment for more than one hundred years. 
The main building is a four-story brick structure, 
measuring lOOx-50 feet. To thisa three-story frame 
extension, 100x6-5 feet in size, was built in 1870. 
There is a spacious and neatly fitted-up office and a 
reading and writing room, together with a dining- 
room capable of seating one hundred and fifty 
persons on the first floor, and on the second fioor 
are ladies' parlors, etc. The house contains one 
hundred rooms, which are supplied with all modern 
conveniences, including electric bells. Bath-rooms 
are located on each fioor, and the house is heated 
throughout Ijy steam. It is also admirably lighted, 
cleanly kept, and the cuisine is of a first-class 
character. A staff of eighteen hands is employed, 
and the utmost courtesy and attention are shown 
to all guests. The present proprietor has been 



"mine host" since January, 1867, when he suc- 
ceeded Mr. William Keith. He is a native of 
New Hampshire, and is one of the most popular 
hotel-keepers in the district. The charges are twO' 
dollars per day. 

W. A. Forbes, Dry Goods and Carpets,. 
Hovey's Block. — This house was founded in 1860, 
and from the date of its inception has been the 
centre of a first-class trade. The premises occupied 
are spacious and well equipped and very hand- 
somely fitted up with elegant counters, show-cases, 
large French plate-glass show-windows, which are 
most artistically arranged, and all other appli- 
ances for the comfort of customers and accommo- 
dation of the large stock of goods constantly car- 
ried. The stock in this establishment has all been 
carefully selected, and consists of a full line of dry 
and fancy goods, carpets, cloths, cassimeres, silks, 
satins, velvets, foreign and domestic dress goods, 
worsteds, flannels, muslins, prints, ginghams, bed- 
spreads, etc., etc., also ladies' furnishing goods, 
underwear, gloves, hosiery, parasols, umbrellas, 
fans, etc., etc. The fancy goods and notion depart- 
ment is filled to repletion. He also keeps con- 
stantly on hand a tine assortment of carpets of 
foreign and domestic manufacture. The business 
is very large and extensive, and the proprietor 
makes a special point to charge no fancy prices. 
Mr. Forbes was born in Buckland, Mass. 

Charles Keith, Dealer in Flour, Salt, Teas, 
Groceries, and Provisions of all kinds. No. 1 under 
Washington H.all. — This business was founded in 
1869 by the present proprietor, Mr. Keith, who is 
a native of the town, and a gentleman of great busi- 
ness push and enterprise. The premisesoccupied com- 
prise astore 2-5x6-5 feet in dimensions, and a basement 
of equal size. It is very tastefully fitted up and ad- 
mirably arranged, and the stock embraci's flour, 
salt, nails, teas, coffees, groceries, and provisions of 
all kinds. The proprietor has the best of facilities 
for receiving choice, fresh, wholesome supplies from 
first hands on the most advantageous terms. Five 
hands are employed, and prompt attention is shown 
to all patrons, and goods are delivered free to any 
part of the town. The business partakes of both a 
wholesale and retail character. 



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The Greenfield Saviiig-s Bank.— The 

wellaud favorably known Greenfield Savings Bank 
has secured a tiriu hold on popular favor, and de- 
servedly so, being in all respects one of the most 
stable and reliable financial institutions in the 
county to day. The secret of its success is not 
difficult to discover, either ; judicious investments, 
sound judgment, and vigilance, coupled with un- 
swerving integrity and ability, on the part of the 
management being the chief features contributing 
to the uniform prosperity that has from tbe start 
attended this excellent institution. The bank was 
incorporated in 180!), its first president being Mr. 
John Sanderson, who was succeeded by the present 
popular incumbent ; Mr. Conant, the capable and 
efficient secretary, having filled that position since 
the inception of the enterprise, while Mr. Gleason, 
the vigilant treasurer, luis rendered eminent satis- 
faction in that capacity since 18S0. The offices, 
which are located in the Mansion House Block, on 
Main street, second door from the Post-Office, are 
handsome and commodious, and everything about 
the place bespeaks order and admirable business 
management, the National Bank of Commerce, 
Boston, being the correspondent in that city, and, 
altogether, a very fine business is transacted, as is 
shown by the subjoined comparison of deposits and 
undivided profits between the years 1881 and 1886, 
and the present condition of the bank, as per state- 
ment of Jvnie 30th, 1880 : The officers for 188(5 
are as follows: Newell Snow, president ; Levi J. 
Gunn, vice-president; C. C. Conant, secretary, and 
A. M. Gleason, treasurer; the board of trustees 
being composed of Messrs. Leonard Barton, Eben 
A. Hall, Geo. A. Arms, F. M. Thompson, Chas. 
R. Lowell, Wm. A. Forbes, Robert Abercrombie, 
Salmon P. White, Edward E. Lyman, Chas. W. 
Green, Chelsea Cook, Seorene B. Slite, Wm. M. 
Smead, Matthew Chapman. Deposits .June 30th, 
1880, $1,218,200.73; deposits June 30tli, 1881, 
$9.57,930.14; gain in five years, $200 330..59. 
Guarantee fund and umlivided profits, June 3()th, 
•1880, $50,007 55 ; guarantee fund and undivideil 
profits June 30th, 1881, $15,775.23; gain in five 
years, $-34,892.32. Dividends paid in 1880 — Divi- 
dend No. 33, paid January 1st, two per cent., 
$2 3,183.31; dividend No. 34, paid July 1st, two 
per cent., $2.3,141.40; total, $45,324.71. Excessof 
resources at present market value over amount due 
to depositors, $49,901.79. Liabilities — Due to 
two tliousand eight hundred and forty-three 
depositors, $1,218,200.73; guarantee fund, $25,- 
000.00; undivided profits, $2.5,007..55 ; total, 
$1,208,934.28. As.sets: Public funds, par value, 
$171,000.00; bank stock, par value, $109,100.00; 
railroad bonds, par value, $20,500.00; loans on 
real estate, $590,404.00 ; loans on personal security, 
$177,312.00; loans on bank stock,$1.5,840.00; loans 
on public funds, $oM0. 00 ; loans on Government 
bonds, $250.00; loans to counties and towns, 
$15,800.00; premiums paid on stocks and bonds, 
$53,537.48; unpaid interest, $574.30; furniture 
and fixtures, $2,240.97 ; cash on deposit in national 
banks on interest, $110,754.73; cash in office, 
$1,114.08; total, $1,208,934.28. 

"Boston Store," White Brothers, Whole- 
sale and Retail Dealers in Dry Cioods, Notions, and 
Fancy Articles, Main Street. — The popular and 
prosperous firm of White Brothers, dry goods mer- 
chants, was established in 1879, and has ever main- 



tained a position in the forefront in this line of 
business Iiereabouts, being by common consent the 
leading and most reliable dry goods emporium in 
Greenfield. The premises occupied are spacious, 
handsomely fitted up, an elegant display being 
made, and a large and well-selected stock is con- 
stantly carried, comprising, besides a full and fine 
assortment of general dry goods, notions, woolens, 
linens, cotton goods, and kindred articles, also a 
varied and excellent line of hosiery, gloves, fancy 
goods, lace, and embroideries, cloaks and wraps, 
underwear, novelties, etc. The trade, already very 
substantial, gives evidence of steady and material 
increase, extending all over Greenfield and envi- 
rons, and eight efficient assistants attend to the 
wants of purchasers. The individual members of 
the firm are Messrs. Thomas and Alexander White, 
natives of Scotland, and residents of the United 
States fifteen and ten years respectively. 

Elm House, Hager & Squire, Proprietors. — 
The popular and prosperous Elm House, of which. 
Messrs. Hager & Squire are the enterprising and 
well-known proprietors, was originally started by 
Mr. F. S. Hager, whoconducted the business alone up 
to 1881, when he associated with him Mr. S. Squire, 
thus constituting the well and f;vvorably known 
firm whose name heads this sketch. The hotel 
building is a handsome four-story 40x 100-foot frame 
structure, containing forty rooms, equipped with all 
modern conveniences and improvements, including 
electric bells, sanitary appliances, telephone, etc., 
and is favorably situated in a central part of the 
town and convenient to all lines of travel. Tlie 
house is finely furnished and admirably kept, the 
service and attention being excellent, and the 
dining-room has a seating capacity for over seventy- 
five guests at a time. The parlor, located on the 
first fioor, is a spacious and well-appointed apart- 
ment, wliile the reading-njom, bar, etc., are ia 
keeping with the rest, the liquids and solids being 
par excellence the best the market affords — the 
wines, litpiors, .ales, and cigars, being uniformly first- 
class, while the fare provided leaves nothing to be 
desired. The rate, two dollars per day, with 
special terms to commercial travelers and pro- 
fessional men, are extremely moderate, considering 
the general excellence of the accommodations. 

T. N. BlKldington (Successor to M. J. 
Benjamin), Dealer in Boots, Shoes, and Rubbers, 
No. 80 Main Street. — Mr. T. N. Buddington is 
widely known as an extensive dealer in gentle- 
men's boots, ladies', misses', and children's shoes, 
slippers, rubbers, etc. He occupies a fine, large, 
centrally located store, 25x60 feet in dimensions, 
tastefully fitted up and admirably arranged. It is 
always well stocked with a fine assortment of goods 
received from the best and most reliable sources of 
supply, and which are oflfered at prices that cannot 
be easily duplicated elsewhere. These goods are 
selected with a view to excellence of material, 
workmanship, fine finish, and style, and all goods 
sent out of this establishment will be found to be 
exactly as represented. The business was organized 
about 1870, and in 1875 was acquired by Sir. M. 
J. Benjamin, and on the 1st of May, 1880, Mr. 
Buddington succeeded to the enterprise, and has 
conducted it with marked success. He is a native 
of the city, deserving of encouragement and the 
support of the jrablic. 



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TOWN OF GREENFIELD. 



Franklin County National Bank of 

Greenfieltl. — A record of steady progress, ex- 
tending over a period of forty odd years, marks the 
career of the stable and reliable institution whose 
name heads this sketcli, and wliich is growing firmer 
and stronger with years. The Franklin County 
National Bank was originally incorporated in 
184(), under the law of Massachusetts as a State bank, 
and as such it was conducted up to Jlarch, 18(3(5, 
when it was reorganized as a national bank,with a 
capital stock of $800,000. An excellent business 
is transacted, discounts being made daily, and cor- 
respondents are maintained in New York and Bos- 
ton, the Chase National Bank, of the former city, 
and the First National Bank, of the latter, perform- 
ing these functions. The bank building is a sub- 
stantial three-story, 25x60 granite structure, with 
spacious and handsome ofRcos, the banking hours 
being from nine A. M. to four P. M. The officers 
and directors are among the leading merchants of 
Greenfield and vicinity, and among its prominent 
and respected citizens. The officers are: Mr. John 
Sanderson, president, who has been connected with 
the bank many years, and Mr. Herbert O. Edgerton, 
cashier, the former being a native of Bernardston, 
Mass., long resident here, and the latter of Green- 
field. The directors are as follows: Messrs. Leonard 
Barton, John Sanderson, Henry K. Simons, Lyman 
G. Barton, Charles Keith, and Frank W. Foster. 
Subjoined is the statement of the condition of the 
bank at the close of business December 1st, 1886, 
and which speaks well for the institution and its 
officers and directors, and shows progress that prom- 
ises at an early date to place this bank in the front 
rank among the financial institutions of Franklin 
county : Resources — Loans and discounts, $315,177.- 
41; overdrafts, $382.74; United States bonds to 
secure circulation, .$50,000; United States bonds 
to secure deposits, |)50,000; other stocks and bonds, 
$21,614; due from approved reserve agents, $16,- 
249.65; due from other national banks, $1,495.65; 
real estate, furniture, and fixtures, $37,812.76; cur- 
rent expenses and taxes paid, $7,855.88 ; premiums 
paid, $12,937.50; checks and other cash items, 
$2,332.84; bills of other banks, $1,485; fractional 
paper currency, nickels, and pennies, $134.64; spe- 
cie, in gold coin, $17,571.27, silver coin, $754.85 — 
$18,326.12; legal tender notes, $9,461 ; redemption 
fund with U. S. Treasurer, five per cent, of circula- 
tion, $2,250.— Total, $547,515.19. Li:ibilities— Cap- 
ital stock, $300,000; surplus fund, $24,000; undi- 
vided profits, $11,5.59.72; national bank notes out- 
standing, $45,000 ; dividends unpaid, $292.90 ; indi- 
dividual deposits subject to check, $115,051.02; 
United States deposits, $47,585.95 ; deposits of U. S. 
disbursing officers, $321.80; due to national banks, 
$4,025.80— total, $547,515.19. 

D. B, Kellogg', Dealer in Fine Groceries, 
Teas, Cofi'ees, and Spices, Main Street. — Among the 
oldest and best known houses engaged in this trade 
is that of Mr. D. B. Kellogg, which was originally 
established in 1832 by Messrs. Kellogg & Williams, 
and from the date of its commencement has always 
enjoyed a substantial patronage. The original firm, 
through the retirement of Mr. Williams, was suc- 
ceeded by Messrs Kellogg & Son, and upon the 
withdrawiil of the senior partner in 187S the busi- 
ness has been conducted under the present name. 
The premises occupied are fitted up in a very hand- 
some and appropriate manner, and are filled to re- 



pletion with a stock of fancy and staple groceries, 
embracing pure and fresh teas, cofiees, spices, canned 
goods, foreign and domestic fruits, provisions, farm 
and dairy products, bakers' and laundry supi)lie3, 
etc. Mr. Kellogg is agent for Lautz Brothers 
& Co.'s celebrated soap, also for the Niagara 
starch, while he m;ikes a specialty of "Our Own" 
baking powder. The goods of this house are noted 
for their freshness and absolute purity. Mr. K. is 
a native of Montague, M;iss., and is very popular. 

F. W. Bangs & Co., Dry Goods and Car- 
pets. — The Hue dry goods and carpet store of 
Messrs. F. W. Bangs & Co. was founded in 1874.. 
In 1884 it passed into the hands of the present 
senior partner, he having been connected with the 
business as salesman and partner since 1868, and 
from the dateof its inception has been the recipient 
of a very flattering and inlluential patronage. In 
1886 Mr. Ames was admitted into the business, at 
which time the present style of firm-name was 
adopted. The premises occupied are spacious and 
commodious, comprising two floors. They are cen- 
trally located, and are fitted up in the most attrac- 
tive and handsome manner, and thoroughly stocked 
with a complete line of cloths, c.assimeres, satins, 
silks, plushes, velvets, foreign and domestic dress 
goods, ginghams, fiannels, worsteds, prints, linens 
for wear and household use, bedding materials, 
muslins, etc., also ladies' furnishing goods, such 
as underwear, neckwear of the latest and most 
fashionable styles, collars, cuffs, gloves, hosiery, 
parasols, umbrellas, etc., also buttons, trimmings, 
laces, ribbons, edgings, and notions generally. They 
also carry the largest stock of carpets in the country 
of both foreign and domestic production. The 
proprietors of this house make it a special point to 
charge no fancy prices, but to mark everything as 
low as can be done consistently with a living busi- 
ness. A number of assistants are eraplo3'ed. The 
individual members of the firm are P\ W. Bangs, a 
native of Montague, and H. E. Ames, who was 
born in Greenfield. 

Charles N. Payne, Family Chemist, No. 
86 Main Street. — A prominent house engaged in 
this line of business in Greenfield is that of Mr. 
Charles N. Payne, which was established by him 
in 1874, and since the date of its commencement 
has always received a very liberal and influential 
support. The store is large and commodious, very 
attractively fitted up with elaborate counters, silver- 
mounted show-cases, and an elegantly constructed 
soda-w;itcr fountain. Mr. Payne keeps constantly 
on hand a full line of pure drugs, proprietary medi- 
cines of well-known merit and reputation, chemi- 
cals, and toilet articles, perfumery, fancy goods, 
mineral waters of foreign and domestic production, 
and also prepares different remedies of his own 
which have attained a high reputation for their 
efticacious effects. When the large number of mis- 
haps that have taken place from carelessness and 
want of experience in the compounding of physi- 
cians' prescriptions and f^imily recipes are con- 
sidered it is a matter of congratulation to be able to 
point out an establishment like tluit of Mr. Payne, 
where the high character of its management renders 
such mistakes absolutely impossible. He employs 
none but the most careful and experienced assistants, 
who have prepared themselves by the closest study. 
Mr. Payne was born in Montague, Mass. 



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Keece Brothers, Manufacturers of Screw 
Cutting Tools, corner of Wells and Devens Streets. 
— This concern has built up a large and iuiportant 
business in its line since it was organized in 1875. 
The founders and proprietors, Messrs. V.J. and K. F. 
Keece, were born in Birniingliaiu, England, and catne 
to this country in 1840, when children, and were 
brought up in Northampton, Mass. They have long 
resided in Greenlield, and have built up an exten- 
sive trade with all parts of the American continent 
as machinists and manufacturers of Keece's patent 
improved hand-bolt cutters or screw plates, inter- 
changeable tap and die holders for bit-brace, etc., 
for blacksmiths' and machinists' use. The firm, by 
reason of their long experience with the solid split 
and chaser dies in screw and bolt cutting machin- 
ery, have been enabled to improve and simplify 
and place n|ion the market a die that is giving 
universal satisfaction, and it is warranted to do six 
times the work possible with the old-fashioned 
dies in the same time. Recce's patent hand-bolt 
cutter or screw plate is acknowledged to be the best 
and most perfect tool j-et invented in its line, and 
it is guaranteed to do all work of a hundred-dollar 
machine with less labor. One great advantage of 
this screw plate over others is, that bolts and nuts 
threaded with it need not be matched, as they al- 
ways correspond without trying and fitting. The 
dies are adjustable so as to keep the exact size of 
the taps, and allow of nuts and bolts, for different 
purposes, being made to fit together tightly or 
loosely as desired by moving one screw. When 
worn out, any ])art can be duplicated, as every piece 
is fitted to hardened steel gauges. All these tools 
are made in a superior manner and of the best 
English cast steel. Every part is made with special 
tools, got up expressly for that purpose, which ena- 
bles the firm to manufacture and sell at one-fourtli 
what they would cost at an ordinary machine shop. 
Machinists will find that these screw plates are of 
great value in finishing and sizing screws cut in a 
screw-cutting lathe, as they finish the work per- 
fectly and save a great deal of time. The firm oc- 
cupy commodious premises on the corner of Wells 
and Devens streets, and these are equipped with the 
best machinery, which is operated by a twenty-five- 
horse power steam engine and boiler. Nine hands 
are employed, and the facilities of the concern for 
promptly filling all orders at reasonable prices are 
all that could be desired. In trade circles and in 
private, life the members of the firm are equally 
respected and esteemed for their enterprise and in- 
tegrity. 

J. M. Wells & Co., Dealers in Boots, Shoe.s, 
and Rubbers. — Special attention is directed to the 
popular and well-ordered establishment of J. M. 
Wells & Co., dealers in boots, shoes, and rubbers, 
which is in all respects one of the best known and 
foremost concerns engaged in this branch of trade 
in Greenfield. This prosperous business was estab- 
lished in 1874, and from the start Mr. Wells has 
been sole proprietor (the "company" being nomi- 
nal). He occupies a neat and commodious store, with 
attractive show window, and carries a large and 
superior stock, including fine and medium ladies', 
men's, youths' and children's boots, shoes, and rub- 
bers, three capable and efficient clerks attending to 
the wants of patrons and purchasers, and altogether 
a flourishing trade is done. Mr. Wells was bom in 
the State of Massachusetts. 



AV. W. Partenheiiner, Wholesale and Re- 
tail Dealer in Groceries, Provisions, and Vegetables, 
Foreign and Domestic Fruits, etc., llovey's Colon- 
nade Block, No. 82 Main Street. — The house of 
Mr. W. W. Partenheimer was established in 1882, 
and since its foundation has always enjoyed a sub- 
stantial patronage. Thestore has an areaof 25x80 
feet, is admirabty fitted up, and is provided with 
every convenience for the comfort of visitors and 
customers. The large variety of articles embraced 
in the stock is such as directly relates to the general 
wants of the community, and includes everything 
in the line of staple and fancy groceries — the 
choicest teas from China and Japan and cottecs 
from Java, Mocha, and South America, the best 
brands of fiour, provisions, and vegetables of all 
kinds, foreign and domestic fruits, canned goods, 
condiments, and table delicacies of every description, 
oystens and lobsters in their season, etc., a specialty 
being made of California fruits. The business is of 
both a wholesale and retail character, seven hands 
being employed. Mr. Partenheimer, who is a 
native of Deerfield, Mass., has had long practical 
experience in this lineof business, and is thoroughly 
versed in all its details. 

J. H. Hollister, Dealer in Clocks, Watches, 
Jewelry, Silverware, etc. — k. prominent house in 
Greenfield in the jewelry trade is that of Mr. J. II. 
Hollister. The business was founded as far back 
as 1844, and during his forty-two years' business 
career Mr. Hollister has enjoyed a reputation and 
a patronage that has been fully merited. Hisstore 
has a frontage of 20 feet and a depth of 70 feet. 
Connected with the store is a model workshop, 
which is fitted up with improved lathes and other 
appliances for repairing watches, clocks, jewelry, 
etc. The fixtures in the store are of a neat de- 
scription, and include handsome show-cases, etc. 
In his business Mr. Hollister makes a specialty of 
diamonds, jewelry, clocks, watches, silverware, 
spectacles, fancy goods, cutlery, toys, Yankee no- 
tions, etc. The display is a large and attractive 
one, and all goods sent out from this establishment 
will be found to be exactly as represented, and the 
prices are always fair and reasonable. Two assist- 
ants are employed. Mr. Hollister is a native of 
New York State, and enjoys the distinction of hav- 
ing been a longer number of years in continuous 
business than any other resident of the county ex- 
cepting one. 

G-eorgre H. Hovey, Druggist, corner of Main 
and School Streets. — Mr. Hovey, who is a native of 
New Hampshire, is a gentleman of many years' 
practical experience in the business, having been 
in practice in Greenfield since 1842. His store is 
very centrally located, and has a frontage of 25 feet 
and a depth of 75 feet. It is fitted up in the most 
elegant and attractive style, and includes an un- 
usually artistic soda fountain, and it is absolutely 
unrivaled in the town. The stock is a conlpre- 
hensive and well-selected one, comprising, as itdoes, 
full lines of fresh and pure drugs and medicines, all 
proprietary remedies of value, perfumery and toilet 
articles in profusion, confectionery, mineral and 
soda waters, while the greatest care is shown in the 
accurate and prompt compounding of physicians' 
prescriptions and family recipes. Mr. Hovey is a 
talented member of the pharmaceutical profession. 



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TOWN OF GREENFIELD. 



Cutler, Lyons & Field, Ladies', Misses', 
and Cliildren's Slioes. — A representative Greenfield 
business enterprise which can look back with ap- 
propriate pride upon a successful career of lifteen 
years is that of Messrs. Cutler, Lyons & Field, 
manufacturers of ladies', misses', and children's 
shoes. This busiucss was originally e.stablishe<l in 
1872 by Mr. N. 8. Cutler, the senior member of the 
firm, in a small way at Bernardston, a few miles 
from Greenfield. Here was duly inaugurated the 
nucleus of what is now a thriving and extensive 
business. A portion of the eight years of Mr. Cut- 
ler's operations at Bernardston his brother was as- 
sociated with him, and the business was conducted 
under the style and title of Cutler Bros., but on re- 
moval to Greenfield in 1880, for the purpose of 
more advantageously extending and expanding 
the operations, Mr. N. S. Cutler again assumed the 
entire control and proprietorship. In 1882, after 
twelve years' connection with the business as prac- 
tical cutter, pattern-maker, and foreman, Mr. Lyons 
was admitted as partner, having, in anticipation of 
such action, made a number of business trips among 
the patrons of tlie house, thereby familiarizing 
himself with the entire trade and its special re- 
quirements. For the two subsequent years the 
operations of the company continued to increase 
even beyond their expectations, so that Mr. 
Field, a gentleman of large business experience and 
formerly president, treasurer, and manager of the 
famous and extensive John Russell Cutlery Com- 
pany, of Turners Falls, was admitted into the 
firm as special partner, and since this action the 
firm has been known as Cutler, Lyons & Field. 
From the inception of the business in 1872 the 
concern has devoted itself to the manufacture of one 
special line of goods, viz., ladies', misses, and chil- 
dren's medium and fine shoes. Mr. Cutler's con- 
nection with the trade extends back to 18")8, and 
during the subsequent fourteen years previous to 
starting in Bernardston' he was connected with the 
retail jobbing and manufacturing consecutively, at 
Springtield, this State. This long experience of 
both the senior members of the firm affords them 
great advantages in the selection of stock, as well 
as the artistic construction of their wares, and the 
reputation of the goods made by this house stands 
A 1 in the estimation of its many patrons. Constant 
necessary additions have been made to the works, 
a new brick building, three stories in height, and 
110x26 feet in dimensions, having just been added, 
and new and improved labor-saving and perfecting 
machinery have been added from time to time, 
until at the present writing this establishment is on 
a par with any in the country for its special facili- 
ties for promptly filling tlie large orders intrusted 
to them. The services of more than a hundred 
employees are required to meet the growing de- 
mand. The works are in continuous operation the 
year round. Over five hundred pairs of slices is 
the average daily output, and every individual pair 
is fully and comjiletely guaranteed to be exactly as 
represented in the sale. The works comprise two 
main buildings, three stories in height, 110x20 feet 
in dimensions, and with a connecting front 10x20 
feet. Further power has recently been added by 
the introduction of a new and enlarged boiler and 
engine, and the capacity is now that of thirty-five 
horses, and when we add the fact that the firm 
have more than quadrupled their business since 
heir establishment in Greenfield in 1880, and that 



the services of five traveling men are now re- 
quired to one at the former date above mentioned, 
we think this speaks volumes for their enterprise 
and energy. 

Mansion House, Thompson & SchofT, Pro- 
prietors. — A veritable old landmark in this town is 
the popular and well-known hostelry, the Mansion 
House, of which Thompson & Schoffare the enter- 
prising and deservedly prosperous (proprietors, 
being in continuous and successful existence as a 
hotel for upward of half a century. "The house 
was formerly under the management of G. T. C. 
Holden, who conducted the business successfully 
during his regime. In February of 1886 it 
passed into the control of the present proprietors, 
who have since continued it with the most gratify- 
ing results. The building is an imposing three- 
story, 150xl20-foot brick structure, containing 
eighty well-ordered rooms, with a dining-room 
having a seating capacity for two hundred guests, 
and a stafT of thirty in help is in service. The 
house is well heated, lighted, and ventilated, and 
possesses excellent sanitary arrangements, and is 
thoroughly equipped with all modern improve- 
ments and appliances, including electric bells, 
speaking tubes, telephone, and every convenience 
to be found in a leading and well-ordered hostelry, 
and a first-class livery stable is also run in connec- 
tion. The appointments are in keeping with the 
rest of the accommodations, while the cuisine is 
the very best the market affords. The rates are 
three dollars per day, with sjiecial terms to com- 
mercial men and professionals, which are exceed- 
ingly moderate, the Mansion House being in all 
respects a hotel of great excellence in (Jreenfield. 
Messrs. S. I). Thompson and Alfred Schoff', com- 
posing the firm, are natives, respectively, of North 
Conway, N. H., and the city of Boston, are typical 
Bonifaces, genial, obliging, and attentive, 'fhey 
are also proprietors of the Kearsarge House, North 
Conway, N. H., one hour's ride from Fabyan's and 
Crawford's, through White Mountain Notch. 

C. M. Moody, Books, Stationery, Picture 
Frames, etc., No. 1 14 Main Street. — A prominent 
house engaged in the book and stationery line of 
business is that of Mr. C. M. Moody, which he 
originally established in 1809. The premises occu- 
pied are spacious and fitted up in a very handsome 
and appropriate manner. The stock consists of a 
large and comprehensive assortment of books, em- 
bracing Bibles, hymn and prayer books for all de- 
nomination.s, ancient and modern history, encyclo- 
paedias, dictionaries, works of truth and fiction by 
the most popular authors, poems, standard educa- 
tional books for seminaries, academies, and public 
schools, foreign and domeslicstationery of the finest 
quality, library, office, and school stationery of the 
very best quality, also a full and carefully selected 
assortment of stationers' fancy goods, printed legal 
forms of all descriptions, etc. He also carries a 
large stock of picture frames and moldings of the 
latest and most fashionable designs, and is prepared 
to make frames of any siioe or pattern at the sliortest 
possible notice. The trade is very large and ex- 
tensive, which necessitates the employment of as- 
sistants who are always prompt, intelligent, and 
attentive to the wants of patrons, while popular 
prices prevail. Mr. Moody is a native of this 
State. 



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J. W. Newell & Co., Booksellers, Station- 
ers, and Printers, No. 3 Bank Row. — In the "art 
preservative of all arts " it is safe to say that the 
firm of Messrs. J. W. Newell & Co. are unexcelled 
iu the city of Greenfield. They are widely known 
as booksellers, stationers, and printers. The busi- 
ness was first established in LS08 by Mr. L. Mer- 
riam. For some time afterward it was conducted 
imder the firm style of K. G. Tilton & Co., who in 
August, 1SS5, were succeeded by the present pro- 
prietors, Messrs. J. AV. Newell and E. W. BiUlard, 
under the firm name of J. W. Newell & Co. The 
firm occujiy a store 2.")x.50 feet in dimensions, and 
this is very handsomely fitted up and arranged. 
The stock includes a very fine assortment of books 
on all subjects, stationery of every description, an<l 
a complete line of blank books, all of which are 
offered at the lowest prices known to the trade. 
The firm take a leading position in their line of 
trade in the city, and their business transactions 
are of both a wholesale and retail character. Tlie 
firm undertake work in printing, engraving, litho- 
graphing, and blank-book making, which is per- 
formed with true artistic conception and fine re- 
sults. Their prices are invariably fair and reason- 
able. 

Anson Browning, Fine Clothing, Hats, 
Caps, etc.. Mansion House Block. — A noted hou.se 
engaged in dealing in tine, stylish clothing, fashion- 
able hats, caps, etc., and gentlemen s furnishing 
goods of every description, is that of Anson Brown- 
ing, whose establisliment is better known as Brown 
ing's Clothing Store. Mr. Browning first com- 
menced business in (ireenfield in 18(i<l, as dealer in 
dry goods, under the firm name of Browning & Co. 
In 1874 he purchased his present business, that had 
been established the year previous, and since that 
period he has devoted his capital and energies to 
the handling of a fine line of stylish ready-made 
clothing, fashionable hats, caps, etc. The store, 
which comprises a part of the ISIansion Honse Block, 
has a frontage of 25 feet and a depth of 75 feet. 
It is very t:istefnlly fitted up and am]ily arranged, 
and is splendidly lighted by two fine show windows. 
The stock has been very carefully selected and 
purchased direct from the manufacturers, and in 
the line of clothing embraces everything new and 
fjishionable, while in hats, caps, and gentlemen's 
general furnishing goods the stock is replete with 
everything stylish, of both foreign and domes- 
tic manufacture. The prices are always fair, while 
the proprietor, who was born at Coleraine, Mass., 
is spoken of throughout the community as honor- 
able and trustworthy in all his dealings. 

G. S. H. Comlns, D. D. S., Dentist, No. 
4 Bank Row. — One of the most prominent estab- 
lishments of this kind in Greenfield is that of Dr. 
G. S. II. Coniins, which was originally established 
in 1809 by Dr. C. C. Haskell, and who was succeeded 
by the present proprietor in 1886. The premises 
occupied are on the second floor, and consist of a 
large and luxuriously furnished parlor, an operat- 
ing-room, and laboratory. The difierent prepara- 
tions of cocaine and vapors for the alleviation of 
pain in sensitive teeth, previous to filling or ex- 
tracting, have proved of great success in his hands. ^ 
He also gives particular attention and is an expert 
in making teeth on gold, silver, rubber, or any of 
the plates now in use, and always guarantees per- 



fect comfort, convenience, and satisfaction at fair 
and reasonable charges. Dr. C'omins is a first-class 
dentist and a graduate of the New York College of 
Dentistry. He is a native of Ewing, Mass., and 
lias made himself very popular. 

S. Allen's Sons, Dealers in Hardware, Iron, 
and Steel. — A veritable landmark in this town is 
the old-established and well-known hardware honse 
of S. Allen's Sons, which was founded in the me- 
morable year of 1812, and has since been continued 
with uninterrupted success, being to-day the oldest, 
foremost, and best equipped concern engaged in this 
important branch of trade in Greenfield. Estab- 
lished by S. Allen, the business was conducted by 
the founder up to 1848, when it pa.ssed into tlie 
control of his .sons and successors, who changed the 
line of goods to hardware exclusively, and who 
have since carried it on with eminently satisfactory 
results, trading under the style of S. Allen's Sons. 
They occupy an entire three-story brick building, 
the first floor being 25x75 feet, and the three upi)er 
floors 50x75 feet in dimensions, comprising, besides 
a general line of hardware, mechanics' tools, build- 
ers' supplies, iron, steel, and nails, also a fine line 
of agricultural implements, garden tools, housefur- 
nishing goods, and cutlery. The trade, which is. 
both wholesale and retail, is large, the annual trans- 
actions reaching a very handsome figure, and ex- 
tends to most of the towns and villages tliroughout 
thecounty. Messrs. W. H. and F. R. Allen, com- 
posing the firm, are natives of Greenfield. 

Alexander W. Oreen, Dealer in Furni- 
ture of all kinds and Household Decorations, No. 
54 Main Street.— The perfection attained in the 
manufacture of furniture of fine quality may be 
plainly seen in Greenfield by calling on Mr. Alex- 
ander W. Green, the well-known dealer in parlor, 
bedroom, dining-room, and kitchen fm-niture, and 
household decorations of every description. This 
enterprise was founded iu 1878 by the present pro- 
prietor, who brought to bear upon it a vast range 
of practical e.xperience in his line of trade. His 
business premises consi-st of a four-story frame 
building .50x1)0 feet in dimensions, with a wing at- 
tached of 25x25 feet in size. The premises are 
handsomely fitted up throughout and admirably 
arranged. The stock comprises everything needed 
for the furnishing of a hou.se from cellar to garret, 
and all the goods are of the best material, the finest 
workmanshiii, and of the newest description. The 
patronage of the honse is large and increasing. Mr. 
Green also conducts a large business as an under- 
taker and emhalmer, and keeps on hand a full line 
of funeral recpiisites, and prompt attention is given 
to the interment of tlie dead, the charges being al- 
ways reasonable. Jlr. Green is a native of Troy. 

Warner Mannfaiturins- Company, 

Manufacturers of Children's Carriage Hardware 
and Silver-Plated Knivesand Flatware.— This con- 
cern is one of the oldest and best-known manufac- 
turers of its particular specialties in the United 
States. Their customers are scattered throughout 
nearly all the States and Canada, and increasing 
year by year as the growth of the children's car- 
riage trade extends. The proprietors are Henry 
W. Warner and John II. Sanderson, both well- 
known business men in Greenfield for mar.y 
years. 



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C. A. "Van T>oorn & Co., Paperhangings, 
Curtains, Sliades, Crockery, Glassware, Lamps, and 
Housekeeping Goods. — The liouse of Messrs. C. A. 
\'an Doom & Co. was founded by Mr. C. A. Van 
Doom in 1877, and from the date of its commence- 
ment has always enjoyed a liberal and substantial 
))atronage. Tlie premises occupied are spacious, 
consisting of a store and basement. Tlie store is 
very handsomely appointed, audadmiraWy fitted nji. 
The stock consists of a large assortment of paper- 
liangings, embracing all the latest designs of bor- 
ders, fringes, centres, corners, dadoes, edgings, in- 
grains, and Lincrusta Waltons from the most 
famous manufacturers in Europe or America. Tlie 
supply of window shades comprises all the newest 
and most fashionable designs, such as tlie gold 
band, dadoed, and fringed, and also opaques, red, 
Scotch, and American Hollands of all colors and 
widths, which are .sold by the yard, wliile the rus- 
tic and other varieties complete an assortment that 
cannot be surpassed in tliis portion of the State. 
With this assortment tliey also carry a full line of 
fixtures of every description. The china and 
crockery department contains all the latest and 
most fashionable designs of imported and domestic 
wares, either decorated and ])lain, and the stone 
nnd yellow ware is of the very best Rockingham 
and other m ikes. The table cutlery and other 
housekeeping goods assortment is thorough and 
complete and anything desired can be found here 
in profusion. The line of lamj)s and chandeliers 
comprises everything that can be thought of that 
properly belongs to such a dejiartment, also flowcr- 
jioLs, brackets,aud chains, etc., etc. In silver-plated 
ware of the very best quality of triple-plate, from 
the leading manufacturers, this house has especial 
advantages. Buying directfrom the producers,tliey 
can offer these goods at prices that cannot be sur- 
passed, leading features being tea sets, cake bas- 
kets, casters, table knives, forks, spoons, etc., etc. 
The trade is wholesale and retail, and extends 
throughout the surrounding country. All goods 
are marked down to the lowest price consistent 
with a living business, while for out of-town cus- 
tomers the very cheapest freights are secured to all 
jioints. Mr. Van Doom was bom in Brattleboro, 
Vt., and lias resided here for a number of years. 

J. H. Tjanib, Dealer in Pianos, Organs, Sheet 
Music, and everything in the Music Line, No. 8 
liank Row. — A prominent house engaged in the 
music trade in Green fieldis thatof Mr. j. H. Lamb, 
v/hich was established by him in 1863, and from 
the date of its inception has enjoyed a flourishing pa- 
tronage. The premises occupied are very spacious, 
and are very handsomely and appropriately fitted, 
and supplied with every convenience for the com- 
fort of customers, and are fully stocked with a 
splendid assortment of pianos, organs, and other 
musical instruments and merchandise. He repre- 
sents the following dilTerent piano-forte manufac- 
turers: Fisher, Ilaynes, Weber, and Guild, also the 
Tabor, Palace, and Rurdett organs. He also carries 
afulllineofstring, reed, brass, and wind instruments, 
also all the latest and most popular sheet music as 
published is to be found in his establishment as 
well as instruction books, and is prepared to furnish 
anything in the music line at the shortest possible 
notice. His prices arc as low as can be made con- j 
.sistent with a living business. Mr. Lamb is a native 
of Vermont, but has resided here for many vears. 



C. P. Forbes, Dealer in Fine Watches, 
Clocks, Jewelry, iSilver and Plated Ware, Fancy 
(ioods, etc.. No. 1 Mansion House Block. — A very 
])rominent house engaged in this trade in (ireen- 
Held is that of Mr. C'. P. Forbes, No. 1 Mansion 
House Block, which was established by him over a 
score of years ago. The premises occupied are 
litted up in a magnificent manner. Theas.sortment 
of goods is full and complete, and comi)rises tine 
gold and silver watches of the be:^t American and 
European manufacture, elegant jewelry, such as 
jilain and fancy rings, crosses, bracelets, sets, neck- 
laces, watch-chains and charms, diamonds, rubies, 
and other precious stones set in the most artistic 
and uuiijue designs, etc., also solid and silver-plated 
ware, clocks of foreign and domestic production, 
opera-glasses, and other optical goods, besides a 
large stock of other fancy articles. The repairing 
of tine watches and jewelry receives es|)ecial atten- 
tion, while all goods sold are warranted to be as 
represented, and the prices are most reasonable. 
Mr. Forbes is a native of Deerfield, Mass., and has 
resided here for many years. 

Boston Shoe Store, No. 55 Main Street, 
Geo. Y. Young & ('o.. Proprietors. — The boot and 
shoe trade of Greenfield lias an excellent repre- 
sentative in the person of Mr. George \. Y^oung, 
the proprietor of the well-known and popular 
lioston Shoe Store. Mr. Young founded his enter- 
prise in 1878, under the style of the Sovereign Co- 
operative Association. In ( )ctober, 1885, he changed 
this to the Boston Shoe Store. From its inception 
to the ])resent it has always commanded a large 
patronage, and this is increasing year by year. 
The store is splendidly lighted by two fine show 
windows, handsomely iitted u]i throughout, and 
attractively arranged for the dis]>lay of the fine 
stock of boots, shoes, slippers, rubbers, etc., in all 
the prevailing styles, and suited for ]>erson3 of both 
sexes, of all ages and sizes, and in all conditions of 
life. The establishment is enabled to sell at the 
lowest figures, and to command a large and ever- 
growing patronage, which has doubled in volume 
during the past year. The proprietor recognizes 
no rivals in trade, but keeping superior goods, he 
pursues his business upon the most honorable and 
satisfactory principles. 

Hawks & Reed, Fine Clothing, Gents' Fur- 
nishing (ioods. Hats, Caps, etc., Arms' Block. — 
Messrs. Hawks & Reed established this business in 
1877, and from the date of its inception they have 
been the recipients of a very liberal patronage. The 
premises occupied are centrally located, and are 
fitted up in a very handsome and elegant manner. 
The stock consists of a full and complete line of 
ready-made clothing for gents', youth.s', and boys' 
wear of every description, which has been carefully 
selected and is attractively arranged. They also 
carry a large assortment of gents' furnishing goods, 
such as underwearof the latest and nio.st fashionable 
designs, dress-shirts, hosiery, gloves, etc., while their 
line of hats and caps are unrivaled for quality of 
material, finish, and fashion.ible styles. They are 
also agents for the celebrated Dunlap hat, which is 
acknowledged to be the best made. A specialty is 
made of gentlemen's kid and driving gloves. "The 
individual members of the firm are A. E. Hawks, 
who was bom in Vermont, and F. H. Reed, a native 
of this State. 



TOWN OF TURNERS FALLS. 



Turners Fall?, a part of the town of Montague, is the most important, most populous, and most 
prosperous village contained within the town limits. Although of recent growth, having been founded 
in 1867, it has made rapid strides toward commercial greatness, and promises to become, at no far dis- 
tant day, one of the most important manufacturing points in America. The magical rise and rapid 
progress of this village owes itsorigin to the sagacious energy and enterprise of Colonel Alvah Crocker 
of Fitchburg, Mass., wlio died while a member of Congress, in 1874. A man of great wealth, while 
searching for a more direct railway route from Miller's Falls to Greenfield, he was quick to observe the 
magnificent water-power nature had furnished the Connecticut river at this point, and .soon after, in 
company with other capitalists, organized the Turners Falls Company, the province of which wa.s to 
improve the site for manufacturing purpose.s, and through which all the great mills at the village are 
supplied with water-power. In 1866-67 this company built a bulkhead at a cost of $24,000, and the 
present dam at an expense of $105,000, the width from shore to shore being upward of five hundred 
feet, and the fall over the dam about thirty feet — the entire fall controlled by the company being eighty 
feet and the fall-power equal to the strength of thirty thousand horses. The company's canal has cost 
upward of $175,000. The capital of the company, originally §200,000, has almost doubled in volume, 
and its assets include, besides the dam and canal, upward of thirteen hundred acres of land, covering a 
long stretch of mill sites on the river front, building sites, and other real estate, as well as the water-right 
at Factory Village, in Greenfield. Four large paper manufactories, the oldest and largest cutlery 
manufactory in the country, besides a large manufactory of turbine wheels, rotary pumps, circular saw- 
mills, etc., and an extensive cotton-mill, now enjoy the great advantages of this situation, and it bids 
fair to rival Holyoke, Lowell, and other great manufacturing centres before many years. 

The village contains a population of nearly twenty-five hundred souls, while the manufacturing 
interests give employment to some two thousand hands, both male and female, a considerable number 
living outside the village limits. The village contains a fine hotel, a national and savings bank, four 
churches, two handsome and costly schools, a steam fire-engine with a company of eighteen members, a 
weekly newspaper, several handsome brick business blocks, a public library, and many elegant private 
residences. At this point the Connecticut river is spanned by two fine suspension bridges, one con- 
necting Montague with Greenfield, the other connecting Montague with Gill, and costing respectively 
f 36,000 and $42,000. 

The village is one of the termini of a branch of the Fitchburg railroad, connecting this point with 
Cxreenfield, the New Haven and Northampton railroad also having a station at the village; and it 
does not require much wisdom to prophesy pretty accurately a continuous development of the natural 
advantages of the village. 



Crocker National Bank.— Among the 
best-conducted and most stable and reliable financial 
institutions in this county can be named the Crocker 
National Bank of this town, which since its incep- 
tion, nearlv fifteen years ago, has evermaintained a 
record of steady progress and prosperity, it.s excel- 
lent condition to-day being a high tribute to the 
sound judgment, vigilance, and ability of those in- 
trusted with its management from the start. The 
"Crocker National" was organized and duly in- 
corporated in 1872, under the national banking act, 
with a capital stock of S.S00,000, and its surplus 
fund now of over $60,000, and undivided profits 
mounting to some $27,000, not only attest thea 
stability of the bank, but places its officers and di- 
rectors far beyond the requirement of any meed of 



praise these pages could bestow. The premises oc- 
cupied are ample and commodious, and handsomely 
fitted up, and altogether, an exceedingly fine busi- 
ness is transacted, banking hours being from nine 
A. M. to three P. M., correspondents also being main- 
tained in New York and Boston, the National Bank 
of the Reimblic, of the former city, and the Com- 
monwealth National Bank, of the latter, performing 
these functions. The officers are: R. N. Oaknian, 
jiresident (elected fall of 1876), and D. P. Aber- 
crombie (who has filled the position since 1876), 
cashier, natives, respectively, of Turners Falls and 
Lunenburg, Mass. They are both gentlemen of 
the highest jiersonal integrity as well as excellent 
business ability, and enjoy the confidence and es- 
teem of the entire community. 

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TOWN OF TURNERS FALLS. 



Clark Machine Company, ^lanufac- 
turers of the None-Such Turbine Wheel, Improved 
Rotary Pumps, Shafting and Mill Gearing and 
Castings of ever)' description. — The Clark Ma- 
chine Company has been successful in jierfecting a 
turbine wheel that is now a very popular wheel 
in the market, andwhich they confidently guarantee 
to do from ten to twenty-five per cent, more actual 
work with the same amount of water than any 
other wheel in use. In 1879, after some thirteen 
years' experience and experiment, this company 
put upon the market their no w famous " None-Such " 




turbine to meet the long-felt wants of our manu- 
facturers, and which from its simplicity in con- 
struction, great strength and power, and great 
capacity, togetlier with the entire absence of traps 
about it, bronght it to the forefront at once. This 
is a flume wheel, and one of four foet in dimensions 
gives as much )ii)wer as most other five-foot wheels. 
The wheel itself is inclosed with an iron band that 
secures the bucket in position, and so arranged as 
to give an easy and natural tiow of water through 
the wheel. It has a cylinder gate that opens and 
closes easily under any head, and shuts tight. In 
general appearance this wheel resembles others of 
3. like kind, but a careful examination shows it to 



be what its name implies — "nothing like it," "no 
equal." A test of a forty-inch wheel, the first 
made, gave one-hundred-and-ten-horse power under 
seventeen-foot jiead, and seventy-seven per cent, of 
the power of the water. This wheel was sold to 
the Turners Falls Lumber Company, and increases 
their production twenty-five per cent. A late test 
of a twenty-four-inch wheel gave forty-hor.se power 
under seventeen-foot head, and eighty per cent, of 
the [lower of the water. Many manufacturers who 
were wasting one-fourth of tlieir power by the use 
of other wheels are now using the "None-Such" 
with perfect satisfaction, and all in want of a relia- 
ble, first-class wheel need look no farther, as every 
wheel sold by this reliable concern is fully guaran- 
teed to do the amount of work represented. Late 
improvements for a [jartial gate and an easy-work- 
ing gate is another step onward, and fully entitles 
the "None-Such" to all that its name implies. 




Thousands of mill owners to-day are wanting a 
first-class wheel that can be placed outside of the 
flume or attached to the penstock, one they can get 
to at any time, and so save the expenseof a new flume. 
Tomeetthis want the Clark MachineCompanyhave 
perfected their " New Iron Case Turbine Wheel," 
which completely remedies the old diSiculty of 
choking up, and is the equal of the flume wheel on 
part or full gate. The ca.se has division plates or 
chutes, so that one-half or three-quarters of the 
capacity of the wheel can be used with nearly as 
good a percentage of water and speed as when on 
full gate. It lias but one gate, which moves easily 
and shuts tight, so that the pond will fill up when 
the wheel is idle. This wheel is not ea-sily choked 
up with sticks or anchor ice, and the buckets are so 
shaped and curved as to get the direct action of the 
water in its full force and its weight also. The 
wheel has an iron band that protects the buckets 
and secures them in position. It needs only to be 
seen to be fidly appreciated. Many who are using 
them say they work to perfection both in ])Ower 
and economy of water. By simply stating what 
the head and fall is, and what will be required of 
the wheel, this company will give you the best size 
for the place, and warrant the wheel to do what is 
claimed for it. A few years ago fire pumps were 
practically unknown, while to-day they are con- 
sidered a neces.sary feature in all large niannfiic- 
turing establishments. As their importance is 
realized, and the demand increases, better and more 



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reliable pumps are called for. It is now ten years 
since this cnnipany commenced tlie manufacture of 
rotary pumps, and after much careful study and 
experimenting they finally constructed what is 
widely known as the twin rotary pump, which has 




THE NONE-srCII PUMP. 

proved its superiority over all others; but, not con- 
tent with a pump even so near perfection, this en- 
terprising company moved on, creating new and 
important improvements, and obtained letters patent 
on tlie same, finally realizing what is known as the 
"None-Sueli" pump. The desideratum sought in 
all rotary pumps is to liave the case and piston ad- 
justable, otherwise a pump is of comparatively 
little value. Various plans devised for accom- 
plishing the object witli inside attachments Iiave 
all serious as well as vital objections. Tlie salient 
feature of the " None-Such" remedies all these ob- 
jections by doing away with them, and at the same 
time secures the adjustment in the most simple and 
perfect manner possible. Tliey also make two sup- 
plementary bearings for each shaft close np to the 
pistons, tlius supporting the shafts more iirndy and 
securing less vibration of pistons. The driving 
gears are ])laced inside and between two bearings, 
instead of outside as formerly, thus securing smooth 
and cool running shafts. They have also improved 
the style of their pi.stons, so that they give a sweep 
and rolling motion combined, thus clearing tliem- 
selves, instead of grinding together whatever comes 
between them. The peculiar shape and finish of 
the piston.s, showing their special adaptation to the 
work required of them, their accuracy in keeping 
up the contact between each other and the case, 
prove their mathematical correctness. But the 
great feature in their latest improvement is the 
entirely new plan of making the entire case ad- 
justable to the pistons at any time, thus securing 
the great object sought in rotary pnmps williout 
any traps in the inside of the case. These pumps 
only require to be seen to be fully appreciated, and 
notwithstanding the great e.tpen.se incurred in 
making the recent improvements, by which the 
value is enhanced fully one hundred per cent., tpoy 
are still sold at the regular prices. This comj-.any 
also furnish shafting and gearing ai"! ^.ii kinds 
of mill work to order, make castings oi every de- 
scription, and also have a special department for 
repairing of every nature connected with manu- 
facturing establishments, tliis being an important 
feature of the works. The present copartners, 
Messrs. A. S. Clark, W. B. Burnham, and A. O. 
Wyman, are all thoroughly practical in their call- 
ing, fully conversant willi all the details of the 
manufacture, as well as the requirements of the 
trade, and the spacious works are fully equipped 



with the latest improved machinery, appliances, and 
tools to be anywhere obtained. Fifty experienced 
workmen are employed, and water is the power 
used. The trade of the Iiouse extends all over the 
United States and Canada, and is rapidly increas- 
ing, owing to tlie uniform superiority 
of the goods they manufacture, and 
the signal success the company have 
achieved is only commensurate with 
the energy they have displayed and 
the integrity and fair business methods 
which invariably accompany all the 
dealings of the house with tlieir many 
patrons. 

The Montague Paper Com- 
pany, I!. N. Farran, President, W. 
1). Russell, Treasurer and Agent. — 
The manufactureof paper has from the 
time of the " papyrus " of the ancient 
Egyptians up to the present time, 
played a prominent and useful part in the 
world's history. In this connection we desire to 
direct special attention to the progressive and 
representative Montague Paper Company, wliose 
extensive mills are eligibly located at Turn- 
ers I'alls. This company was incorporated in 1871 
with a paid-up capital of ^400,000, and since its 
organization at the above-named date has had a 
prosperous and steadily enlarging career of useful- 
ness, its trade extending all over the United States 
and Canada. The officers of the Montague Paper 
Company are Mr. B. N. Farran, jiresident, and Mr. 
W. I). Russell, treasurer and agent, both of whom 
are thorougldy practical men, possessing an inti- 
mate knowledge of every detail of the business 
and the requirements of the trade. The j)remises 
occupied for manufacturing purposes cover five 
acres, and comprise fifteen buildings, which are ad- 
mirably equipjicd with all modern machinery, in- 
cluding seventeen washing ami beating engines, 
twelve pulp machines, six wet machines, four Jor- 
dan engines, six Gould engines, and four splendid 
Fourdrinier machines. The machinery isoperated 
by eighteen powerful turbine wheels of three 
thousand-horse power, wliile two hundred and 
eighty experienced oi)eratives are employed in the 
various dejiartments. The company produces in 
large quantities book and news paper, which for 
uniformity, quality, strength, finish and excellence 
lias no superior in this or any other market. The 
resources of the company are such that the largest 
orders can be promptly filled and with perfect sat- 
isfiiction to the trade. Ftjrty thousand pounds of 
this superior paper are produced every twenty-four 
liours, which quantity is barely sufficient to meet 
the demands of patrons. The characteristics 
which regulate the policy of this reliable company 
are such as to entitle it to every consideration, 
while the extent of its business has made it a per- 
manent one in Massachusetts, and the inducements 
offered to customers in paper and prices are of the 
most favorable characler. Messrs. Farran and Rus- 
sell, the officers, are highly regarded in mercantile 
and manufacturing circles. This company is com- 
mended to our readers as one capable of meeting 
all the requirements of the trade, and those enter- 
ing into business relations with it may be assured 
of treatment and advantages in keeping witli the 
liberal and just commercial policy that has brought 
it to its present position. 



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TOWN OF TURNERS FALLS. 



John Russell Cutlery Company, Green 
River Works, Manufacturers of Taljle and Pocket 
Cutlery, Electro-Plated Ware, etc., K. N. Oak- 
man, Jr., Treasurer, and W. P. Dustin, Agent. 
— In mi branch of industry in the United 
States have more rapid strides been made than in 
the manufacture of cutlery of every description. 
For many years, even for ordinary goods, we were 
■compelled to look to Great Britain for our supply, 
but at the present day, throu,gh the energy, ability, 
and enterprise of our representative manufacturers, 
cutlery is produced in America quite eipial, if not 
superior, to goods made abroad. Tlie leading man- 
ufactory of cutlery in the United States is that of 
the John Russell Cutlery Company, whose exten- 
sive Green River Works are situated at Turners 
Falls, Mass. This business was founded by John 
Russell, of Greenfield, who was born in 17'J7. He 
was a man of remarkable business capacity, ability, 
and integrity. In 1834, being engaged in the man- 
ufacture of edge tools, such as chisels, etc., lie com- 
menced upon a small scale the production of table 
cutlery. This was the first attempt made to intro- 
duce this branch of industry into the United 
States. At first the attempt appeared to be a fail- 
ure, the goods did not pay the cost of manufacture. 
Mr. Ru.ssell, however, with characteristic energy 
and zeal, still persevered in the attempt, though lie 
had to contend not only against the difficulties in- 
lierent in a new enterprise, but also against the 
foolish prejudice against American cutlery. His 
goods, though quite equal to those imported from 
Sheffield, Eng., could not be sold as readily or as 
well. Eventually he succeeded in every particular, 
and now the cutlery goods of the John Russell 
Cutlery Company are unrivaled for quality, finish, 
durability, reliability, and excellence by those of 
the most celebrated English manufacturers. In 
1873 the present company was duly incorporated 
with a capital of $450,000. The officers of the 
company, who are highly regarded in manufactur- 
ing and mercantile circles for their sound business 
principles, enterprise, skill, and integrity, are the 
following, viz.: Charles A. Stevens, president; R. 
N. Oakiiian, Jr., treasurer; W. P. Dustin, agent. 
The works of the John Russell Cutlery Company 
are very spacious and commodious. They are 
equipped with all the latest improved tools, ma- 
chinery, and appliances known to the trade. The 
buildings are arranged in the form of a parallelo- 
gram, inclosing a middle building and yard. The 
two larger factories are each 600x50 feet, rising 
four stories on the inner and two stories on the 
outer side. The interior building is 603x40 feet, 
and is devoted to the various smith shops. The 
machinery is operated by superior turbine wheels, 
whose aggregate power is estimated to be equal to 
that of twelve hundred horses. The ventilation of 
the buildings is perfect, and in the grinding rooms, 
where from the immense amount of work per- 
formed the dust would be oppressive and injurious to 
health, it is all carried ofT by an excellent system 
of fans, etc., so that the air is perfectly pure. 
Eight hundred skillful and experienced operatives 
are employed in the various depart tnenls, and the 
sales of the company amount to upward of .§1, 500,- 
000 annually. The goods of this popular house 
are in great demand from Canada to Texas and 
from Maine to California. A large export trade is 
likewise conducted with Canada, Mexico, the West 
Indies, Sopth America, Europe, India, and .Austra- 



lia. The company manufactures in vast quantities 
all kinds of table and pocket cutlery, butchers', 
hunters', painters', and druggists' knives, electro- 
plated ware, etc., which rank with the best on 
the market. Every day three tons of steel are 
used in this establishment, with immense quantities 
of silver, ivory, horn, bone, ebony, rosewood, coal, 
charcoal, grindstones, emery, etc. The rapid 
growth of the company's business presents a forcible 
illustration of the material benehts arising from a 
Federal policy affording protection to domestic in- 
dustries, and resulting in the development of the 
nation's wonderful resources. The business of the 
John Russell Cutlery Company is not only a source 
of pride to Massachusetts but to the entire country, 
while the officers, thoroughly educated to their 
calling, are well qualified to attend to it in all its 
branches, and with perfect satisfaction to their nu- 
merous customers in all parts of the civilized 
world. 

Keith Paper Company, Turners Falls. — 
The paper industry of the United States is one of 
the earliest, and at the present day one of the 
most prosperous, of American manufactures. New 
ways and methods are slowly learned, and for many 
years American paper occupied a very inferior po- 
sition in the market. Eventually, however, during 
the last quarter of a century, through the energy, 
skill, and enterprise of our manufacturers, domestic 
paper has driven the foreign article almost entirely 
away and now occupies the post of honor. Promi- 
nent among the principal manufacturers thus re- 
ferred to is the representative Keith Paper Company, 
whose mills are advantageously located at Turners 
F'alls. This business was duly incorporated in 1871 
with a paid-up capital of $255,000, under the style 
and title of the Keith Paper Company, since which 
period it has built up a permanent and influential 
patronage in all sections of the United States. The 
company's ample resources, perfected and extended 
plant, and the experience and skill of its manager, 
all combine to maintain it in the van of this indus- 
try. The premises occupied are very spacious and 
convenient, and comprise several superior buildings 
which are admirably equipped with all moderui 
appliances and paper-making machinery. Two 
hundred operatives are employed, and the ma- 
chinery is driven by water power. The daily out- 
put amounts to upward of five tons. The Keith 
Paper Company manufactures principally fine 
writing papers, both flat and folded. The celebra- 
ted Westlock and Ravelstone brands of paper are 
made atthisestablisbment,whichareso well known 
and in such great demand throughout the country, 
and which for quality, finish, and general excel- 
lence have no superior in this or any other market. 
The growth and prosperity of the Keith Paper 
Company are only commensurate with the energy 
and ability of its late manager, Mr. John Keith, who 
likewise filled the offices of president and treasurer 
up to the time of his decease, which occuri-ed Oc- 
tober 19th, 18S6, and who was superseded as presi- 
dent b>' ex-Governor Alexander H. Rice, of Boston. 
Mr. C. M. Burnett is the present treasurer and 
manager, and is most eminently qualified for the 
arduous duties of these positions, from the fact of 
his having been Mr. Keith's confidential assistant 
in the management of the works since their founda- 
tion. The mills are situated on the Fitchburg and 
New Haven and Nnrtharanton railroads. 



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Crocker Institiitiou for Savings, J. 

H. Root, President; G. L. Rist, Vice-President; 
D. P. Abercronibie, Treasurer ; W. II. P. (iilniore, 
Secretary. — -Tliis deservedly popular and excellent 
institution is the only savings bank in the town, 
and the oldest bank of any kind here. Incorpo- 
rated in 18G9 and being conducted on sound busi- 
ness principles, and its management characterized 
hv foresight and judicious enterprise, coupled with 
ability and integrity, its history from the start has 
been a record of steady progress and prosperity, 
and sustaining, to-day, a prominent position among 
the stable and reliable tinancial institutions of this 
county. A Hourisliing business is transacted, tlie 
same giving evidence of constant and substantial 
increase annually, and the connections of the bank 
are of the most desirable character, the total de- 
posits, as per statement of June 2(!th, 1886, being 
$•500,154.37, the guaranty fund reaching the sum of 
^iBjTOO. The building is a three-story 60x85 brick 
and granite structure, with spacious and liandsome 
offices, a tiled floor, and fine cherry-wood fixtures, 
rendering the place very inviting, and banking 
hours are from nine a. ji. to three p. >r. Tlie offi- 
cers are as follows: J. H. Root, president (elected 
January 1st, 1886, formerly vice-president); G. L. 
Rist, vice-president (recently elected) ; D. P. Aber- 
cronibie, treasurer (elected 1876); and W. H. P. 
Gilmore, secretary (elected 1877). Messrs. Root 
and Abercrombie are natives respectively of Mon- 
tague and Lunenburg, Mass., and Messrs. Rist and 
Gilmore of Turners Falls. They are all men of 
sound judgment and excellent business ability, and 
enjoy a deservedly high reputation throughout the 
community, alike in financial and business circles 
and in social life. 

Turners Falls Cotton Mill, Manufac- 
turers of Light Weiglit Cottons in various counts 
and widths. — A leading and representative concern 
is that of the Turners Falls Cotton Mill, manuiai- 
turers of cheese cloth and cotton buntings, whose 
products are in steady demand all over the country. 
This flourishing enterprise was started in 1879, and 
was incorporated under the laws of the State of' 
Massachusetts in 1882. The mill is a capacious' 
structure, being a four-story brick buildiug :i50x72 ' 



feet, witli a three-story extension 90x50 feet, loca- 
ted on the New Haven and Northampton and the 
Fitcliburg railroads, and supplied with water power, 
thorouglily equipped with the most improved ma- 
chinery, running three hundred and twenty-five 
looms (with a building capacity for five hundred). 
One hundred and sixty hands are now emjiloycd on 
light weight cottons of all counts and widths, in- 
cluding the popular buntings so well known as the 
National A and E, the Ferndale, the Royal Circas- 
sian, and the Egyptian Torinis cloth. The selling 
agents of tlie mills are the Griswoldville Manufac- 
turing t^ompany, located at No. 51 Leonard street, 
New Vork city. The officers of the company are : 
E. L). Griswold, president; Joseph Griswold, treas- 
urer, and Lorenzo Griswold, agent, all natives of 
Griswoldville, town of Coleraine, Mass. 

Turners Falls Paper Company.— En- 
gaged in the manufacture of paper the State of 
lilassachusetts contains some leading and flourishing 
concerns, among which may be mentioned the 
widely known TurnersFallsPaperCompan}', whose 
products are in steady and extensive demand all 
over the country, owing to the uniforndy high 
standard of excellence they maintain. This com- 
pany, of which B,N. Farren is president and Wil- 
lard E. Everett treasurer and agent, was duly 
incorporated under the laws of the State in 1879, 
with a capital of $12(J,0U(J, and the trade grew 
and extended from the start, until now it is ex- 
ceedingly heavy. The mill is a capacious brick 
building, being an irregular structure, the main 
part of which is two stories high and the ends one 
story each, the superficial dimensions being about 
65x250 feet, and employment is afl'orded to upward 
of sixtj' hands. Both .steam and water motive 
])ower is used, two one thousand two hundred 
pound engines, two five-hundred pound engines, 
and two Gould engines being in service, also one 
Jordan engine, together with three three-hundred 
horse power water-wheels, and over twelve thousand 
pounds of paper is the average production every 
twenty-four hours, the demand being fully com- 
mensurate with the capacity of the establishment 
and the energy and ability displayed in its 
uaaagement. 



CITY OF PITTSFIELD. 



The territory embraced within the boundary lines of Berkshire county is not ofily the site of the 
most cliarming scenery in the State of Massachusetts, but has been visited, lauded and loved time out 
of mind as one of the beauty spots of the country. It lies against the western line of tlie Common- 
wealth, touching Vermont on the north and Connecticut on the south, and is the most elevated county 




BERKSIIIRK LIFE ISsrRANI'E COJIPAXYS lU'I I.I'l N' ;. 

in the State. Tha city of Pittsfield is its capital, and no county in all New England has a judicial seat 
more delightfully set, nor one that better deserves the setting in which it is framed. 

The site now occupied by Pittsfield was originally settled by white people in the year 1752, and 

was called Pontoosuc by the Indians, a name meaning "a run for deer." Solomon Deming and his 

family were the pioneers, who came nii here from Wethersfield, Conn., to take their chances among the 

red men. In the year 1735 the territory had been granted to Boston, and was known as Boston Plan- 

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CITY OF P/TTSFIELD. 



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tation until 1743, when it was sold bodily to Jacob Wendell, and bore the name of Wendell's Town np 
to the date of its incorporation in 17G1, at which time it was duly cliristened with tlie name it has since 
borne, in honoi; of the English statesman, William Pitt. 

Pittsfield is located about midway of the county nortli and south, due west from Boston one 
hundred and fifty-one miles, and one hundred and thirty miles north-uortheast from New York city. 
Its natural location is unique. It is the lap of a valley gemmed with numerous lakes and lakelets, and 
traversed by rivers and smaller streams. Of the former there are no less than half a dozen, wliose out- 
lets form the Housatonic, which runs through the city, and at this point is several hundred feet higher 
than the head of Mount Holyoke. The Pontoosuc, a western branch of the Housatonic, lias its source 
in a small lake partly in Pittstield and partly in Lanesborough. These streams, together with Shaker 
brook, furnish a strong, unfailing water-power, which is turned to large and profitable account in the 
operation of mill and factory machinery. The town of Lenox, famed as the summer home of not a 
few notables and many men and women of culture, is only six miles to the south, and Stockbridge, 
scarcely less celebrated in the same way ; to the east lie some of the finest stock farms this side of 
Kentucky, while on the west are Lebanon Springs and the Mount Lebanon Shakers. 

Pittsfield is as fortunate in itself, however, as it is in its natural location, advantages and surround- 
ings. It is a full-fledged, handsome and progressive city of fifteen thousand people, who not only keep 
it inviting and healthy, but are proud of it as a business mart and manufacturing centre. Situated on 
the Boston and Albany, the Housatonic and Pittsfield, and the North Adams railroads, its passenger 
and freight transportation facilities to and from every point of the compass are quick and ample. Its 

streets are regular, broad and clean, overarched by 
splendid elms and majjles, lined by substantial busi- 
ness blocks and elegant private residences, impossi- 
ble except under conditions of assured and assuring 
prosperity and wealth. 

In the heart of the town is the park, a monu- 
ment in memory of Pittsfield soldiers who partici- 
pated in the War of the Kebellion its most con- 
spicuous feature of interest. Overlooking this park 
are some of the most noticeable of the public build- 
ings that adorn the city and command the attention 
of visitors — the Court-IIou.se, of white marble, the 
Berkshire Life Insurance Company's building, the 
First Congregational Church, St. Steijlien's Episco- 
pal Church, and the Berkshire Athena?um. 

The Athena'um is one of the indispensable in- 
stitutions of the city, well patronized, well supported, 
and in the way of being well endowed, also. Incor- 
porated in 1871, this association isdevoted to litera- 
ture, science and the arts, and is in possession of several valuable collections of books, local relics, and 
cabinets. In 1872 Phineas Allen, a prominent citizen, died, by whose will the Athena;um will inherit 
some $50,000, after the fulfilment of certain life interests in his estate. Meanwhile the city gives it 
$2,000 a year. The present handsome and convenient structure was erected in 1876 by Mr. Thomas 
Allen, of St. Louis, who spends his summers here. The library is absolutely free. 

Conspicuous among other buildings of a public character are the Academy of Music, one of the 
finest of its kind in this section; the jail, the Roman Catholic Church of St. Joseph, and several 
hotels. 

The House of Mercy is the outcome of the benevolent spirit of Pittstield women, a few of whom 
associated themselves in 1876, rented a house, and opened it as an hospital. The building now occupied 
was erected in 1877, and is everything its name imports. 

Pittsfield has always been celebrated for the public and private means of education it aftbrds. In 
addition to the High School, more than a score and a half of other common schools provide the best of 
instruction for the sons and daughters of its citizens, while several seminaries of learning of a superior 
grade enjoy a wide reputation for efficient methods and faithful, thorough teaching. 

A dozen church organizations, representative of the principal denominations common to the State, 
are a source of religious culture and devotion, while one daily and two weekly journals successfully 
cater to the demand for local news. 




MAPLEWOOD PROMENADE. 



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Four banking institutions furnish financial accommodations to our citizens. The Agricultural 
National Bank h;is a capital of j!2UO,000 and a surplus $50,000 larger; the Pittsfield National Bank, 
with a capital of $500,000, has a surplus of §200,000; the Third National Bank is backed by $125,000 
and a $25,000 surplus, and the deposits of the Berkshire County Savings Institution aggregate a large 
figure. 

The number and condition of these banks may be taken as an indication of the commercial pros- 
perity of the city of Pittsfield. Some fifty years ago the money value of the articles annually pro- 
duced here was $700,000 or thereabouts ; but what strides have been made in that half century ! Within 
the last thirty years tlie population has increased about threefold. The first broadcloth made in the 
United States w;is manufactured on this spot in 1804. Tlie first mill was set in operation liei\, in the 
year 1800 by Arthur Schofield, an Englishman. Manufacturing and general trade liave now reached 
pr()|)ortions undreamed of in those early days, prominent among tlie former being silk, and cotton and 
woolen fabrics. Of the leading industries, and the men who are prosecuting them, the following 
sketches will give an excellent idea, and from thera the reader may conclude that Berkshire energy 
and pluck, as illustrated in its capital city, are worth the chrouicling in this wise. 



Pittsfield Steam Bakery, W. H. Teeling, 
Proprietor, Trackers, Biscuit, Plain, and Fancy 
Cake Manufacturer, No. 159 North Street.— The 
extent to which many of the industries of Pittsfield 
have attained during the past quarter of a century 
is owing not only to the natural growth and enter- 
prise of the place, but to the energy and business 
ability of those who own and conduct them. Among 
the most prominent and important of these estab- 
lishments is the Pittsfield Steam Bakery, of the 
firm of W. II. Teeling & Co., manufacturers of 
crackers and biscuit, and plain and fancy cakes. 
The business has been established since 1828, and 
wa-s continued for many years by Messrs. Ross & 
Whiting, the founders. Mr. W. H. Teeling, the 
senior member of the present firm, has been con- 
nected with the house since 1852, and under the 
firm name of Parker & Teeling the operations of 
the establishment were greatly extended. About 
three years ago, the firm of W. H. Teeling A Co. 
was formed, which comprises that gentleman and 
Mr. E. B. Wilson, who have built up a busi- 
ne.ss of the most satisfactory character. The plant 
is situated on North street, the grounds being 75x 
220 feet, extending through to Northrup street. 
The main building lias four floors and dimensions 
of45,x57 feet. The machinery, witli which the es- 
tablishment is replete, embodies every improve- 
ment or novel advantage known to the most ad- 
vanced in the trade, and .adds greatly to the per- 
fection of the goods produced, as well as the rapid- 
ity with which they are manufactured. New and 
Improved ovens are provided, and a great variety 
of crackers and biscuits, plain and fancy cakes, 
which are highly appreciated by the public, pro- 
duced. The finest quality of Hour and other mate- 
rials are used, and the goods of Messrs. W. H. 
Teeling & Co. have a standard reputation and are 
always in demand, tlie trade being derived from 
Pittsfield .and Berkshire counties, and also from the 
States of New York, Connecticut. Vermont, and 
throughout Massachusetts. Mr. W. H. Teeling, 
the head of the establishment, is from Cfreenbush' 
N. Y., originally. He has resided in Pittsfield for 
forty- eight years, and has become thoroughly identi- 
fied with its interests and general business and 
local affiiirs. His career has been eminently a 
prosperous .and useful one, promoting to a large 
extent the industrial thrift of the community of 
which he is an esteemed member. Mr. E. B. 



Wilson is a native of the State of New York. He 
is an active, enterprising young business man and 
popular with all who have dealings with the house. 

William F. Harriiig-ton, Paints, Oils, 
Varnishes, Japans, Paint Brushes, Window and 
Picture Glass, etc.. No. 105 North Street. — Under 
the able management of Mr. William F. Harring- 
ton this old business house, one of the trade land- 
marks of Pittsfield, has been successfully conducted 
for five years. The business carried on by Mr. 
Harrington was inaugurated in 1858 by Mr. A. D. 
Stevens, who w;is succeeded by Mr. H. Harrington 
in 1861, and upon the death of the latter, in 1881, 
his son, Mr. William F. Harrington, became pro- 
prietor. This progressive business man occupies a 
commodious store, and carries the most complete 
assortment of paints, oils, brushes, glass, and paint- 
ers' and glaziers' supplies in the city. His line of 
merchandise comprises all kinds of varnishes, ja- 
pans, window and picture glass, etc., and at the 
lowe.st possible prices for cash. Mr. Harrington is 
a native of New York, but has resided in Pittsfield 
since childhood. At the outbreak of the War of 
of the Rebellion he enlisted for three months in 
the Eighth Massachusetts Volunteers, and re-en- 
listed for three years in the Twenty-seventh Massa- 
chusetts Regiment, serving for two years as duty 
and orderly sergeant. In 1863 he was commissioned 
a lieutenant for gallant and meritorious service, 
and in 186-1 he was permanently disabled by a gun- 
shot wound in the right arm at the battle of Cold 
Harbor. 

J. J. Foster & Co., The Reliable Clothiers 
and Hatters, No. 71 "North Street. — The business 
conducted by Messrs. J. J. Foster & Co. is one of 
the leading enterprises of this section. The store 
is 24.x70 feet in dimensions, and the stock of cloth- 
ing, hats, caps and gents' furnishing goods is full 
and complete, and includes the neatest and best 
goods in this wide range of merchandise. Messrs. 
Foster & Co. are members of a .syndicate embracing 
twenty-seven merchants in different parts of the 
New England States, and buying from Hi-st hands 
in large quantities, they are enabled to supply goods 
at bottom prices for cash and to guarantee satisfac- 
tion. Mr. Foster is a young man of exceptional 
business energy and tact. 



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TOWN O F PITTSFIELP. 



Pittsfleld National Bank.— The Pitts- 
field National Bank is an organization especially 
founded for the purpose of actively promoting the 
industries of Berkshire county. It was organized 
and chartered under the laws of the Commonwealth 
of Massachusetts in ISoi!, and became a national 
bank under the Xational Bank Act. Theautliorized 
capital of the bank is Jil, 000,000, one-half of which 
is paid up, and the surplus reaches nearly $225,000. 
The Institution has always pursued a career of use- 
fulness and prosperity, and the conservative basis 
upon which it was originally organized has never 
been impaired, and the principles which were laid 
down for its guidance thirty-three years ago have 
been sedulously adhered to. The interests of the 
institution have always been and are most inti- 
mately allied to the progress and prosperity of this 
community, and its policy throughout has been 
such as to promote, so far as is consistent with its 
own solvency, the general thrift and wellbeing of 
Berkshire county. Conducting a general banking 
business in loans, deposits, collections, e.xchange, etc., 
the bank enjoys all the facilities for the transaction 
of its operations that only time and experience 
could give. The president of the bank is the Hon. 
Judge Julius Rockwell, an eminent lawyer and 
president, and judge of the Superior Court. He is 
also president of the Berkshire Savings Bank and 
director of the Berkshire Mutual Fire Insurance 
Company. Vice-president, John V. Barker, is 
also a trustee of the Berkshire Savings Bank, and 
a director of the Berkshire Life Insurance Com- 
pany, and the Berkshire Mutual Fire Insurance 
Company. The cashier, E. S. Frances, Esq., has 
been connected with the bank twenty-seven years. 
He is also a director of the Pittstield Tack Com- 
pany and treasurer ami director of the Berkshire 
Athenfeum, and otherwise prominent in the financial 
and manufacturing industries and local afl^airs of 
Berkshire county. Tlie president and vice-president, 
together with Ilenry Colt, Esq., David A. Clary, 
Esq., James M. Baker, Esq., A. J. Waterman, Esq., 
J.D. Carson, Esq., Z. Crane, Esq., and Wra. W. Gam- 
well, Esq., compose the Board of Directors, all of 
whom are gentlemen too intimately known in con- 
nection with the finances and general business 
affairs of the city to require any extended per- 
sonal remark. 

"W. G. Morton & Co., Dealers in Anthra- 
cite and Bituminous Coal, Cement, Wood, and 
Kindlings, No. 21 Depot Street. — Supplying the 
citizens of Pittsfield and vicinity with coal is quite 
an important business, which is well represented by 
the firm of W. G. Morton <& Co., whose extensive 
premises, five acres in extent, are located on the 
line of the Boston and Albany railroad. The coal 
yard is spacious, is connected with the main line 
by side tracks running through it, and is well pro- 
vided with shedding and coal pockets and store 
houses, and all the facilities for preparing coal for 
manufacturing and domestic pin-poses. The firm 
deal in all the best qualities of anthracite and 
bituminous coal, which is received direct from the 
mines and sold by the carload or ton at the lowest 
market rates. The trade is large and widespread, 
and a large demand is supplied from all parts of 
Berkshire county. Messrs. W. G. Morton & Co. 
also make a special business of oak and pine wood 
and kindlings, and deal in cement. This business, 
BO vigorously prosecuted by this firm, was established 



about 1S48 by Gerry Guilds & Co., who were suc- 
ceeded in 1876 by Mr. W. G. ' irton, who con- 
tinued it until the first of July, IS.So, when he 
associated with him Mr. W. F. Francis, and from 
that time it has been carried on under the present 
firm name. Both these genclemen are natives of 
Pittsfield. They are both active and enterprising 
business men, hold prominent positions in mer- 
cantile and financial circles, and take great interest 
in local affairs. Mr. W. G. Morton is the general 
agent for the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western 
Railroad Company, and also the Clearfield Bitumi- 
nous Coal Company, with headquarters at Albany, 
sup])lying a demand from wholesale and retail 
dealers and manufacturers with anthracite and bi- 
tuminous coal throughout the States of New York, 
Massachusetts, Vermont, and New Hampshire. 

O. Root & Soils, Boots, Shoes, and Rubbers, 

No. 22 North Street. — In the line of boots and 
shoes a large and very important house is that 
of O. Root & Sons, which was established in 1856 
by Mr. O. Root, who continued it with success, and 
in 1868 admitted his son, John Allen Root, to an 
interest in the business, being conducted under the 
name and style of firm of O. Root & Son. In 1871 
the second son, Harry A. Root, became a member 
of the firm, and the present firm name was adopted. 
After the decease of Mr. O. Root, which occurred 
in 1874, the sons continued to conduct the business, 
retaining the firm name of O. Root & Sons. The 
firm occupy two fioors each, having a front of 20 
with a depth of 70 feet, in a large building on 
North street. The store is neatly and attractively 
fitted up and contains one of the best assorted and 
most complete stocks of boots and shoes and rub- 
bers to be found in this part of the State, the assort- 
ment including all the suggestive and pleasing 
modes for footwear in accord with the fashionable 
ideas of the day, for ladies, gentlemen, misses, and 
children, and can supply the be.st fine and medium 
grade goods at the very lowest prices. Mr. John 
Allen Root and Mr. Harry A. Root, the copart- 
ners, are both enterprising men and bring to their 
aid in their business a successful experience. 

John F. "Van Deusen, Cigars, Tobacco, 
and Smokers' Supplies, No. 15 North Street. — A 
recognized leader in his line of trade in Pittsfield, Mr. 
John F. Van Deusen, wlio, as successor to Laforest 
Logan, who inaugurated the business in 1872, is 
conducting a large wholesale and retail trade in 
tobacco, cigars, and smokers' supplies in this city. 
He succeeded to the large trade developed by Mr. 
Logan May 10th, 1886, and has more than main- 
tained the prestige of the old house. Mr. Van 
Deusen handles all kinds of foreign and domestic 
cigars of the most popular brands, the best smoking 
and chewing tobaccos in the market, and a fine line 
of pipes and smokers' articles, and ills facilities for 
supplying the trade and general public with mer- 
chandise of standard excellence at low prices are 
unsurpa.ssed by any of his competitors. By steadily 
maintaining the reputation of his goods and the 
house, Mr. Van Deusen has firmly established him- 
self in general confidence, and his trade extends to 
all parts of Berkshire and adjoining counties. 
This enterprising young merchant has long resided 
in Pittsfield, and was town clerk during the years 
1881-82. He is a notary public and commissioner 
of deeds for the State of New York, 



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Berkshire Life Insurance Company. 

— The success of the Kerksiiire Life Jiisurance 
Company has been notable and its history one of 
unbroken prosj)erit_y. It was organized in ISol 
and is a mutual company, issuing all ap]iroved 
forms of life and endowment policies, and from the 
timeof itsincejilion has accomplished resultswhich 
place it in the front rank of American life insurance 
companies. The endowment plan is a noticeable 
feature of this company, which is of special con- 
sideration, as, in addition to the system of paying 
insurance in case of death, the company also consti- 
tutes a safety fund, from which the insured may 
realize benelits of their investments and payments 
made. 8iuce the organization of the company it 
has received from its members for premiums 
$10 209,127.44, and has returned to them for chums 
under policies $3,899,415.09, and for dividends and 
canceled policies ^53, 335, 991. 43. The assets at the 
close of 1885, the date of the last annual report, 
were $3,796,107, safely invested in accordance 
with the charter, chielly in first mortgages on real 
estage Viilued at double the amount loanedthereon. 
The suri)lu3 Massachusetts standard is $438,894.03, 
and during the past year new insurance has been 
written and policies revived amounting to 83,700,- 
525. A marked increase in the number of mem- 
bers, in the amount of cTutslanding insurance, and 
in the aggregate of premiums received, shows a 
continuance of the healthful growth of the com- 
pany. The progress of the company for the last 
five years is shown by the following gains: In the 
number of outstanding jiolicies, a gain of 26.96 per 
cent.; in the amount of outstanding insurance, a 
gain of 35.87 per cent. ; in the amount of insurance 
written, a gain of 77.96 per cent.; in the amount 
of premium income, a gain of 48.41 per cent. 
Beginning with the year, a new form for life and 
endowment policies tnider the five-year dividend 
plan was adopted. Tlie liberality of its conditions 
and the fact tiiat, like all the policies issued by the 
company, it is subject to the provisions of the laws 
of Massachusetts relating to paid-up and cash 
values, will commend it to the insuring public. 
There can be no question that distributions made 
once in five years will be more equitable and satis- 
factory, and jirove more economical, than if made 
annually. While the terms and conditions of the 
policies have been made as liberal as the most ad- 
vanced underwriters deem safe, no rule of con- 
servative management has been relaxed. The 
utmost care is taken to assume risks upon soimd 
lives only, and not to admit to membership persons 
whose occu])ations are of a hazardous nature, or 
whose places of residence are deemed unhealthfid. 
The area in which agencies are maintained is re- 
stricted to those parts of tlie country having a 
salubrious climate, and risks are not taken upon a 
single life beyond the amount of $10,000. A mor- 
tality experience remarkably favorable has thus 
far resulted fromthe care exercised. Thecompany 
has agencies through the States of Massachusetts, 
Rhode Island, New Jersey, Maryland, Pennsyl- 
vania, Connecticut, Ohio, jlichigan, and Illinois. 
The terms and conditions of its policies are very 
lilieral, and all of tliem are protected by the pro- 
visions of tlie celebrated non-forfeiture laws of the 
Connnonwealth of Massachusetts. The officers and 
directors are gentlemen who have been .selected for 
their sterling business integrity and fitness for the 
duties devolving upon them. They are as follows: 



William R. Plunket, president ; James M. Barker, 
vice-president; James W. Hull, secretary and 
treasurer. Board of Directors — John V. Barker, 
of J. Barker & Brothers, manufacturers, William R. 
I'lunkett, altorney-at-law, Jabez L. Peck, manu- 
facturer, Josiah C'arter,merchant, James M. Barker, 
James W. Hull, treasurer of the company, J. F. A. 
.\dams, physician and surgeon, Henry AV. Taft, 
clerk of the courts, Berkshire county, (icorge II. 
Tucker, treasurer Berkshire county, Pittsfield ; 
Thomas G. Carson, banker, Boston; J. N.Dunham, 
[iresidcnt Springtield 1' ire and Marine Insurance 
Company, Springfield; (ieorge T. Pliinkett, I'lunk- 
ett Woolen Company, Hinsdale; Byron Weston, 
ex-Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts, Dalton; 
Justin Dewey, attorney-at-law, Great Barrington ; 
W'ellington Smith, treasurer Smith Paper Com- 
pany, Lee; Henry W. Bishop (Lenox, Mass.), Chi- 
cago; S. W. Brayton, president Adams National 
Bank, North Adams; W. B. Plunkett, manufac- 
turer, Adams; F. K. Paddock, M. D., and J. F. A. 
.\danis, M. 1)., medical directors. Mr. Plunkett, 
the president of the company, is one of the able 
members of the Massaehusetls bar. He is presi- 
dent of the Berkshire Athenieum, and is also a 
commissioner of the Ashley Water-Works, and a 
member of the directorate of the Agricultural Na- 
tional Bank, of this city, and a director of the Pitts- 
field Coal Gas Company, and otherwise conspicu- 
ously prominent in 'local and general business 
afliiirs and in the manufacturing industries of 
Berhshire county, plon. James M. Barker, the 
vice-president, is a director of the Pittsfield National 
Bank and a trustee of the Berkshire County Atlie- 
na'uiii, and a member of the Executive Committee 
of the Berkshire Historical and Scientific Society, 
and Justice of the Superior Court. He has been 
prominent in the Legislature and was one of the 
codifiers of the Public Statutes of the State. Mr. 
James W. Hull, the secretary and treasurer, has 
been an officer of the company for fifteen years. 
The business transacted by the company ranges 
through States mentioned above requiring agents, 
besides the following general agents: Eastern Mas- 
sachusetts, F. J. Foss, No. 223 Washington street, 
Boston ; Central Massachusetts and Rhode Island, 
W. H. Dyer, No. 223 Washington street, Boston ; 
Western Massachusetts and Connecticut, Hamer & 
Stone, company's building, Pittsfield; New York 
and New Jersey, George W. English, No. 271 
Broadway, New York ; Eastern Pennsylvania, E. H. 
Plummer, No. 512 Walnut street, Philadelphia ; 
Western Pennsylvania, George W. English & 
Brother, No. 97 Fourth avenue, Pittsburg; Mary- 
land, Munro Snell, No. 30 South street, Baltimore; 
Ohio, W. B. Hillman, Savings Bank Building, 
Cleveland; Michigan, M. Early & Son, No. 3 Me- 
chanics' Hall building, Detroit; Indianaiiolis, 
James Greene, Martindale's Block, Indianapolis; 
Illinois, E. W. Hills, Portland Block, Chicago ; 
superintendent of agents, W. H. Dyer, Pittsfield, 
Mass. The building erected and occupied by the 
company isone of the handsomest structures in the 
vState and forms a splendid monument to the enter- 
prise and wealth of the institution. Itisconstructed 
of Nova Scotia sandstone and was erected in 
T867-(i8, and jiresents a front of 66 feet, with a 
depth of 120 feet. Circulars and pamphlets, with 
tables of rates and full information may be obtained 
on application to any of the agents or to the home 
office at Pittsfield. 



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TO WN OF P ITTSFIE LD. 



Chickering-'s Business College. — This 
institutioQ was estiiblislied by the hite Prof. E. F. 
Carter in ISfiO, and was until his deatli liberally 
patronized by tiie citizens of Berkshire county and 
vicinity. On the death of Mr. Carter, in 1879, the 
good-will, furniture, and appliances were purchased 
by the present principal, Mr. Benjamin Chickering, 
wliose successful efforts to maintain the high repu- 
tation of tlie college have more than realized the 
expectations of its patrons. Mr. Chickering's many 
years' experience and practical acquaintance with 
various kinds of business, and with the customs, 
forms, and us.^ges, enable him to ofler unusual 
advantages to pupils. He is a practical, expert 
accountant, pnd gives his undivided time and per- 
sonal supervision to the work. Students can acquire 
a thorough knowledge of bookkeeping in much 
less time and at much less expense than at many 
other commercial colleges in the country. Business 
habits are here diligently inculcated, expertness in 
commercial calculations is imperatively required, 
a superior style of business penmanship is imparted, 
and business correspondence and the drafting of 
business papers receive critical attention. Mr. 
Chickering not only teaches bookkeeping, but he 
makes bookkeepers, and where effort on the part of 
the pupil is not wanting the most satisfactory results 
are guaranteed. No jjupils who are approved are 
permitted to pass through the course superficially, 
and they are thoroughly qualitied to meet the 
practical tests of the counting-room. In this school 
labor, time, and money are economized. The busi- 
ness penmanship department is vnider the able 
management of C. J. Weaser, a graduate of P. R. 
Spencer, one of the autliors of the Spencerian sys- 
tem of writing. There are preparatory, com- 
mercial, actual business and business men's courses, 
and the time for completing tlie course varies from 
eight to twelve weeks; tuition, forty dollars, per 
course of twelve weeks; school year, forty-four 
weeks, §100. No charge is made for books or sta- 
tionery, all of which are furnished. Mr. Chick- 
ering is a native of Worcester county, Mass., and is 
a successful educator in every signification of the 
term. 

American House, North Street, William 
St. Lawrence, Projirietor. — Proverbial for her ex- 
cellent hostelries, Pittsfield, the beautiful city of the 
famous Berkshire Hills, is a favorite resort for 
travelers and tourists bent on business or pleasure, 
and a sojourn at either of her principal hotels is a 
most pleasant experience to strangers. Centrally 
erected on the principal business thoroughfare and 
amid the most delightful surroundings, the Ameri- 
can House has long been a very popular resort for 
those visiting Pittsfield. This model house has 
been for many years a favorite stopping-place, and 
under the excellent management of Mr. William 
St. Lawrence, wlio became the proprietor in Septem- 
ber, 1885, it has more than maintained its prestige 
and repute. The American House is a handsome 
fonr-story structure, with broad verandahs, spacious 
halls, and large, well-ventilated rooms, elegantly 
provided and supplied with every modern conve- 
nience. Each of the one hundred and tifty rooms 
is connected with tiie office by electric annuncia- 
tors, the attendance is polite and ample, and the 
cuisine is managed with cunsummate ability. The 
bill of fare includes everything desirable, admirably 
served, and tlie comforts of a luxurious home are 



here afforded to guests by Mr. St. Lawrence, whose 
constant study is to promote their interests and 
pleasure, and who is a most capable and courteous 
host. 

T. H. Richardson, Diamonds, Jewelry, 
Watches, Clocks, Solid Silver and Plated Ware, 
Cutlery, etc., No. 27 North Street. — Mr. liichardson 
has been in business in this city since 1878; prior 
to that he was located in South Adams. In size 
tlie store is 24.x70 feet, and is handsomely arranged 
with plate-glass show-cases and well stocked with a 
large and varied assortment of rich, elegant jewelry 
of every description in the latest styles and designs, 
also diamonds and other precious stones, foreign 
and American clocks, and imported watches in gold 
and silver cases, and also those of home production, 
solid silver and plated ware in beautiful, unique de- 
signs, together with bronze and Rogers' groups, 
and fine art goods, spectacles, opera-glasses, eye- 
glasses, and optical goods. Mr. Richardson is a 
skilled, practical watchmaker, jeweler, and en- 
graver, and gives particular attention to making 
repairs and to regulating watches and clocks, and 
also to engraving names and monograms, always 
guaranteeing the work to be done in the highest 
style of the art. He m;ikes a specialty of gold- 
headed canes, of which he has a great variety in all 
styles and designs. Mr. Richardson is a native of 
the State of New Hampshire. 

F. Harring'ton, Livery and Boarding Stables, 
corner of North and Wacona Streets. — The enter- 
prising business man above named began business 
in this line in 1884, and has from a small beginning 
developed a flourishing trade. To accommodate 
the increasing number of his patrons Mr. Harring- 
ton is erecting a substantial and convenient stable 
at the corner of North and Wacona streets. Mr. 
Harrington has fine teams, with safe and reliable 
horses, elegant hacks, carriages. Surreys, etc., and 
supplies, at lowest current prices, stylish turnouts 
for business or pleasure purposes. He at present 
occupies a large building on North street, rear of 
the skating rink. Orders have prompt attention, 
and horses are boarded at reasonable rates. Mr. 
Harrington is a native of New York. 

Sidney S. Stowell, D.D. S., No. 77 North 
Street. — Since his graduation from the Dental De- 
partment of the University of Pennsylvania, at 
Philadelphia, in 1884, Dr. Sidney S. Stowell h.as 
been successfully engaged in the practice of his 
profession in Massachusetts, and was formerly lo- 
cated at Dal ton. He removed to PittsHeld Decem- 
ber 1st, 188.5, and has already established himself in 
general confidence, and in a fine and growing prac- 
tice. His office is very tasteful and attractive in 
its appointments. He makes a specialty of a high 
grade of work, such as artificial crown setting's, 
transplantation, and replantation, and his work 
marks him a master of his art. Hisoperating rooms 
are models of completeness and are supplied with 
all the latest appliances and implements. In the 
surgical branch of his business Dr. Stowell is a 
skilled and reliable oper.itor, and his mechanical 
work is always superior and accurate. All work is 
successfully performed with the least ]iossible de- 
gree of inconvenience and suffering to patients. Dr. 
Stowell is a native of Peru, Berkshire countj. 



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Casey & Bacon, Wholesale Grocers, Steam 
f 'oftee and Spice Wills, Nos. 3, 5, and 7 Clapp Ave- 
nue. — The house of (lasey h Bacon is the lai-gest 
and most important in its line of business in Pitts- 
iield. This distinction is accorded not only from 
the fact of its long establishment, its honorable 
career, and its extensive business transactions, but 
on account of the enterprise of its business policy. 
It was established in 18ti8 by Mr. Michael Casey 
and Mr. James L. Bacon, who, under the firm name 
of C;usey & Bacon, have since continued to conduct 
it with vigor, and have established a large trade 
difl'used throughout Western Massachusetts, Xorth- 
ea.stern New York, and adjoining sections. Occu- 
pying commodious premises, consisting of a four- 
story brick building known as t'asey & Bacon's 
Block having dimensions of 6(1x50 feet, the firm 
possess every facility for the successful prosecution 
of the business, togetlier with ample accommo- 
dation for a stock which isatall timeslarge, varied, 
full, and complete in every department, and em- 
braces, besides the choicest teas and coffees and pure 
spices, also hermetically sealed goods in tin and 
glass, sugars and provisions, and grocers' supplies, 
and everything belonging to tlie trade of both 
foreign and domestic production. Connected with 
the house the firm own and operate steam coffee 
and spice mills, which are fully equippedwithevery 
convenience for grinding and preparing spices and 
coffees in their purity. The goods bearing the 
trade-mark of this house have an extensive sale 
and are always in demand. Foreign and domestic 
fruits form a feature of the business, the firm 
handling the choicest of all kinds when in season. 
Mr. Michael Casey and Mr. James L. Bacon have 
resided in JIassachusctts nearly all their life, and 
by reason of their enterprise, liberality, and public 
spirit are fully entitled to the success they have 
achieved, and by their extensive operations liave 
done much in giving Pittstield a reputation as an 
active business centre. Mr. Casey during the War 
of the Rebellion served with distinction as first 
lieutenant in the Thirty-seventh Massachusetts 
Infantry Regiment, whicli became famous and was 
known as " OeuerJ Sheridan's foot cavalry." 
Lieutenant Casey was present on many sanguinary 
fields, and will be foimd as courteous, reliable busi- 
ness man as he was an honorable, brave soldier. 

Watkins & Simmons, Photographic 
Rooms, No. 53 North Street. — In all that the 
term implies, the firm of Watkins & Simmons are 
recognized leaders in their line of business in 
Western Massachusetts, and not only in photog- 
rapliy, but in art work of highest excellence, in 
ink, crayon, and oil, this well-known house is pre- 
eminent. Mr. R. C. Watkins is a photographer of 
twenty-five years' experience, and is a master of 
every detail of his work, and has charge of the 
printing and general business. Mr. E. A. Sim- 
mons' career in business covers a period of fourteen 
years, his specialty being portraits in oil, ink, and 
crayon, for which profession lie prepared himself 
under the instruction of eminent masters in the 
National Academy of Design in New York, from 
which he graduated with distinction in 1S79. He 
does all the retouching, developing, and posing. 
With all the requisite skill and taste, and every 
facility known to the art, these specialists have, 
under the firm name of Watkins & Simmons, con- 
ducted one of the most complete and prosperous 



photographic establishments in Western Massachu- 
setts, for four years. They make all kinds and 
styles of portraits, promenades, views, cabinets, 
cards, panels, plaques, etc., and their work attests 
their worth. Messrs. Watkins & Simmons' rooms 
are models of attractiveness for those who desire 
first-class, meritorious work, true to nature, superior 
in finish, and perfect in pose and expression. There 
is not in the State a more desirable establishment 
than theirs. Mr. Watkins was born in Massachu- 
setts and Mr. Simmons is a native of Albany, N. Y. 

W. ti. LiaRue, Watchmaker and Engraver, 
No. 6 North Street, opposite Post-( jffice. — Mr. W. L. 
La Rue is the only first-class engraver in the city. 
He has a fine, neatly fitted up, attractive establish- 
ment at No. y North Street, opposite the Post-office. 
The store, which is admirably arranged, and com- 
plete in all its appointments, with plate-glass show- 
cases, has a front of 24 with a dejith of tiO feet, and 
contains an assortment of fine jewelry, which for 
elegance in style and design is unsurpassed, and era- 
braces all the new, unique, and novel varieties that 
have recently been introduced, also foreign and 
American watches in gold and silver cases and clocks, 
plain and ornamental, and a general line of solid 
silver and plated ware, and bronzes, etc. The spe- 
cial brancli of business carried on by Mr. La Rue is 
engraving, to which he gives special attention, and 
performs all work in a neat, beautiful, and artistic 
manner, and as a designer of monograms and orna- 
mental work has the reputation of being the best in 
Berkshire county. Mr. La Rue, who is a native of 
the State of Vermont, has resided in Pittsfield for 
some years, and since 1884 has been engaged in the 
jewelry business. He is a practical watchmaker, 
engraver, and jeweler, and has had over twenty 
years' experience in this country and Europe. Mn 
La Rue makes a specialty of the celebrated B. 
Laurance's axis-cut pebbles in spectacles and eye- 
glasses. These pebble glasses are cut, slabbed, and 
ground as near the axis as possible, and, having the 
greatest amount of convexity or concavity immedi- 
ately over the centre of the grain found in all peb- 
ble, it allows the rays of light to enter the eye with 
the least possible resistance. As pebble is always 
cool and docs not scratch, one pair will outlast six 
pairs of ordinary glasses. Being enabled to sell 
genuine pebbles at from two dollars a pair a great 
demand is anticipated for them. Every pair is 
marked B. L. A. C. P. 

William P. Griffen, Wholesale and Retail 
Dealer in Flour, Feed and Grain, Nos. ID and 12 
Railroad Street. — Among the industries of Pittsfield 
that are prominent istheestablishment of Mr. Wm. 
P. (Iriffen. The business was originally estab- 
lished and carried on for thirty-two years by Mr. 
S. V. R. Daniels, who was succeeded in 1871 by 
Mr. Wm. P. Griffen, who has since that time in- 
creased the facilities and extended the trade. The 
oftice and warehouse is 20x75 feet in size, and is 
amply provided with every facility, and a full gen- 
eral stock of all the leading brands of Western and 
New York State family Hour is always kept on 
hand, together with feed, meal, hay, etc., and a large 
trade is transacted as adealer and shipper of grain. 
Mr. firift'en is a native of the State of New 
York, but has resided in Pittsfield for sixteen years. 
He occupies an honorable position in mercantile 
and other circles. 



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TOWN OF PITTSFIELD. 



John White, Florist, (Jreenhouses on West 
Street. — In providing tlie materials for and in the 
worlv of laying out tlie many beautiful parterres 
and parks in the famous Burksliire Hills region, 
Mr. John White has for eleven years taken a 
prominent part, and to the natural loveliness of 
this beautiful region he has largely added. The 
experience of Mr. White as a grower of iilants and 
a landscape gardener covers a period of thirty years. 
His extensive greenhouses, si.x in number, cover an 
area of one hundred feet square, and his grounds 
outsi le devoted to propagation of vegetable plants 
and hardy ilowers are several acres in extent. He 
is the most extensive and successful grower of roses 
in Weslern Massachusetts. His assortment of pan- 
sies, inchiding tlie finest imported strains of every 
variety, and the rarest exotics and choicest varie- 
ties of beautiful and fragrant Howers and ornamen- 
tal plants, with a full line of tomato, cabbage, 
celery, and other vegetable plants in season, com- 
plete a stock which affords an ample souj-ce of 
supply. The most beautiful designs in cut Ilowers 
for funerals, weddings, commencement, and other 
occasions are supplied at short notice and re;ison- 
able rates, and orders for landscape and cemetery 
gardening are executed in the most artistic man- 
ner. Orders by mail or telephone have prom|it at- 
tention. Mr. White is an Englishman by birth, 
and is a thoroughly genial and liberal business 
man. 

J. S. Rosenfeld, Jobber and Manufacturers' 
Agent, Berkshire Products, Nos. 50 and 61 North 
Street. — One of the well-known, ])opular business 
men in Pittslield is Mr. J. S. Rosenfeld, who for 
more than sixteen years has been identified witii 
the business afl^airs of the city. During the past 
three years he has been engaged as a jobber and 
wholesale dealer and manufacturers' agent for Berk- 
shire products, including the Overall Company's, 
the Shirt Manufacturing Company's, and the Knit- 
ting Mills, and carries a full and complete stock of 
hosiery, suspenders, handkerchiefs, neckwear, etc., 
including everything in the line of shirts and 
drawers. Mr. Rosenfeld is located in the large 
building numbered 59 and 61 North street, his 
esfciblishment having dimensions of 50x60 feet. 
He has every facility for supplying the trade, and 
has a number of active salesmen on the road, and 
furnishes the best class of goods at manufacturers' 
prices. 

Wilson & Read, Insurance, Berkshire Life 
Insurance Building, No. 3 West Street. — The 
agency conducted by Messrs. Wilson & Bead is 
probably the oldest in Berkshire county, and was 
established more than thirty years ago by Messrs. 
J. M. Dunham & Co. The firm was succeeded by 
that of Messrs. Flagg, Dunham & Wilson, and 
they in turn by Messrs. Dunham & Wilson, and 
in iS83 the present firm, composed of Mr. James 
Wilson and Mr. F. E. Bead, was formed, and 
from that time the business has been continued 
under the firm name of Wilson & Bead. A 
large business is controlled by the firm, who are 
experienced, reliable underwriters. All losses are 
promptly adjusted and paid without delay, and full 
satisfaction is given to all who have transactions 
with this office. Among the companies for which 
the firm is the authorized agent are the yEtna, of 
Hartford, Conn. ; Hartford, of Hartford ; Connecti- 



cut, of Hartford ; National, of Hartford ; Meriden, 
of Meriden, Conn. ; Phu-nix, of Hartford, Conn. ; 
North British and Mercantile, of London, Eng. ; 
t^ueen, of Liverpool, Eng. ; Pha-nix, of London ; Im- 
perial, of London; Loudon Assurance, of London; 
Northern, of London; Lancashire, of Manchester, 
Eug. ; Phoenix, of Brooklyn, N. Y; Hanover, of 
New York, N. Y.; Glens Falls, of Glens Falls, 
N.Y.; Equitable, of Providence, R. I.; Merchants', 
of Providence, R. I. ; Springfield, of Springfield, 
Mass.; American, of Philadelphia, Pa. In these 
companies policies are written at the very lowest 
rates compatible with safe, reliable insurance. Both 
members of the firm are " native and to the manor 
born," and are among the most prominent business 
men of Pittsfield. Mr. Wilson was formerly town 
clerk, and otherwise conspicuous in local affairs, 
and Mr. Read was for several years assessor, and 
served during four terms as tax collector, and, in 
1883, was a selectman. These gentlemen are thor- 
oughly posted upon the subject of lire, life, and ac- 
cident insurance, and conduct the largest agency in 
the county. 

G. Blatchford, Books, Music, and Station- 
ery, etc.. No. 12 North Street. — One of the oldest 
of the well-known business establishments in Pitts- 
field is that of Mr. G. Blatchford, which was first 
established about 1800 by Mr. Phineas Allen, who 
continued it for some years, and was followed by 
Nichols & Allen, and this firm by Mr.S. E.Nichols. 
Mr. J. B. Harrison followed and was succeeded in 
June of the present year by Mr. Blatchford, who 
is extending the trade by his enterprise and ability. 
The store is spacious and presents a front of 30, 
with a depth of 90 feet. It is well fitted up and 
arranged, and contains a large and varied assort- 
ment of books in all styles of bindings, upon all 
subjects, also school books, music books and musical 
merchandise, plain, fancy, counting house, and 
school stationery, albums, blank books, cards, and 
all those fancy articles that properly belong to the 
trade. The stock is one of the largest to be found 
in the city. Mr. Blatchford, who is a native of 
Brooklyn, N. Y., has become popular since he ha* 
been in Pittsfield. Etching, engraving, and hand- 
some framing in special design. 

George W. Smith, Wholesale and Retail 
Dealer in Choice Family Groceriesand Provisions, 
No. 79 North Street. — Mr. George W. Smith, 
whole.sale and retail dealer in choice family groce- 
riesand provisions, has been established since 1855. 
The unexcelled quality of the goods carried has 
made the establishment one of the most prominent 
and important in the city. Everything belonging 
to the grocery trade is to be found here, including 
the finest teas and cofl'ees that are brought into the 
country, pure spices, sugars, and hermetically sealed 
goods in tin and glass, table delicacies, conilinients, 
provisions, and all the leading brands of family 
and pastry Hour. Mr. Smith, who is a native of 
Massachusetts, is held in h igh estimation by the mer- 
chants and citizens of Pittsfield. The store, which 
is one of the largest and finest in the city, has a 
frontage of 25 and extends to the rear a depth of 
125 feet. It is perfectly fitted up for the efficient 
conduct of the bnsine-.s. No house has a higher 
commercial standing or possesses greater facilities 
for supplying the trade. 



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H. H. Newton, Real Estate and Loan 
Agency, No. \h\ North Street. — In the growth and 
development of this beautiful section of country, 
during the last decade, Mr. H. II. Newton has 
taken a prominent part. He etablished his real 
estate and loan agency in tliiscity in 1S7^^, and by 
diligently making known tlie advantages for invest- 
ment and settlement in this section, and its desira- 
bility as a manufacturing and resident section, he 
has largely contributed toward the prosperous con- 
dition of artkirs in this city and vicinity. Mr. 
Newton buys and sells on commission town and 
county property, secures reliable tenants, collects 
rents, and negotiates loans on real estate, and his 
knowledge of localities and values gives him facili- 
ties for sale, purchase, exchange, and lease of farms, 
dwellings, or business houses not surpassed by any 
land or loan agency in the county. He also draws 
up deeds, wills, and all legal writing, conveyancing, 
etc., which is done in the most etKcient manner, 
and a large number of clients have placed in his 
hands a long list of desirable properties. Those 
desiring either to dispose of or to purchase real 
estate, tind it desirable to consult this reliable busi- 
ness man. Mr. Newton is a native of Berkshire 
county, is one of the prominent, influential citizens 
of this beautiful county seat, and holds the oflice 
of justice of the peace, which he has filled with 
credit for the past twenty years. He was selectman 
in the town of Lanesboro previous to coming to 
Pittstield, and has also filled the office of deputy 
sheriti'of Berkshire countj' in a manner satisfactory 
to all parties, aad proved himself an able and effi- 
cient officer. 

O. J. Copeland & Co., Jobbers in Books, 
Blank Books, etc., Nos. 118 and 120 North Street. 
— The well-known house of O. J. Copeland & Co. 
was established by O. J. Copeland about 1879, and 
continued until April, 1SS3, when he associated with 
him Mr. N. S. Noyes, and from that time it has 
been conducted under the present firm name. The 
premises, which have dimensions of 50x69 feet, 
are well arranged and specially designed for the 
business. The stock carried includes a full line of 
standard works, volumes of poetry, travel, history, 
science, theology, etc., in all the various styles of 
bindings, also commercial, fancy, and school sta- 
tionery, blank books of all kinds, and pooket-book.s, 
games, albums, music books and musical instru- 
ments, pictures, chromos, and picture and photo 
frames in an endless variety, together with gilt 
and walnut moldings, holiday and birthday cards, 
and a general line of novelties and Yankee notions 
too numerous to mention. Mr. (). J. Copeland is 
from the State of Vermont, and Mr. N. S. Noyes is 
from the State of New York. Job printing of all 
kinds is done. Rubber stamps and seal presses are 
made in the best manner. They also publish auto- 
glyi>h prints of scenery and general views of Berk- 
shire county. 

William Kelly, Undertaking in all its 
branches, No. VM North Street, Burbank's Upper 
Block — One of the popular undertakers in Pitts- 
field is Mr. William Kelly, who is altentive and 
considerate in the performance of his duties, and 
can always be depended upon at all hours, either 
day or night. He furnishes caskets and coffins of 
the best material and workmanship in any style 
desired, and also hearse and carriages, robes, and 



all that is required for funeral purposes, and givss 
his personal attention to c<mducting and directing 
funerals. Mr. Kelly has had many years' expe- 
rience as an undertaker, and has resided in Pitts- 
field over forty years. He is peculiarly fitted for 
the calling of the undertaker, and is regarded as 
one of tlie most capable and efficient gentlemen in 
tlie avocation. Mr. Kelly makes a specialty of 
embalming bodies by a new and improved process 
in the most satisfactory manner, the body being 
well preserved and kept. He has telephone con- 
nections with all j)arts of the city and adjacent 
villages. 

Pittsfielrt Carriage Company, Manu- 
facturers of Fine Light Carriages, McKay Street. — 
The construction of a handsome and serviceable 
carriage, one that combines beauty of design, excel- 
lence of finish, and durability, is characteristic of 
the productions of the Pittsfield Carriage Com- 
pany. These works were established in 1.S71 by S. 
M. ('orley, who was succeeded by the present man- 
agement May l.st, 1886. The manufacture of fine, 
light carriages is the specialty of the company, and 
their vehicles have a widespread reputation for all 
that goes to make up stylish, reliable, first-class 
work. The premises comprise a substantial three- 
story brick building, 40.x60 feet in dimensions, 
which is supplied throughout with improved ma- 
chinery of latest designs, operated by steam, and a 
force of fifteen competent carriage-builders are 
emjiloyed. The company have every possible 
facility for superior work, and under the manage- 
ment of Mr. John Enright the business has attained 
most important proportions. Special attention is 
given to varnishing and repair work. They are 
prompt in their engagements and always reliable. 
Mr. John Enright, the head of the concern, has 
resided in Pittsfield thirty-six years, amt has 
become thoroughly identified with its interests, and 
is an expert carriage-builder, thoroughly acquainted 
with and master of every branch of the business. 

Prince & Walker, Carpets, Paperhangings, 
and Drapery (loods. — The establishment of Messrs. 
Prince & Walker is the popular headquarters for 
carpet.s, paperhangings, window shades, etc., not 
only for the people of Pittsfield but for those resid- 
ing within a wide section of country. Although 
an interval of two years occurred in which the busi- 
ness was not carried on, the house may be said to 
have been founded in 18(i3 by Mr. W. M. Prince, 
the senior member of the present firm, who for five 
years successfully conducted a large trade in this 
line of merchandise in this place. The firm of 
Prince & Walker was organized in 1870. The 
establishment is doubtless the largest concern of 
the kinil in Western Massachusetts, and the trade 
extends to all parts of Berkshire and adjoining 
counties. Messrs. Prince & Walker occupy three 
floors of their large building, and the np|)er floors 
of adjoining buildings on either side, giving Ihem 
eight thousand feet of floor surface. The line of 
goods carried cannot be surpassed, and includes all 
staples and novelties in carpets, wall ]iapers, drap- 
eries, curtains, sh.adts, fixtures, et<'., in late-^t styles, 
patterns, and designs, and in prices, quality, and 
variety of their merchandise this live firm success- 
fully conqiele with any house in their line outside 
the large cities. Messrs. W. M. Prince and Frank 
Walker are both natives of Berkshire county. 



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H. T. 3Iorg-ail & Co., Ready-Made Clotli- 1 
iiig, Hats, Caps, Cieiits' Furnishing Goods, Boots, ' 
Shoes, etc., Mo. 2 Central Block. — One of the most 1 
prominent of the leading clothing houses in I'itts- 
tiekl is that of II. T. Morgan & Co., whieli has 
been established since lS7o, and become known 
as one of tlie most desirable houses to deal with. 
Mr. Morgan is recognized as one of the best judges 
of style and fashion in the city, and is esteemed as 
one of the best clothiers in Berkshire county. He 
displays excellent ta.ste as a designer of gentlemen's ; 
wearing apparel and always gives unqualilied satis- 
faction. In the readj'-made department will be 1 
found a full line of clothing, which is equal in style 
and (|uality to any custom-made article, the a.ssort- 
meut embracing everytliing new and fashionable, 
so that no trouble or difficulty need be experienced 
in making a selection, and tlie prices will be found 
as low as can be obtained in either Boston or New 
York. There are also special departments for the 
display and sale of fashionable silk and Derby hats 
and also caps, etc., and gentlemen's furnishing 
goods, which contain all the novelties in neckwear, 
gloves, hosiery, etc. In boots and shoes this house 
has a large, well-assorted stock, including every- 
thing desirable and fa.shionable in both fine and 
medium grade goods, which are not excelled by 
any other first-class establishment in Bittsfield. 
The business premises, which are located in the 
Central Block on North street, are large and spa- 
cious, and have a frontage of 22 feet with a depth 
of 12.') feet, and contain every convenience for the 
transaction of a large business. Mr. H. T. Mor- 
gan is a young, active, enterprising, upright busi- 
ness man. He is a native of the State of New 
York, and during a long residence in Pittslield has 
always been pojiular and ijromincnt as a merchant 
and useful, influential citizen. Ills business house 
is one of the largest and finest in the city, and is 
liberally patronized by the people throughout the 
whole of this portion of the State of Massachu- 
setts. Mr. Morgan is also agent for the sale of 
English bicycles and tricycles, which have the 
reputation of being the most substantial and ser- 
viceable made. 

Luther Li. Atwood, Wholesale and Retail 

Apothecary, No 7 North Street. — This is one of 
the most reliable jjliarmacies at which to obtain 
pure fresh drugs and medicines or have physicians' 
prescriptions compounded. Mr. Atwood has had 
many years' experience as an apothecary, and has 
beenin his present location since 1873. Heisathor- 
ough, skilled pharmacist, and will always be found 
careful and accurate, and polite to those who favor 
him w ith their patronage. The store, which is well 
arranged and complete in its appointments, is well 
fitted up with handsome pl»te-glass show-cases and 
ornamental counters, lighted by electricity, a .soda- 
water fountain of beautiful design, gla.'^s lined, 
which is the finest to be seen in this vicinity. A 
full stock of pure drugs, fresh chemicals, together 
with pharmaceutical preparations and aU the stand- 
ard proprietary remedies, toilet goods, and all 
those articles required by physicians in their prac- 
tice are always to be found here, also trusses, rubber 
goods, etc., at the bottom cash price. Phy.sicians' 
jjrescriptions and family recipes are compounded 
with accuracy. Mr. Luther L. Atwood, who is well 
and favorably known throughout the whole of this 
section of Berkshire county, came from Cleve- 



land, Ohio, to Pittsfield, when a boy, to acquire an 
education and learn the drug business, and has 
grown up with the place. He is one of the most 
active among the enteriirising spirits of Pittsfield, 
and is highly esteemed as an honorable member of 
the fraternity. He is (hjing a large, widespread 
wholesale and retail business, and prepares a num- 
ber of specialties which are highly regarded for 
their efficacy, and all are carefully prepared under 
his personal supervision from only the best goods 
the market produces and are worthy your entire 
confidence. Specialties: Compound sarsaparilla 
syrup, compound sarsaparilla pills, compound sarsa- 
parilla salve, compound sarsaparilla soap, tar and 
wild cherry cough syrup, bay leaf hair restorer, 
quick cure liniment, quick cure corn salve, quick 
cure toothache drops, Horal elixir (tooth wash), 
glycerine ice, teeth powders, petroleum jellies, 
magic insect powder, sticky Hy-paper, beef, wine 
and iron, flavoring extracts, carbolic toilet soap, 
bird seeds, gravel, etc. His cart covers the county 
regularly to supply the trade, and is much admired 
by all who see it. The public are cordially invited 
to call, and prompt, impartial courtesy is extended 
to all. A handsome clironio calendar of Berkshire 
Hills, issued by Mr. Atwood in seven colors, ilhis- 
tratiug the scenery of the vicinity, will be mailed 
to any address on receipt of a two-cent stamp. 

Maplewood, Elisha Taft, Proprietor.— The 
Berkshire hills and valleys, made famous in both 
song and story Viv Longfellow, Bryant, Holmes, 
Hawthorne, Catharine Sedgwi<'k, and other bards 
and writers w hose names are household words ir» 
the Old "World and the New, have long been the 
resort par excellence for those who find here all 
that goes to make life enjoyable — health, comfort, 
and happiness. Tlie most accessible, as well as one 
of the most beautiful locations in this favored re- 
gion is Pittsfield, the world-renowned capital of 
the Berkshire Hills. Within easy and frequent 
communication with New York, Philadelphia, and 
Boston, and other cities on the one hand, and with 
Saratoga, Lake George, the .\dirondacks,and White 
Mountains on the other, the town oflers induce- 
ments to tourists not held out by any other town 
in this section. Maplewood is the great centre of 
attraction here. The four large bnildints are de- 
lightfully located in grounds so spacious that the 
gue.sts have an unimpaired sense of country quiet, 
with all the advantages at hand of city surround- 
ings. The grounds have an area of six acres, and 
comprise, smooth recreation lawns, walks, summer 
homes, fountains, etc., one of the avenues of over- 
arching elms being upward of six hundred feet in 
lengtii. The buildings were for many years used 
for educational purposes, seminary for ladies, and 
with many irapm-tant changes now constitute one 
of the most complete and attractive hostelries in 
the country. No luxury in comfort, situation, ap- 
pointment, or cuisine in any hotel in the country 
is wanting at Maplewood, and the most exacting- 
demands of the most fastidious are anticipated. 
Tlie terms, three dollars per day and from fifteen 
to twenty dollars per week, are most reasonable for 
theaccommodationsafl^brded. It hasbeenfamousa.s 
asummcr hotel for the past eight years. The genial 
host, Mr. Elisha Taft, is a pattern landlord, and 
his large experience and constant study of the 
wants of his guests make a stay at Maplewood a 
most thoroughly pleasant experience. 



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Duttoii & Tucker, Dye-Woods, Oliemicals, 
Anilines, and Dye-IJtufls generally. Oils, Belting, 
and Mill Supplies, West iStrect. — In the line of 
paper, cotton, and woolen mill supplies tlie business 
is well represented by the firm of Duttou & Tucker, 
who are the successors to Wr. John T. Power, who 
established it in 1807. Mr. K. W. Button and 
Mr. George H. Tucker have been associated and 
carried on the business since 1882. The store and 
wareliouse, having an area of ollxflO feet, are well 
arranged in all particulars for business purposes, 
and a full and general line of dye-stutts, chemicals, 
anilines, etc., and oils, leather, and rvibber belting, 
and mill supplies generally are always kept in 
stock, so that all orders can be filled at tlie shortest 
notice in tliemost satisfactory manner. Mr. F. W. 
Dutton and George II. Tucker are both natives of 
Pittstield. 

W. M. Pinney, Undertaker, Office in Burns' 
Block, No. 155 North Street. — One of the leading 
undertakers in Pittsfield is Mr. W. M. Pinney, 
who has had an experience in the calling extend- 
ing over thirty years, and has been engaged in it 
in this city since 1875. Mr. Pinney is particularly 
fitted for the duties of the undertaker, and has 
achieved an enviable reputation as being one of the 
most careful and considerate in the business. He 
takes full charge of funerals, and furnishes iron, rose- 
wood, and walnut ca.skets, plain, or covered with 
cloth, or elaborately mounted with silver, shrouds, 
and every requisite for buri;d purposes, including 
hearse, carriages, and, when desired, obtains permits 
for plots in any of the cemeteries in this vicinity. 
He also embalms bodies by new, improved pro- 
cesses. Mr. Pinney came to this city from the 
State of Connecticut, and by assiduous attention to 
his calling gained the esteem of all who have had 
occasion to employ his services. 

H. P. Lucas, Agricultural Warehouse and 
Seed Store, Fertilizers, Lime, and Cement, No. 1. J 
West Street.— The establishment of Mr. H. P. 
Lucas was established by that gentleman some 
twelve years ago, and has since become one 
of the most important as well as largest in its 
special line of business in Western Massachusetts. 
The store is 30x80 feet in area, and affords ample 
accommodation. Mr. Lucas also occupies several 
large warehouses which are used for storage pur- 
poses, and he has every facility for meeting all de- 
mands. All the standard agricultural implements 
made in the country, including mowers, binders, 
rakes, harrows, etc., are always kept on sale, also 
all kinds of reliable farm and garden seeil.s, 
together with fertilizers, lime, cement, etc., of the 
highest quality. The aggregate amount of busi- 
ness transacted is large, and is distributed tlirough- 
out Berkshire and the adjoining counties. Mr. 
I.ucas, who is a native of the State of Connecticut, 
has resided in Pittsfield some years, and has been 
particularly prominent in fostering the general 
thrift and welfare of the community. 

F. G. Guilds & Co., Carting, No. 21 Depot 
Street. — -Messrs. F. G. Guilds & Co. do all kin js 
of general carting, moving the products of the mills 
and factories to and from the depots, and also draw^- 
ing stone and moving pianos, furniture, boilers, 
heavy iron work and machinery, safes, etc., and have 
for this purpose fifteen light and heavy wagons and 



trucks, and a stable of twenty -seven of the finest 
draught horses to be seen in Berkshire county. A 
special business is also made of packing furniture 
and pianos, and shipping them by freight or express 
to any part of the country, careful men, who fully 
understand the business, only being employed. This 
business has been established about forty-eight 
years. Y. G. Guilds and Mr. Matthew Lehman are 
both natives of Pittstield and are well known for 
their liberality and public spirit. Mr. Guilds was 
one of the promoters and is a heavy stockholder in 
the Pittsfield street railway, and is otherwise prom- 
inent in public enterprises and also a large real 
estate owner. 

Owen Coogran & Son.s, Tanners, No. 1.3 
Elm Street. — Among the time-honored industrial 
establishments in Pittsfield is the tannery located 
on the east branch of the Housatonic river, which 
was founded beyond the memory of the oldest in- 
habitant of this section of the State. The earliest 
authentic information regarding it dates from 1792, 
and Mr. Simeon Brown was carrying it on at that 
time. About 1849 Mr. Owen Coogan succeeded to 
the business, and has since associated with him his 
sons, Mr. WUliam J. Coogan and Mr. t lenient F. 
Coogan, and continued it under the present firm 
name. The tannery, which has been enlarged and 
the facilities increased during the past twenty years, 
covers a space of about two acres, which is well 
supplied with buildings, sheds, etc., and is operated 
by steam power, employment being given to about 
forty workmen. The output, which consists of cord 
and russet leather, is of the finest standard quality. 
Messrs. Owen Coogan & Sons are also extensively 
engaged as dealers in hides, tallow, sheep and calf 
skins, and control a trade extending ihruughout all 
parts of this section of the State. The members of 
the firm are all natives of this section of the State, 
Mr. Owen Coogan being well and favorably known. 
His sons and copartners, Mr. William J. and Mr. 
Clement F. Coogan, are active, wide-awake, indus- 
trious business men. 

John Li. Russell, Livery and Boarding' 
Stables, No. 12i West Street.— Mr. John L. Rus- 
sell has had many years' practical experience in 
this business and is the successor to Mr. J, P. 
Kockland, who established it more than thirtv 
years ago. Mr. Russell became proprietor of the 
establishment about 1874. The premises have an 
area of 30x125 feet, on which is erected the barn 
and stables, atfording accommodations of forty head 
of horses and as many vehicles. They are in 
charge of those thoroughly familiar with their 
duties, who are under the immediate supervision of 
Mr. Russell, who has a number of fine animals be- 
longing to the citizens in his care. He is an ex- 
cellent judge of horses, and makes purchasi s and 
sales of animals, always fullyguaranteeingthem. In 
his own private stock Mr. Russell has a number of 
fine, stylish horses and fashionable carriages. Hefur- 
nishes horses and carriages for weddings, funerals, 
and for business or pleasure purposes, and also has 
several Surreys and large coaches, and also liacks 
to convey pa,ssengers to and from the depot on the 
most reasonable terms. Mr. Russell is indefatigable 
in his exertions to meet the demands of the com- 
munity of Pittsfield, the place of his birth a-ul 
where he has always resided, in the most satisfac- 
tory manner. 



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Onota Lake House, Merrick S. Burbank, 
Proprietor. — Tlie lakes about Pittslield are per- 
haps tlie most prominent features of its attractive- 
ness, and Onota lake, especially, bas become a favor- 
ite resort for those desiring a day's lisiiing or hunt- 
ing, or a more protracted stay. Thislake, formerly 
called West I'ond, is one of the largest and most 
beautiful sheets of water in the county. Facing 
the east, the Washington mountains are seen, cov- 
ered from base to summit with evergreens and 
giant forest trees ; to the northeast, in tlie distance, 
are seen tlie liills of \\'indsor; to tiie nortli, Grey- 
lock towers high above all other ]ieaks in this 
region, and on the east the Green Mountain range 
forms tiie horizon in tliat direction. The lake lies 
in a beautiful elevated basin, and is three miles in 
length by three-fourths of a mile in width. Its 
watersareso limpidtliat in calm weather the small- 
est pebbles are visible at a depth of twenty feet, and 
the delightful air makes the hottest weather pleas- 
ant either for a sail on the water or a stay on its 
shady banks. The lake teems with bass, pickerel, 
carp, land-locked salmon, bullheads, eels, etc., and 
anglers here are generally rewarded with a good 
catch and rare enjoyment. For eight years Mr. 
Merrick 8. Burbauk, the genial manager of the 
Burbank Hotel, has conducted the only house of 
entertainment at Onota. Here ample provision is 
made for the entertainment of fishing or hunting 
parties, boats and tishing tackle* being provided, 
with excellent food and everything required by 
those seeking health and recreation. A new road 
is being opened from I'ittsfield which will afibrd a 
magnificent shaded drive along the lake for half its 
length, and for two and one-half miles, the distance 
from the town the road lies through a most beauti- 
ful part of this delightful valley. A first-class 
hotel at this point is contemplated in the near 
future, and until then the present house oilers all 
the comforts that could be desired, and the courte- 
ous treatment of guests and low prices make this 
one of the most desirable resorts for any purpose 
in the country during the summer, and it is rapidly 
becoming a popular place for those who enjoy 
hunting, fishing, etc., at all seasons of the year. 

Eagfeii, Liuneban & Co., Wholesale 

and Retail Grocers, No. 98 North Street. — As 
illuslrating the general character of the wholesale 
and retail grocery trade of Pittstield, we may men- 
tion the e-Kcellent house of Eagen, Linnehan & I 
Co., who occupy a spacious store in the Academy j 
of Music block on North street. The business was j 
established about twenty-one years ago by the firm I 
of Casey & Bacon, but since 1883 it has been con- 
tinued by the present firm, composed of Mr. James 
f^agen, Jeremiah Linnehan, and Michael Linne- 
han. In dimensions the store is 24xiiO feet, and is 
admirably arranged and contains a large, full, and 
complete stock of all kinds of choice foreign and 
domestic staple and fancy groceries, including the 
finest coffees and teas that are brought into the 
country, akso pure spices and sugars, table delicacies, 
condiments, and hermetically scaled goods in tin 
and glas.s, provisions, the leading brands of family 
flour, and all the specialties that belong to the 
business. A large local and widespread country 
trade is carried on. The proprietors were all 
horn and brought up in the city, and take an active 
interest in promoting the welfare and prosperity of 
the community. Mr. James Eagen, of the firm of 



Eagen, Linnehan & Co., has served his fellow-citi- 
zens faithfully and honorably as a member of the 
board of assessors for three years. 

A. H. Harrison, Choice Family Groceries, 
etc., Kailroad Street. — A recognized leader in his 
held of mercantile enterprise, Mr. A. il. Harrison 
has long been prominent in trade circles. Mr. 
Harrison established himself in business here in 
1870, and removed to his present commodious 
premises January 1st, 1885. He occupies two large 
storerooms each 20x75 feet in dimensions, with en- 
trances in the rear, afiording him ample facilities 
for the receipt, storage, and shipment of the large 
amount of merchandise handled by hiui. He 
carries a choice line of fine family and staple gro- 
ceries, the best teas and coflces in the market, all 
the desirable brands of canned goods and pro- 
visions, tobacco, snuff, and fresh country produce, 
and, in fact, everything usually kept in a first-class 
grocery and provision store. By steadily main- 
taining the standard excellence of his merchandise 
and supplying all needs in his line at lowest possi- 
ble margins of profit, Mr. Harrison has developed a 
large city and out-of-town patronage. Heisanative 
of Massachusetts. 

Sullivan & Campbell, Cab, Livery, and 
Boarding Stables, South Street. — With their exten- 
sive and very complete .stables on South street, near 
East, Messrs. John M. ISullivan and Thomas Camp- 
bell have, since the first of July, 1886, as successors 
to Mr. John M. Sullivan, conducted a prosperous 
livery and boarding business. The lirm have in 
stock fur livery purposes a number of elegant cabs, 
carriages, etc., and supply weddings, funerals, or 
pleasure parties with stylish, serviceable teams at 
short notice and on nio.st reasonable terms, and the 
turnouts of Messrs. Sullivan & Campbell are as de- 
sirable in every particular as those of any rival 
concern in the city. At lowest prices this firm 
board horses by the day, week, or month, and 
horses left in their charge have the best of care 
and attention. Mr. Sullivan is a native of Berk- 
shire county, as is also Mr. Campbell. 

John Feeley, Cook and Parlor Stoves, Ori- 
ental Furnaces, etc., No. 31 North Street. — As pro- 
prietor of one of the most extensive and complete 
stove and tinware establishments in Pittsfield, Mr. 
John Feeley has for many years been prominent. 
Embarking in the business in !March, 1852, with a 
thorough practical knowledge of the demands and 
requirements of thetrade, Mr. Feeley has developed 
a largecity andout-of-town trade. He keeps in stock 
a fine line of stoves, furnaces, plumbing m^iterials, 
copper, tin, and sheet-iron ware, and supplies mer- 
chandise of standard excellence at satisfactory 
prices. Among his specialties are the portable and 
brick oriental furnaces, which for economy and 
satisfactory results are unsurpassed by any others 
in use and equaled by few. All kinds of water 
tanks are fitted into houses in the most accurate 
manner, and tin, copper, sheet, and galvanized iron 
work of all kinds is made to order, and jobbing and 
repairs of every description have prompt attention. 
Mr. Feeley occupies the ground floor and basement 
of his large building, 25x200 feet in dimensions, 
and employs a force of ten or twelve skilled work- 
men. He is a native of Pittsfield, and is one of hgr 
most substantial and influential citizens. 



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J. M. Holland's Sons, Successors to J. M. 
Holland, Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Paints, 
Brushes,' Oils, Ulass, Varnishes, etc., No. 13 North 

Street. Mr. J. M- Holland's Sons are thorough 

artists in this line of business, and their services are 
always in demand. As artists in fresco they are 
pronounced the best in this section of the State, 
and as originators of beautiful embellishments and 
elaborate designs are not surpassed by any others. 
They also produce artistic etlects in paperhanging 
and the arrangement of dados, borders, centre 
pieces, and combine colors and tints in the 
most perfect manner. Messrs. Holland also makes 
a special business of graining and sign writing and 
decorating generally, also calcimining, etc. They 
occupy a large, handsome store, and keep a full 
and general assortment of painters' supplies and 
materials, brushes, etc., and also dry and ready- 
mi.xed paints, oils, glass, varnishes, and all the new, 
handsome designs in figures and floral patterns in 
wall papers in gold and rich colors. They keep 
constantly employed about thirty-tive skilled artists 
and decorators and ornamental painter.s. Contracts 
are made by Messrs. Holland for all work in their 
line. Mr. Holland, the father of the present pro- 
prietors, was a native of the State of New York, 
and had been established in business in Pittsfield 
since 1837. Mr. Holland's sons, George and Walter 
Holland, who. were brought up to the business and 



who arepractical expert fresco artists, interior deco- 
rators, and paperhangers, .succeedeil to the business 
and conduct it on the same liberal, hononible man- 
ner that has always made this old-established house 
popular with all who have dealings with it. 

E. B. Mead, Carriage and Harness Repos- 
itory, No. 19i North Street. — Among the extensive 
representative business establishments of Pittsfield, 
where merchandise and prices compare favorably 
with those of any rival concern in Western Ma.ssa- 
chusetts, the carriage and harness house of Mr. E. 
B. Mead has for years been prominent. This en- 
terprising dealer established himself in business in 
this city in 1881, which has steadily increased. Mr. 
Mead's extensive harness-rooms and carriage re- 
pository occupy 100 feet square in area, giving him 
ample opportunity for the display of his very large 
and valuable stock. At lowest possible prices Mr. 
Mead supplies the wants of dealers and individuals, 
and furnishes vehicles of every description, cabs, 
carriages, landaus, phaetons, etc., of the most stylish 
build and warranted strong and serviceable, and the 
best and most reliable double and single, plain and 
fa»cy harness of all kinds suited to every want. 
His stock, the largest perhaps in the city, aflbrds 
ample opportunity for selection. Mr. Mead is a 
native of Pittsfield, and it is both pleasant and profit- 
able to establish business relations with him. 



CITY OF NORTH ADAMS. 



Located in the extreme northwestern corner of the State of Massachusetts, the picturesque town 
of Adams occupies an area of territory that was first settled by white people about the year 1750. It 
was incorporated a town in October, 1778, and named in honor of Samuel Adams, subsequently Governor 
of the State of Massachusetts. The original grant of land hereabouts was then made to Colonel 
Ephraim Williams, the revered founder of Williams College, in the near-by town that bears his name. 
He was the officer in charge of two small forts on the banks of the Hoosac, and was killed in battle 
with the French and Indians in the fall of 17.55. Relics of old Fort Massachusetts still exist. During 
the period from 1746 to 1756 this immediate section of country was the stage of active Indian hostilities. 

North Adams is itself the centre of rugged and romantic scenery, which attracts to it many visitort 
and tourists, and throws over and about it a charm distinctively its own. Saddle Mountain, so-called by 
reason of its peculiar conformation, is the ch.ief feature in this beautiful landscape. Greylock, its central 
figure, is the highest mountain in the State, rising, as it does, to an altitude of three thousand six hundred 
feet above sea level. Never difficult of ascent, the recent completion of a carriage road to its summit 
renders still more easily enjoyable the vast and varied reach of picturesque scenery that stretches away 



340 CITY OF AORTH ADAMS. 

upon every side. Spruce Hill is almost as lofty, and commands charming views of Hoosac valley and 
the several villages not readily to be forgotten. Between Greylock and its fellow mountains a chasm, 
"The Hopper" by name, drops down to a depth of nearly four thousand feet. The Natural Bridge, of 
white marble, or limestone, across Hudson's brook, is noted as one of the most pleasing and remarkable 
pnenomena of nature in the State, and a beautiful cascade in Notch brook, forming a silvery apron 
over a precipice half a hundred feet high, is another. From its rerge, at either side, rise venerable 
and majestic trees, whose intertwining branches form an umbrageous arch across the gap, while the 
lagged faces of ancient rocks are overgrown with moss and bearded with ferns and lichens. 

Situated on the Hoosac river, North Adams has the advantage of an immense water-power, which 
has contributed very essentially to its commercial progress and prosperity by inciting the establishment 
of numerous manufacturing enterprises. The activity and success of these industries are proverbial, 
especially since the building of the Hoosac Tunnel, the completion of which gave them and general 
trade interests an enormous impetus. Indeed, the real growth and importance of the " Tunnel City," 
as North Adams is frequently styled, as a strong and progressive business point date from the exe- 
cution of that great work. 

One hundred and thirty-two miles west-northwest from Boston, this wideawake city is twenty 
miles north from Pittsfield, with Troy, N. Y., forty miles to the west, the terminus of the Pittsfield 
and North Adams branch of the Boston and Albany railroad, and also of the Boston and Fitchburg. 
These rail thoroughfares are equal to every demand for freight and passenger traffic. The city is 
essentially modern in respect to its public improvements and general appearance, as well as the temper 
and spirit of its people, whether socially or commercially regarded. The public buildings are notice- 
able for their elegance, solidity, and convenience, while the many handsome residences that adorn every 
section of the town challenge attention and remark on the part of visitors. 

Fourteen or fifteen church organizations represent the principal religious denominations, and are 
active in every good word and work ; some of the edifices owned by them rank with the most elegant 
in the State. 

An excellent graded system of common school education is managed upon liberal and intelligent 
principles, while the Drury Academy is notably one of the best exponents of its class in this part of 

the country. 

The Water- Works, Fire and Police Departments, are thoroughly efficient in their several directions, 
and nothing is wanting in any section of the city that could contribute to wholesome and healthful 
sanitary conditions. 

The business men of North Adams have the choice of two banks — the Adams National Bank, with 
a capital of $500,000 and a surplus of more than JilOO.OOO; and the Berkshire National Bank, with a 
capit,al of $200,000. In addition to these are the Hoosac and North Adams Savings Banks. 

We have already referred to the extensive manufacturing industries carried on here with such 
marked success and profit. These embrace, among many other goods and articles, prints, ginghams, 
fancy cassimeres, paper, warp, twine, cotton and wool, boots and shoes, nitro-glycerine, and lumber. 

The present population of North Adams is not far from twelve thousand. It is continually ad- 
vancing at a steady pace, making sound and permanent growth, and the following carefully prepared 
sketches of its representative mercantile and manufacturing establishments wUl help the general reader 
to form an intelligent and fair opinion as to the character and extent of the business operations that en- 
gage the capital, energy, and attention of its people, 



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J. H. Adams, Furniture, No. 113 Main 
Street. — As the leading representative in the furni- 
ture trade we mention the liouse of J. II. Adams, 
wliicli dates its existence from 1S2S, wlion it was 
established by Mr. K. Ingraham. In 1842 it was 
carried on by Ingraham & Son. j\.bout 1.S4S it 
was under the control of Ingraham & Adams, who 
were succeeded by D. S. & J. II. Adams, but since 
1860 the business has been under the sole control 
of Mr. J. H. Adams, who has enlarged the facilities. 
The spacious premises, consisting of a large build- 
ing having four floors, aggregate about twenty thou- 
sand square feet, and contain a large, valuable stock 
of every description of furniture, including rich, 
elegant, handsome parlor and chamber suits, up- 
liolstered in the highest style of the art in velvet, 
silk, plush, damask, etc., also dining-room furniture 
and fine and medium grade furniture suitable for 
all departments of the household. Mr. J. H. 
Adams also manufactures to order fine furniture 
and cabinet ware, and gives particular attention to 
upholstering in all its branches, 'and al.so makes 
repairs and attends promptly to general jobbing in 
upholstering and other branches of the business. 
Mr. Adams is well-fitted for the duties of the under- 
taker and funeral directcn-, and exercises a care and 
consideration that has made him popular. Caskets 
of all kinds in walnut and other woods, also those 
covered with cloth and mounted with silver trim- 
mings, are furnished, together with robes and every- 
thing required for funerals, and lie owns two hand- 
some new-style hearses and furnishes carriages 
and takes full charge of all the preparations 
from the house to the cemetery. Embalming is 
a feature of the business, and by new scientific pro- 
cesses he is enabled to preserve bodies in a natural 
state in the most satisfactory manner to friends. Mr. 
Adams came to North Adams from Vermont many 
years ago, and has always taken a great interest in 
the growth and prosperity of the place. 

Jas. Hunter &Son, Founders and Machin- 
ists. — The extensive foundry and machine shops of 
Messrs. Jas. Hunter & Son were founded by the 
senior member of the firm in 1848, and in 1861 the 
founder associated with himself in business his son, 
Mr. Jas. Hunter, Jr., and under the present firm 
name and style operations have been since con- 
ducted on a steadily increasing scale. Messrs. 
Hunter & Son occupy three substantial brick build- 
ings, respectively three and four stories in height, 
with supplementary frame structures, equipped 
throughout with the most improved iron-working 
machinery operated by steam, and from eighty to 
ninety skilled founders and iron workers are em- 
ployed in the establishment. The Messrs. Hunter 
make all kinds of castings and machine work, and 
make, repair, etc., and carry at all times a full a.s- 
sortment of machines and machine parts and sup- 
plies, castings, etc. In prices, as in quality of tlieir 
work and merchandise, the Messrs. Hunter suc- 
cessfully compete with any house in their line in 
New England. Tlie leading specialties of this 
concern are Hunter's improved French rotary ful- 
ling mills, cloth washers, friction iJuUeys and coup- 
lings, which are unsurpassed by any other machin- 
ery in use. The Messrs. Hunter are Scotchmen 
by birth, and are practical ironmasters of many 
years' experience. Mr. James Hunter is president 
■of the Berkshire National Bank, and otherwise 
conspicuous in industrial and financial affairs. 



E. D. Tyler & Co., Insurance Office, Adams 
National Bank Building. — The firm of E. D. Tyler 
& Co. was established about forty years ago by 
Hon. II. L. Dawes, who was followed by W. P. 
Porter, and from 1877 was continued for some 
years by Flagg h Tyler. In July, 1879, the present 
firm, composed of Mr. E. D. Tyler and Mr. T. W. 
Richmond succeeded to the business, and have 
greatly extended tiie usefulness of the agency and 
given it prominence as being one of the most desir- 
able in Berkshire county with which to form rela- 
tions. Messrs. E. D. Tyler & Co. represent scjmeof 
the oldest, stanchest, time-tried fire, life, and acci- 
dent insurance companies in the world, among 
which are the ^tna, Hartford, Conn. ; Hartford, 
Hartford, Conn.; Phienix, Hartford, Conn.; Na- 
tional, Hartford, Conn.; Home, New York; Han- 
over, New York; Niagara, New York; Phrenix, 
Brooklyn, N. Y.; Mechanics', Brooklyn, N. Y.; 
Liverpool and London and Globe, England; Queen, 
Liverpool, Eng.; Norwich tinion, England; Fire 
Insurance Association, England; Insurance Com- 
pany of North America, Philadelphia, Pa.; Ham- 
burg Bremen, Hamburg, Uermany; Northwestern 
National, Milwaukee, Wi,s.; Traders', Chicago, 111.; 
Merchants', Providence, R. I.; Holyoke Mutual 
Fire, Salem, Mass.; Northwestern Mutual Life, 
Milwaukee, Wis., and the Fidelity and Casualty 
Company, New York. The business of the agency 
is admirably managed by Mr. E. D. Tyler, and all 
losses are promptly adjusted. Mr. Tyler is a native 
of North Adams. He is a member of the board of 
town assessors and a member of the firm of T. 
W. Richmond & Co., wholesale coal dealers. Mr> 
T. W. Richmond is also a native of North Adams, 
and was a popular member of the board of select- 
men of the town. 

E. W. Hurd, Artist. — An artist of many 
years' experience, Mr. E. W. Hurd established 
himself in North Adams as a photographer in, 
1874, and his studio on Main street is one of the 
most complete and popular in this section of the 
city, and the waiting-rooms are filled with speci- 
mens of his work Mr. Ilurd makes photographs 
in any desired size or style, from the miniature 
carte de visite to the largest cabinet, and in the 
price, finish, and general excellence of his work he 
is unsurpassed. Portraits in oil, ink, or crayon are 
executed in the most artistic manner from life or 
small pictures, and prices charged are, for first-class 
work, uniformly reasonable. Mr. Hurd has several 
skilled assistants, and his facilities for .superior 
work are all that could be desired. He is a native 
of Berkshire county. 

J. M. MePhersoii, Cigar Manufacturer, No. 
63 Eagle Street. — This well-known and capable 
gentleman occupies commodious and convenient 
quarters, located at No. 63 Eagle street, and during 
the period he has been manufacturing cigars has 
given his productions a most excellent reputation, 
by keeping them to a uniformly high standard of 
quality and quoting them at tlie lowest possible 
prices compatible with that quality. Mr. McPher- 
son is a practical cigarmaker, of ample experience, 
thoroughly familiar with all the processes of manu- 
facture, from the selection of the raw material to 
the last touch of the finished article. .\nd this is 
one secret of his success in building up a fiounsh- 
ing trade that extends beyond this town. 



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TOWN OF NORTH ADAMS. 



T. W. Richmond & Co., Wholesale Coal 
Dealers, C)tlice and Yards, No. .'U State Street ; 
Bruncli Ollice, Main Street, Williariistown. — The 
firm of T. W. Kichiuond & Co. are extensively en- 
gaged in the coal trade, snpplving a large, wide- 
spread demand from alt ])arls of this section of 
Berkshire county, and also from the adjoining 
States of New York and Vermont. Tlie firm re- 
ceive the best qualily of anthracite coal from the 
Lehigh and Carbcmdale regions in Pennsylvania, 
and also bituminous coal, which is carefully pre- 
pared for family and manufacturing purposes, and 
sold by the carload, quantity, or ton, at wholesale 
or retail at the lowest market rates. Messrs. T. W. 
Richmond & Co. are the selling agents for the 
Delaware and Hudson Canal Company and the 
Clearfield Consolidated Coal Company, and general 
sales agents for Kobert Hare Powell & Co., for this 
section of Massachusetts, the eastern section of New 
Y'ork, and of the State of Vermont. The coal yard, 
located on State street, is connected with the Boston 
and Albany, the Fitcliburg, the New Haven and 
Northampton, the Troy and Boston, and tlie Boston 
and Hoosac Tunnel and Western railroads by side 
tracks, and is well provided with shedding and 
pockets for storage purposes and for receiving 
freights and making shipments, a full stock of 
all sizes always being carried so that all demands 
can be met at the shortest notice. I\Iessrs. T. W. 
Richmond & Co. are the largest coal agents, ship- 
pers, and wholesale and retail dealers in Western 
Massachusetts. The individual members of the 
firm are T. W. Richmond and E. D. Tyler, the 
general management of affairs being in charge of 
Mr. Richmond. He is a member of the park com- 
missioners, and also of the firm of E. D. Tyler & 
Co., and was for several years a member of the 
board of selectmen, and gave universal satisfaction 
bv his manly, honorable, straightforward course, 
and the great interest he evinced in promoting the 
welfare and prosperity of North Adams. 

William Martin & Co., Boots and Shoes, 
No. 10 State Street. — For fully forty years Mr. 
William Martin has been identified with the mer- 
cantile interests of North Adams. He has for 
eight years past successfully conducted a flourishing 
boot and shoe trade under the firm name of Wil- 
liam Martin & Co., and their establishment is one 
of the most popular concerns in this line. Messrs. 
Martin & Co. carry in stock a very large assort- 
ment of boots, shoes, and rubbers, and supply the 
best of footwear at lowest possible prices, guaran- 
teeing satisfaction as to fit, styles, and wearing 
qualities. The firm are noted for the standard ex- 
cellence of their merchandise. INIr. Martin is a 
native of New Hampshire, and was for several 
terms the able representative of North Adams in 
the State Legislature, serving on important com- 
mittees, and was active in advancing the best in- 
terests of North Adams. He is also a member of 
the prudential committee of the fire department, 
and three years ago was an influential member of 
the board of town assessors. 

W. C. & 13. Ames, Groceries and Provisions, 
Holden Street. — This house was founded April 
ISth, 1886, and from the beginning the business 
has been conducted with admirable tact and most 
gratifying success. Tlie store is a model of con- 
venience and taste. With a frontage of 24 feet on 



Holden street and a depth of (10 feet, and with en- 
trance front and rear, the firm have every facility 
for their large trade and the accommodation of 
customers. They carry in stock a large and com- 
plete assortment of fine, fresh fancy and staple gro- 
ceries, canned goods, and provisions and thechoicest 
teas, spices, cofl'ees, and produce in the market. 
The Jlessrs. Ames are natives of Massachusetts. 

M. Dailey, Manufacturer of Cigars, and 
Wholesale and Retail Dealer in Tobacco, etc.. No. 
7 Eagle Street. — A leading and deservedly prosper- 
ous house in its special line of trade and industry 
in Berkshire county is that of Mr. M. Dailcy, who 
occupies a commodious sales-room centrally lo- 
cated on Eagle street, with his factory on the sec- 
ond floor, and employs a force of twenty experi- 
enced workmen in the manufacture of fine Havana 
and domestic cigars, which for superior flavor and 
general excellence are unsurpassed. He makes a 
specialty of fine work, and his leading brands, 
notably " Bouquets," " Iland-mades," and " M. D's," 
are, at prices asked, the best in the market, and are 
so warranted. Mr. Dailey carries a very large and 
complete assortment of imported cigars, all popu- 
lar brands of smoking and chewing tobaccos, cigar- 
ettes, pipes, and smokers' articles generally, and 
supplies retail dealers and the general public at 
lowest possible rates. He has by his energy and 
worth in nine j'ears built up a large wholesale and 
retail trade. Mr. Dailey is a native of Massachusetts, 
and is a young man of superior business ability. 

A. W. Hunter, Steam, Gas, and Water, 
Plumbing and Heating, No. 5 Main Street. — As 
successor to Mr. J. J. Marsh, who inaugurated the 
business here in 1872, Mr. A. AV. Hunter has for 
twelve years conducted the leading steam-fitting, 
heating, and plumbing establishment. Hia stock 
of merchandise, consisting of plunibing, gas, water, 
and steam fitting supplies, is as complete and ex- 
tensive as that of any of his craft in Western Mas- 
sachusetts. Mr. Hunter is a thoroughly practical, 
scientific artisan, and employs a force of eight 
skilled assistants in his business. Orders for work 
are promptly executed in the most workmanlike 
and satisfactory manner, and, in every sense of the 
term Mr. Hunter is qualified to plan and execute 
the most diflicult sanitary work, plumbing, steam- 
heating, etc., on the most extensive scale. He 
makes a specialty of house plumbing, mill, and 
factory work. He is a native of Berkshire county, 
and is one of the representative business men of 
North Adams. 

M. V. N. Bramail, Dealer in (Jroceries and 
Provisions, Fruits, Vegetables, and Oysters in their 
Season, No. 12 State Street. — Among the well-known 
and popular grocers of Berkshire county, Mr. M. V. 
N. Braman, who established himself in business 
here in 1877, by his tact and ability has devel- 
oped a far-reaching trade. The store is centrally 
located at No. 12 State Street, is 24x70 feet in 
dimensions, and it is tastefully fitted up and 
equipped with all the necessary conveniences for 
the facilitation of business. An extensive stock of 
groceries, provisions, fruits, vegetables, and oysters 
in season, canned goods, and table delicacies is 
always kept on liand. Mr. Braman's prices are 
uniformly reasonable, and the house bears an exce^^ 
lent reputation for square dealing. 



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The Wilson, F. E. Swift, Proprietor, Main 
Street. — North Adams was prior to l«(i(i but inad- 
equately jirovided witli first -dass hotels, Ijiit since 
the opening of the \Vilson House in that year this 
thrifty, wide-awake business centre lias been able, 
through the enterprise of Mr. Allen B. Wilson, in- 
ventor of the sewing machine, who was born in 
North Adams, and who is a member of the firm 
of AVheeler & AVilson, whose name is famous 
throughout the world, to otter entertainment to 
business men, tourists, and travelers on as excellent 
a scale as can be obtained in any part of the 
United States. The building of itself is one of the 
most imposing structures in Western Massachu- 
setts, and is the mostprorainentolyect which meets 
the eye of the visitor. It is constructed of brick in 
the most substantial manner, and is four stories in 
height and one hundred and lifty feet square, and 
has one hundred and five large, spacious, well-ven- 
tilated, cheerful sleeping-apartments, singly and en 
suite. The halls are broad and tlie parlors and re- 
ception-rooms have an air of homelike comfort. 
Throughout the house is elegantly and tastefully 
furnished in modern style, and is provided with 
and has running water in every room, and furnished 
with steam heating apparatus and lighted by elec- 
tricity, and is complete and perfect in all its 
appointments. The house was built and furnished 
at a cost of over SI 60,000. F. E. Swift, the owner 
and proprietor, is a gentleman who has had many 
years' experience as a hotel man, is possessed of 
ability and tact, and knows exactly how to meet in 
every respect the requirements and ta.stesof people 
of refinement. The dining-room is neatly and 
tastefully fitted np and handsomely decorated, and 
the cuisine is in charge of those capable and efti- 
cient in this department. The menu includes 
everything in season, and notliing is left undone by 
Mr. Swift, the proprietor, to make the guests com- 
fortable. Located in the house are well-lighted 
samjile rooms and also a large hall (the Wilson 
Opera House), which iji used for concerts and theat- 
rical entertainments. The f)peraHouse has re- 
cently been refitted and furnished, and provided 
with new-style opera cushioned chairs and new 
scenery has been added which greatly adds to 
its comfort and attractiveness. On the ground 
floor, on Main street, there are eight fine, large, 
handsome stores, all of which are occupied. Mr. 
Swift, who has conducted the house since lS71,and 
who bought it in 1881, is a native of Vermont, and 
is one of the most popular hotel men in the county. 
Mr. Swift represented the Berkshire District in the 
Massachu.setts State Senate several years ago, and 
won the esteem and regard of his constituents by his 
straightforward, manly course in looking after their 
interests and the activity he displayed in promoting 
the advancement of this section of Western Massa- 
chusetts. 

M. E. Myprs, Livery, Board, and Feeding 
Stable, No. 33 State Street. — This stable is one of 
the most complete and well-conducted in Western 
Mas-sachusetts. The horses and vehicles are stylish 
and serviceable, and at most reasonable rates M r. My- 
ers supplies handsome turnouts for pleasure or busi- 
ness purposes, and carriages for weddings and fune- 
rals, and horses are boarded by the meal, week, or 
month at low prices, and teams in his charge have 
the utmost care and attention, and all orders have 
prompt attention, and satisfaction in every par- 



ticular is uniformly warranted. Mr. Myers is a 
native of the Green Mountain Stale. He estab- 
lished himself in his present business in 1871. 

Geo. F. Miller & Co., General Insurance 
Agents, Room il, Burlingame Block. — This agency 
is the oldest and largest in Berkshire county, and 
was established about forty years ago by Mr. E. D. 
Whittaker. In 1872 Mr. George !•'. Miller suc- 
ceeded to the business and consolidated all other 
agencies, he having full control of the business in 
the town, which he conducted for some j-ears. 
About a year ago he as.sociated with him Mr. C A. 
Brown, and from that time the business has been 
continued under the present firm name. In giving 
an idea of the operations of the firm it may be 
stated that they are the regular authorized agents 
of about thirty of the oldest time-tried foreign and 
American fire, life, accident, and plate glass in- 
surance companies, among which aretliefullowing: 
Foreign Companies — Sun Fire Office, of England; 
London Assurance Company, of England; 1 ha-nix 
Assurance Company, of London; Imperial, of Lon- 
don; North British and Mercantile, of England; 
Guardian, (iflyondon ; Brilisli America, of Toronto; 
Northern, of England; City of London, England; 
Royal, of Liverpool, England; Commercial I'nion, 
of London; London and Lancashire, of Eng- 
land. American Companies — Insurance Com|)any 
State of Pennsylvania ; First Natidual, of Wor- 
cester, Ma^s. ; Ameri<an, of Philadelphia; Fire 
Association, of Philadelphia; Pennsylvania, of 
Philadelphia; Berkshire Mutual, of Pittsfield; 
Westchester, of New York ; Security, of New 
Haven; Union, of Philadelphia; Continental, of 
New York; Williamsburg ( ity, of New York; 
Fitchburg Mutual, of 1-itchburg, Mass.; Mer- 
chants, of New Jersey ; New Hampshire, of 
Manchester; Springfield Fire and Marine. Acci- 
dent — Fidelity and Casualty, New York. Plate- 
Glass— Lloyds, of New York. The assets of 'hese 
corporations aggregate many millions of dollars, 
thus affording an unquestioned guarantee for sol- 
vency and solid indemnity. Lo.sses are promptly 
adjusted and jiaid and full satisfaction given. Mr. 
George F. Miller is a native of the State of New 
York, and Mr. C. A. Brown was born and brought 
up in Berkshire county. Mr. (ieorge F. Miller 
was for about seven years clerk and treasurer of the 
fire district of North Adams. 

John F. Crowley, Ale Brewery, River 
Street. — This important industry was inaugurated 
in the early part of 1S85 by Messrs. Crowley & 
Harper, who, in April of that year, were succeeded 
by the senior member of that firm as sole propri- 
etor. The brewery is the leading source of ale 
supply for dealers and families in Berkshire and 
adjoining sections at |iresent writing. Mr. Crowley 
occupies a large two-story frame building on River 
street, admirably equipped with all the machinery 
and requisites for his purposes, operated by steam. 
A force of experienced workmen are employed in 
the business, and the ales manufactured by this 
well-known brewer are unsurpassed for purity, 
flavor, and general excellence by any in the mar- 
ket. By steadily maintaining tlie e.TCellent quality 
of his product, and supplying pure, reliaVile goods 
at low prices, Mr. Crowley has steadily incp-ased 
his trade. He is an experienced brewer and a 
prompt, energetic business man. 



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